Reply To: Should teachers/rebbis get a full time salary?

Apushatayid-
I don’t disagree with you for the most part. With regard to point 3 – why do teachers become teachers if don’t think it’s worth it and then complain about supposedly getting underpaid?
Either:
A) They really think it is worth it when considering all the added perks associated with the job.
B) They are guilted into it or feel they don’t have a choice.
C) They think it’s their calling/tafkid and do it for altruistic reasons, but then get into the job, realize they need more money to afford their lifestyle, refuse to work during summers, and start complaining.
If it’s A, don’t complain. If it’s B, don’t be a teacher, (because you’ll probably not be a very good one with that kind of attitude). If it’s C, exercise some responsibility for your life choices and work a summer job.