⚖️ Fair Work Modern Award (MA000077)
Teachers Modern Award Pay Rates (2025–2026)
Official minimum annual salary rates under the Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020 for independent schools, private tutoring, and early childhood centers.
Educational Services (Teachers) Award Pay Scale
Based on official Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020 (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.0%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (Graduate) Modern Award Graduate Minimum | $69,800 | +$8,376 | -$13,124 | $56,676 | |
| Level 2 (Proficient Entry) Award Proficient Step 1 | $76,400 | +$9,168 | -$15,236 | $61,164 | |
| Level 3 Experienced Classroom Teacher | $84,200 | +$10,104 | -$17,732 | $66,468 | |
| Level 4 Award Experienced Step 4 | $92,500 | +$11,100 | -$20,388 | $72,112 | |
| Level 5 (Top Award Scale) Maximum Standard Modern Award Rate | $99,800 | +$11,976 | -$22,724 | $77,076 |
🇦🇺 2025–2026 Tax Year Stage 3 Cuts Active
Calculate Teachers Award Level 5 Take-Home Pay
Stage 3 Tax Cuts, 12% Superannuation Guarantee, and ATO Withholding Engine
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Advanced Adjustments (Salary Sacrifice & Hours)
Net Take-Home Pay
$ 77,076 / year in your pocket
Fortnightly Net $2,964
Weekly Net $1,482
Hourly Net (38h) $39.01
Gross Taxable Income $99,800
Total Income Tax (Stage 3) -$20,728
Medicare Levy (2.0%) -$1,996
Superannuation (12%) Paid by employer on top +$11,976
Effective Tax Rate: 22.8%
Marginal Tax Rate: 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the Educational Services (Teachers) Award [MA000077] Level 5 salary in 2025–2026?
Under the modern Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020 (MA000077), a Level 5 experienced teacher earns a minimum annual salary of $99,800. Net take-home pay is ~$76,900/year ($2,957/fortnight) plus 12% employer superannuation.