6 figure annual pay; give up tenure

[Dyoll_73]

Not sure if this was discussed here before, but the Chancellor of the DC public schools is proposing, as part of her reforms, that teachers could earn up to $130,000 annually, if they give up certain securities, including tenure, and submit to annual performance evaluations.

Read the article here.

[Gen]

Re: 6 figure annual pay; give up tenure

well isn't the argument always "how is performance evaluated" , that is what criteria being used to evaluate the teacher ?

well depending on what the average sal was, I might consider doing it

[j-kid]

Re: 6 figure annual pay; give up tenure

Use to be a time when you did not need money to motivate a teacher. Times have changed, so if that is what it takes then go for it. I have always felt that teachers are way way under paid.

[Ephratahe]

Re: 6 figure annual pay; give up tenure

So according to the article they are allowing the educational system in D.C. to operate under a presumably 'fair and open' competitive model? I'm not entirely sure I disagree with Rhee's proposal, although I do have some reservations. For example, everyone knows that all students do not learn in the same manner. In light of this, and considering the teachers who may adjust their teaching approach in order to accomodate some students (which would arguably not produce the numerical results that the district is perhaps seeking), this proposal may not be the best solution. If accepted, the proposal has the ability to create a system based on test scores as opposed to aptitude and real-learning, which (methinks) will propel many to propose or design a one-size-fits-all teaching formula, all in the name of elevating test scores. If they could find a way to implement the program and increase test scores without sacrificing quality education, that would be more feasible.

I can understand why those new to the industry would jump at the proposal without question, but for those who've been teaching for quite a while, there really should be a way to phase-in the new proposal with minimal risk of loss of benefits to those who have been teaching for quite a number of years - I know, I know, easy to say but hard to do...