Originally Posted by
urbanknight
Not to mention the amount of education required (Here in CA it's BA plus credential plus BTSA to clear the credential, then ongoing PD) to keep this job compared to other jobs in that salary range. Every job has its perks and its downsides, otherwise nobody would take it.
I have two grad degrees and a professional license. In other fields I'd make a heck of a lot more than I do as a teacher. Not really complaining though. I chose low pay and more time off plus it's a job I enjoy. Others chose more pay and less time off. I'd love more pay and more time off but it beats less pay and less time off.