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That database is fascinating on so many levels. I looked up the numbers for my old school district, and specifically my history teacher. He's had an 81% increase in salary since 1999.
It's apparent though, that what really matters is putting in your time. Heck, my old librarian makes $102,904 for working 9 months a year!
Yes, putting in your time is important, but so is getting all your boxes checked. to get the "Big Bucks," you need post graduate college.
That doesn't mean it has to be a doctorate in anything specific - just post graduate work. Hours put in are what matter - not the subject.
It's true that most of the highest-earning "teachers" had masters degrees, but there was definitely not a gap in earning between those with and those without such degrees.
I did a quick and dirty regression on the (available) data, and Experience seemed to fit very well.
Not necessarily degrees - the pay rates are based - at least in part - on credit hours taken - it doesn't even have to apply toward a degree as long as you take the course and receive a passing grade.
Time in DOES weigh more heavily though.
And of course, since it is essentially impossible to get fired from a teaching job in Illinois, time is easy to come by.
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