Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pay in Montana, all employers Sourced
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education (SOC 25-2021) in Montana, all employers combined: BLS state estimates do not separate government from private.
| Measure | MT |
|---|---|
| Workers | 4,960 |
| 10th percentile | $38,160 |
| Median | $57,530 |
| 90th percentile | $78,450 |
| National median, government employers | $65,310 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — national estimates by ownership. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pension in Montana
Local employees: Public school teachers
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana Teachers' Retirement System - Tier 2 Tier 2 | 1.6667% | age 60 with 5 years of creditable service (vested) | 8.15% | Not stated |
The statewide plan a new hire usually joins. Some cities and counties run their own plans; check with the employer. Each plan's formula, vesting, cost-of-living adjustment and retiree health are on the Montana pension plans list.
Source: State retirement systems, Official state retirement system pages, member handbooks and statutes. Data captured October 2, 2026.
Employers in Montana
392 school districts in Montana, largest Billings Elem, Great Falls Elem, Missoula Elem.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data, 2024–25 local education agency universe (directory and staff). Data captured September 30, 2026.
Free practice tests for Montana
edTPA Educative Teacher Performance AssessmentEntrance or licensing exam · free on Open Exam Prep- Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT)Entrance or licensing exam · free on Open Exam Prep
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Source: Open Exam Prep, Open Exam Prep free practice tests. Data captured October 1, 2026. Each link was opened and its exam title checked on the date shown.
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