Special education teachers to get pay rise of up to 12%

Teachers and teacher aides in special education schools will see their salaries go up by between 12% and 17% as early as this year. By 2026, SPED teachers can expect monthly pay ranging from S$3,000 to over S$7,000. Teacher aides will take home between S$2,000 and S$4,000. From this year, the starting salaries for teachers could be up to S$3,600 before they pursue a diploma, while aides may get up to S$2,100. The Education Ministry said this makes the profession more attractive and builds a competent workforce. Nikhil Khattar reports.