“To be a teacher is a noble profession, but not everyone can easily make a living from it.” – This old proverb partly speaks to the hardship and difficulties that teachers, especially kindergarten teachers, have to endure. So, what was the salary of kindergarten teachers in 2019? Was it enough for teachers to wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to nurturing young minds, or were there still many concerns?
Kindergarten Teacher Salaries in 2019: Numbers and Reality
In 2019, kindergarten teacher salaries were regulated by the 2005 Education Law and Decree 116/2006/ND-CP of the Government on salary regimes for cadres, civil servants, and public employees. Accordingly, the basic salary of kindergarten teachers was calculated based on grades, salary coefficients, and allowances, varying by region and professional level. However, in reality, the salary of kindergarten teachers was still lower compared to other professions, especially in the context of increasingly expensive living costs.
Touching Stories of Kindergarten Teachers
Behind the dry numbers of salary levels are stories of love, sacrifice, and passion from kindergarten teachers. They dedicate their hearts and souls to the future generation, overcoming difficulties and always upholding their belief in the noble career of nurturing people.
Story 1: Ms. Thu, a kindergarten teacher at Hoa Sen Kindergarten (Hanoi), shared: “The current salary of kindergarten teachers can be said to be insufficient to cover living expenses, especially in big cities. However, I still love my job and try my best for the children. Every time I see the innocent eyes and pure smiles of the children, I forget the hardships and fatigue. Because I know, these young sprouts will be the future of the country.”
Story 2: Mr. Dung, a kindergarten teacher in a remote area, shared about the difficulties of teaching in places with limited conditions: “Here, teachers’ salaries are lower than in the city, and living conditions are also more challenging. But I always try to create the best learning environment for the children. I hope that my efforts will contribute to nurturing the young generation for our homeland.”
Solutions to Improve Income for Kindergarten Teachers
To ensure kindergarten teachers can wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to nurturing young minds, many solutions have been proposed, such as:
- Increasing the basic salary: This is the most important solution to attract and retain talented teachers.
- Strengthening preferential policies: There should be support policies for housing, healthcare, and professional development training for teachers.
- Developing cooperation models: Encouraging public and private kindergartens to cooperate with businesses and organizations to create opportunities for teachers to increase their income.
Note on Spiritual Values
In Vietnamese cultural tradition, teaching is considered a noble profession, teachers are seen as sowers and cultivators of people. The ancients often said “Nhat tu vi su, ban tu vi su”, meaning that a teacher who teaches us one word is also a teacher. Therefore, improving the material life of kindergarten teachers is not only the responsibility of society but also an expression of gratitude and respect for those who sow seeds for the future of the nation.
Conclusion
Kindergarten teacher salaries in 2019 remain an issue that needs attention and resolution. However, we cannot deny the significant role of kindergarten teachers in nurturing the future generation of the nation. Let’s join hands to help kindergarten teachers have a better life, wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to nurturing young minds, and contribute to building a strong and developed society.
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