📚 WA Department of Education
WA Public School Teacher Salary Scales
Official Level 1 Graduate, Senior Teacher Level 2, and Exemplary Level 3 pay rates under the WA School Education Act Agreement.
WA Public School Teacher Pay Scale
Based on official WA School Education Act Teachers General Agreement (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.0%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1.1 (Graduate) Graduate Classroom Teacher | $79,800 | +$9,576 | -$16,324 | $63,476 | |
| Step 1.5 Experienced Teacher Step 5 | $92,400 | +$11,088 | -$20,356 | $72,044 | |
| Senior Teacher (Level 2.1) Senior Teacher Level 2 | $106,800 | +$12,816 | -$24,964 | $81,836 | |
| Top Increment Senior Teacher Senior Teacher Level 2.3 | $118,400 | +$14,208 | -$28,676 | $89,724 | |
| Level 3 Classroom Teacher (Exemplary) Exemplary Classroom Teacher | $126,900 | +$15,228 | -$31,396 | $95,504 | |
| Deputy Principal / Principal School Administrator / Principal | $165,400 | +$19,848 | -$45,844 | $119,556 |
🇦🇺 2025–2026 Tax Year Stage 3 Cuts Active
Calculate WA Senior Teacher 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
$ 89,724 / year in your pocket
Fortnightly Net $3,451
Weekly Net $1,725
Hourly Net (38h) $45.41
Gross Taxable Income $118,400
Total Income Tax (Stage 3) -$26,308
Medicare Levy (2.0%) -$2,368
Superannuation (12%) Paid by employer on top +$14,208
Effective Tax Rate: 24.2%
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 WA Public School Senior Teacher salary in 2025–2026?
Under the WA School Education Act General Agreement, a Senior Teacher Level 2.3 earns a base salary of $118,400 per year. After Stage 3 tax and Medicare levy, estimated net take-home pay is ~$89,800/year ($3,454/fortnight).