Education
School Teacher
Teaches a subject to school students and supports how they grow.
SteadyRough pay: ₹2.5–10 LPA
A typical week
- Plan and teach lessons
- Set and mark tests and homework
- Help students who struggle
- Keep the classroom orderly and engaged
- Meet parents and join staff activities
Skills that matter
- Strong subject knowledge
- Patience and clear explanation
- Classroom management
- Planning and assessment
- Using digital tools in teaching
How people get started
- Earn a degree in your subject
- Complete a B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification
- Clear CTET, a state TET or other eligibility exams where required
- Apply to government, private or international schools
- Keep training through workshops and courses
Pay
₹2.5–10 lakh per year, from entry level to experienced.
Government posts follow pay scales. Private school pay varies a lot by school and city.
A rough, rounded guide only. Check current job postings and official sources before deciding. Last reviewed 29 Oct 2026.
How AI is changing this role
Tools can help prepare materials and quizzes. Knowing each student and guiding them is still the teacher's job.
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