NSW Public School Teacher Salary Scales
Official pay bands across NSW public school teaching classifications under the Crown Employees Award with Stage 3 take-home pay calculations.
NSW Teacher Pay Scales (Public Schools)
Based on official Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Award (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.0%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band 1 (Graduate Teacher) First year provisionally accredited teacher | $85,000 | +$10,200 | -$17,988 | $67,012 | |
| Band 2.1 (Proficient Step 1) Proficient teacher year 1 | $95,000 | +$11,400 | -$21,188 | $73,812 | |
| Band 2.2 (Proficient Step 2) Proficient teacher year 2 | $105,000 | +$12,600 | -$24,388 | $80,612 | |
| Band 2.3 (Proficient Step 3) Senior classroom proficient teacher | $114,142 | +$13,697 | -$27,313 | $86,829 | |
| Band 3 (Highly Accomplished / Lead) Highly Accomplished / Lead Teacher level | $122,100 | +$14,652 | -$29,860 | $92,240 | |
| Executive (Assistant Principal / Head Teacher) Primary Assistant Principal / Secondary Head Teacher | $135,800 | +$16,296 | -$34,300 | $101,500 | |
| Principal (Principal Secondary High School) Secondary school executive leader | $205,000 | +$24,600 | -$62,488 | $142,512 |
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NSW Teacher Pay Agreement & Progression Structure
The NSW teaching service operates under a landmark restructured award that elevated NSW public school teachers to among the highest paid in the nation. The standard 3-tier structure (Graduate Band 1, Proficient Band 2.1–2.3, and Highly Accomplished Band 3) provides clear step increments linked to NESA professional accreditation standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the NSW Graduate Teacher salary in 2025–2026?
Under the historic NSW Teachers Award agreement, graduate teachers in NSW public schools start on Band 1 with a base salary of $85,000 per year. Estimated net take-home pay is ~$67,000 per year ($2,577 per fortnight) plus 12% employer superannuation.
How much does a Proficient Teacher earn in NSW?
Once accredited as Proficient by NESA, teachers move to Band 2.1 ($95,000), advancing to Band 2.2 ($105,000), and reaching top classroom teacher scale at Band 2.3 ($114,142/year).