Question about becoming a teacher?

Question

If I pick up a double major in college in related areas, and then become a teacher, will I get paid more for teaching both of those subjects at the high school compared to just teaching one? Thanks.

Answer 1

No, but you will be more marketable.

Answer 2

no.

Think about how school works - you are responsible for teaching a full days worth. Say a school has 6 periods - most often teacher will teach 5 out of 6 in one subject area. Some teachers teach multiple subjects within their subject area - chemistry as well as biology and perhaps health. And then there are teachers like me who specialize in two areas - I teach math and science - but since the kids school day is fixed, i teach only 3 of each.

No I do not get paid more. there *might* be some call for a teacher with those skills - so you might have an easier time finding a job. On the flip side - many schools are looking for purists.