Salaries of college teachers are among the top 8 out of the new top 10 high-paying jobs in the Philippines for 2023

The Philippines, recognized as the fastest-growing country in Asia, offers a diverse range of high-paying jobs. This article provides an in-depth examination of the salaries of various professions, with a particular focus on the salaries of college teachers in the Philippines. We will also delve into the wage disparity between the salaries of college teachers and other professions, emphasizing the need for an increase in the salaries of college teachers.

1. Surgeons and Doctors

Leading the list of high-paying careers in the Philippines are surgeons and doctors, earning an average monthly salary of 166,000.00. Their responsibilities include patient care before, during, and after operations. However, when we compare the salaries of college teachers to surgeons or doctors, there’s a significant difference. This disparity underscores the need for a review of teachers’ salaries, considering the challenges they face in their profession.

2. Judges

Judges, earning an average monthly salary of 139,000.00, hold a crucial role in society. They interpret and apply laws, ensuring fairness in legal matters. However, their salaries significantly overshadow those of college teachers, further highlighting the wage disparity in the education sector.

3. Lawyers

Lawyers, with an average monthly salary of 113,000.00, provide legal advice and represent clients in court. Their earnings, like those of judges and doctors, are considerably higher than those of college teachers.

4. Bank Managers

Bank managers oversee the operations of bank branches, earning an average monthly salary of 106,000.00. Their salaries, like those of the previously mentioned professions, are significantly higher than those of college teachers.

5. Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)

CEOs, responsible for the overall management of a company, earn an average monthly salary of 99,500.00. Their salaries, like those of other high-ranking professionals, are considerably higher than those of college teachers.

6. Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)

CFOs manage the financial aspects of a company, earning an average monthly salary of 92,900.00. Their salaries, like those of CEOs and other professionals, are significantly higher than those of college teachers.

7. Orthodontists

Orthodontists, experts in correcting irregular teeth and jaws, earn an average monthly salary of 89,600.00. Their salaries, like those of other medical professionals, are significantly higher than those of college teachers.

8. College Professors

College professors, despite the challenges and responsibilities of their profession, earn an average monthly salary of 79,600.00. This wage disparity, particularly when compared to other professions, underscores the need for a review of teachers’ salaries.

9. Pilots

Pilots, responsible for planning and ensuring the safety of flights, earn an average monthly salary of 66,400.00. Their salaries, like those of other professionals, are significantly higher than those of college teachers.

10. Marketing Directors

Marketing Directors, responsible for increasing revenue in their organizations, earn an average monthly salary of 59,700.00. Their salaries, like those of other professionals, are significantly higher than those of college teachers.

In conclusion, the wage disparity between teachers and other professions in the Philippines is significant. This disparity underscores the need for a review of teachers’ salaries, particularly those of DepEd teachers, who earn considerably less than college teachers. It is our hope that this article serves as a catalyst for discussions on salary reviews for educators in the Philippines. – Doki | Helpline PH