But you're assuming the only thing teachers do is grade papers and teach. This isn't a spreadsheet calculation here. Teachers also council students, tutor, do

But you're assuming the only thing teachers do is grade papers and teach. This isn't a spreadsheet calculation here. Teachers also council students, tutor, do extra work such as activity clubs (debate club, for instance), coach sports, etc. Some of these, such as coaching, they may get paid an extra fee for, but it's not usually much. Most teachers (I know a few) feel lucky if they get to do these things, because it's usually working in a smaller group with the students that are excelling in the subject. In other words, the reason teachers want to teach in the first place.. Oh yea, and there's actually preparing to teach the class. When's the last time you gave a speech to 30 people with no outline? And then, you still have to grade the work. And don't forget time to deal with parents too. Trust me, I've seen what they do, I'll take my 9-5 cubicle any day.