New salary policy for teachers takes affect, Education Minister says
New salary policy for teachers takes affect, Education Minister says

A new salary policy for teachers has come into effect.

Education Minister Giorgi Amilakhvari announced a wage rise of 500 GEL or more for about 40,000 teachers.

“There will also be increases of 600, 700, and 800 GEL under the new policy. The salary increases by about 300 to 400 GEL for 25 percent, and by at least 200 GEL for 5 percent.

Teachers are trusted and paid according to fair distribution principles, in addition to their experience, education, and status, which remains unchanged,” remarked the Minister.