{"id":44794,"date":"2023-11-03T19:25:19","date_gmt":"2023-11-04T00:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/?p=44794"},"modified":"2024-11-28T02:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T08:35:01","slug":"how-much-does-a-high-school-teacher-make-in-michigan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/blog\/insights\/how-much-does-a-high-school-teacher-make-in-michigan\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does a High School Teacher Make in Michigan in 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school teachers play a huge role in their students\u2019 lives, influencing the shape of their future education and career prospects. It is a dynamic age to work with, as the learners can think critically and debate ideas. Michigan\u2019s shortage of quality teachers means it\u2019s an excellent time to join this rewarding vocation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The average high school teacher salary in Michigan as of May 2022 was $66,840. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teachers of Tomorrow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides an overview of salaries for high school teachers in Michigan. We\u2019ll also provide the state\u2019s requirements for becoming a high school teacher and available <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/alternate-teacher-certification\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alternative teacher certification options<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45260\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/media\/school-teacher-make-in-michigan.jpg\" alt=\"Teenage Students With Teacher In Biology Class\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is a High School Teacher?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high school teacher in Michigan generally teaches grades 9-12 but is qualified to teach as low as grade 7 due to Michigan\u2019s unique <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/revised-certification-structure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teaching grade bands<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Students may be no older than 20 as of September 1<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">st<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of that school year to be enrolled in high school.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school teachers focus on particular subjects, such as math, science, or English. Students achieve a more in-depth grasp of the material while utilizing critical thinking skills. Educators also encourage and guide learners to take on more personal responsibility as young people prepare for adulthood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successful high school teachers have a variety of characteristics and personalities. However, they share crucial skills, such as the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Compassion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: High school is a daunting and exciting time in students\u2019 lives where they are asked to make huge decisions that will impact their futures. In addition, their relationships are becoming more serious, and they might be taking on fairly adult responsibilities at home. Excellent teachers have compassion for where their students are at.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Leadership: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students require a confident teacher who allows room for discussion and critical thinking while keeping the classroom focused. Excellent leadership also requires teachers to forge connections with parents, guardians, and co-workers to ensure students receive the support they need to reach their goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Openness: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school students come from various backgrounds and are trying out new ideas and viewpoints. It\u2019s a time of discovery and finding the self. Excellent high school teachers listen and are open to discussion as students critically explore these alternative ways of thinking and being.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school teachers also have numerous responsibilities, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating engaging lesson plans that meet curriculum guidelines and higher education readiness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing students for adulthood.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessing students and providing feedback and mentoring as required.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Much Do High School Teachers Make in Michigan?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average annual salaries for high school teachers in Michigan as of May 2022, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/oes\/current\/oes252031.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bureau of Labor Statistics:<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highest salary &#8211; $93,840<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average salary \u2013 $66,840<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowest salary &#8211; $40,980<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school salaries in Michigan vary, depending on where in the state they work, the subject(s) they specialize in, unique skills, and years of experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"605\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44796\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/media\/percent-wages.jpg\" alt=\"percent wages\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Become a High School Teacher in Michigan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Becoming a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/blog\/insights\/become-a-teacher-in-michigan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high school teacher in Michigan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> requires a bachelor\u2019s degree, as it does throughout the United States. However, each state has particular steps and rules regarding licensing and certification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan Department of Education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (MDE), the following steps are required to become a high school teacher:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Obtain a bachelor\u2019s degree with a minimum of 2.95 on a 4.0 scale: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is advised to have a degree in secondary education from an accredited institution. However, there are avenues to teach high school with an elementary or subject-specific degree.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete a teacher preparation program: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan provides a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">searchable database<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all approved educator preparation programs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete required reading courses:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ensure your degree and\/or teacher preparation program includes the 3 semester credit hours for Michigan\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/becoming-a-teacher\/reading-coursework-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading Coursework Requirements.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pass the<\/b> <b>Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High school teachers must pass the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mttc.nesinc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MTTC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including for their endorsements.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply for a teaching certificate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/Services\/ed-serv\/moecs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to submit your necessary documents, including college transcripts, proof of a completed teacher preparation program, MTTC exam scores, application form, and payment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply for high school teaching positions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: MDE holds <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/educator-recruitment\/education-workforce-job-fairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Education Workforce Job Fairs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for public school positions. Additionally, jobs can be found through sites such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/m\/jobs?q=Teacher&amp;l=Michigan&amp;vjk=f60877b83bcc55f4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.k12jobspot.com\/Search\/Opportunities?keywords=&amp;location=Michigan&amp;stateFilterValue=Michigan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">K12JobSpot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Submit to a state and federal background check: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teaching applicants must register and complete a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibtfingerprint.com\/locations\/?st=mi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live Scan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fingerprinting card.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete First Aid and CPR coursework. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of August 2023, Michigan\u2019s teachers may take the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/becoming-a-teacher\/cpr-first-aid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">approved courses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> within the first year of employment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternative Route to Certification for High School Teachers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan allows alternative routes to certification through approved programs such as those provided by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/michigan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teachers of Tomorrow.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MDE\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/becoming-a-teacher\/alternative-routes-to-teacher-cert-or-endorsement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alternative route to teacher certification<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> includes the following steps:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Already have a bachelor\u2019s degree with a minimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enroll in an alternative route preparation program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass the appropriate MTTC(s)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPR\/First Aid certification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Criminal background check<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A candidate may apply for an Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) once they have met the MDE\u2019s alternative route qualifications. The ITC is a non-renewable 5-year teaching certification that enables candidates to work while completing their training at their own pace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, MDE has the rigorous <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/becoming-a-teacher\/expedited-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expedited Educator Preparation Programs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Candidates co-teach with a mentor or serve as the teacher of record under a mentor while on a valid substitute permit. The candidates must also complete coursework provided by an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mde\/services\/ed-serv\/ed-cert\/cert-guidance\/becoming-a-teacher\/expedited-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">approved provider,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> typically conducted on a set schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the Highest and Lowest Paying High School Teaching Job?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a certified high school teacher in Michigan, you can work in various settings:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Public schools<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Salaries in Michigan\u2019s public schools tend to be the highest, but the pay is heavily influenced by district, years of experience, and the subject taught.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>International schools<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: International schools have a more rigorous curriculum than most public schools nationwide. Subjects such as math and science tend to pay the higher salaries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Online teaching:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High school remote teaching salaries have a similar range to international and private schools.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Private schools<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Michigan\u2019s 900+ private schools run on vastly different budgets, depending on their admission fees. Institutions in the more exclusive price range tend to pay better high school teachers\u2019 salaries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Charter schools<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Michigan\u2019s 370 charter schools are not privy to the same funding as public schools, so they run on tighter budgets. Consequently, their high school teaching salaries are lower than Michigan\u2019s public schools.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1217\" height=\"784\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44797\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/media\/highest-to-lowest-high-school-teaching-jobs.jpg\" alt=\"highest to lowest high school teaching jobs\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teachers of Tomorrow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we are here to help you reach your goal of becoming one of Michigan\u2019s valued high school teachers. 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