Salaries

Salaries range from $34,000 to $41,000 for new teachers in Phoenix. Corps members are independently hired by local schools or districts. They are not paid by Teach For America. 

Monthly Pre-Tax Salary:

• ~$2,833 - $3,417 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 12 months)
• ~$3,400 - $4,100 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 10 months)

Monthly Take Home Pay:

• $1,950 - $2,324 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 12 months)
• $2,300 - $2,788 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 10 months)

Taxes: $620

Health Insurance: $0-100

Benefits

Average benefits of schools in the Phoenix area:

• Health benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Routine preventative care
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• Family-planning services
• Life insurance
• Retirement benefits

Moving Costs 

• Average Deposit: $500
• Moving Costs: $1,000-2,000 (depending upon the length of your move)
• Upfront testing costs: $95
• Up front certification costs: $355-610
• First months rent and deposit: $600 (shared) - $955 (individual)
• Travel to summer training: None, we host a regional summer training
• Professional attire: $215
• School Supplies: $250
• Subtotal: $1,515-2,125

Rent & Utilities

• Single: $955 rent + $80 utilities = $1,035
• Shared: $600 rent + $60 utilities = $660

Living Expenses

• Food: $125/week
• Transportation: must have a car
• Health insurance: $0-100
• Utilities: $150-300/month
• Gas: $25-50/week
• Car Insurance: $80-100/month

Transportation 

Teach For America Phoenix corps members are required to have access to a car.