Salaries

Salaries range for new teachers in Eastern North Carolina, but the average corps member makes about $35,000. Corp members are paid by their school district and not by Teach For America.

• Monthly Pre-Tax Salary: $2750
• Taxes: $578
• Health Insurance: $40
• Monthly Take Home Pay: $2,132.00

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Family-planning services
• Vaccinations (e.g. flu shots)
• Life insurance
• Retirement benefits

Moving Costs

• Up Front Test Costs: $350
• Up Front Certification Costs: $170
• First Month's Rent & Deposit: $500 (shared)
• Professional Attire: $215
• School Supplies: $250
• Subtotal: $1,485

Rent & Utilities

• Rent: $500 (shared)
• Phone, Internet, Utilities: $200
• Subtotal: $700

Living Expenses

As well as rent, transportation costs, utilities, and other monthly budget items, corps members are also responsible for ongoing certification, which amounts to $900 (total). 

Housing Assistance 

Since our region is large, we recommend that corps members wait until they know their school placement before they begin looking for housing. Many second-year corps members and alumni know of housing available and can share information with incoming corps members. 

Transportation

A car is required to get around in Eastern North Carolina.