Teachers are really sought after in these 13 highest paying countries for teachers, and in different parts of the world, teachers remain undervalued and underpaid. You’ll notice that in a lot of countries a teacher earns below average in terms of salary compared to other jobs. Though governments are starting to make it a point to promote good teachers by increasing pay, there are still teachers who move to other countries due to extremely good offers. Many countries pay a good amount of money for experienced teachers and there are even some countries that pay a premium for those that can speak and teach English well.
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You may find the countries listed here in other high paying lists as well, like in our list of 15 Highest Paying Countries for Nurses. There is no doubt that having teachers and promoting education is important. More and more students go to schools each year, and they need great and inspiring teachers to help them set their paths for the future. Everyone has a teacher that they remember from the time they were still in school.
This list is based on what one can earn on average taking into account teachers who have already done a lot of years under their belt. You’ll notice that the countries in this list have already established themselves well as some of the best countries to go to or live in. Let’s find out more as we explore these 13 highest paying countries for teachers:
13. Japan
Average Salary for All Levels: $45,700
Japan has already allured a lot of foreigners due to the appeal of living in the country itself. Demand here for teachers are high especially for those who can speak and teach English. The highest pay seems to come from universities and international schools.
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