Stephen Parker · @parkstepp
31st Jul 2011 from Twitlonger
Arne Duncan Boosts Merit Pay At Teaching Conference
Teachers should have salaries starting at $60,000 and the opportunity to make up to $150,000 based on performance, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan told educators at the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards conference on Friday.
"The field of teaching is poised for change," Duncan said. "Many bright and committed young people are attracted to teaching, but surveys show they are reluctant to enter the field for the long-haul. They see it as low-paying and low-prestige."
about time..But they should be able to make more than our sports stars...parkstepp
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/29/duncan-boosts-merit-pay-a_n_913608.html