Daily News | Childcare workers in Pennsylvania don’t make a living wage, new survey shows
per child to keep up with the increasing market rate of care.
In Philadelphia, the average hourly wage is $14.37, and the annual pay covers about 80% of the average cost of living in the city, as estimated by theThe report noted that kindergarten teachers make more than twice as much money per year, and other retail salespersons make a similar wage in Pennsylvania.
For those who went to college, pay is slightly higher, the report said. After adjusting the data to account for geography and other variables, teachers with a bachelor’s degree make about $5,803 more per year than those without one, the study found. Reasons for leaving their current job included better pay, career advancement opportunities and better benefits. Miksic said staff turnover at childcare centers directly affects children.
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