Salaries 

In Los Angeles, corps members are independently hired and employed by local schools, districts, or charter management organizations. Salaries for new teachers range between $45,000 - $61,000 and  Corps members are responsible for meeting all certification requirements in order to legally teach.

Approximated Projected Income:

• Monthly Pre-Tax Salary: ~$3,750 - $5,080
• Taxes: $400
• Health Insurance: $200
• Monthly Take Home Pay: ~$3,150 - $4,480

Benefits

Benefits vary according to the hiring partner. Standard benefits include: medical, dental, and vision care; life insurance; retirement benefits; family-planning services; and more. 

Moving Costs 

Moving costs vary according to living arrangements and relocation circumstances. Some common relocation costs include: 

• Airfare (for out-of-state corps members): ~$300
• Housing Costs: ~$1900 (includes first and last month’s rent) 
• Transportation Costs: $50 

Rent & Utilities

Rent depends on your personal circumstances. Here are general estimates of these costs: 

• Single Living Arrangement: $1,200 - $1,700
• Shared Living Arrangement: $900 - $1,200