Over the course of your career you could add up to $100,000, $200,000, or even $350,000 more! 

How it Works

  • Step 1

    Use the Pay Scale Calculator

    You could be earning up to $5,000 more per year just by moving over on the pay scale! Find out exactly how much more you could be making and take control of your financial future

    Calculate You Increase 

  • Step 2

    Email Your District for Pay Scale Requirements

    Check your district’s pay scale rules and contract details. Use our easy email templates to request the right information and start earning what you deserve! 

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  • Step 3

    Use Our Fail-Proof Happy Teacher Roadmap

    A strategic plan now could mean $300,000–$500,000 more in lifetime earnings! Use our step-by-step roadmap to maximize your credits, hit your salary goals, and build a career you love!

    Access Your Roadmap 

Free 5-Day Mini Course: Move Up the Pay Scale Without the Overwhelm!

Always wondered how to move up your district’s pay scale — but felt confused by all the rules?
You’re not alone. We’ll show you exactly how to make it happen — with just 15 minutes a day for 5 days.

Here’s what you’ll learn in the next 5 days:

✨ Day 1: Understand Your District Pay Scale
Learn how your district’s salary structure really works — and why knowing this unlocks everything else.

✨ Day 2: How to Get Approval from Your District
Discover how to easily navigate district rules and get your courses and credits approved before you start.

✨ Day 3: Build Your Roadmap
Create a clear, personalized action plan — so you know exactly what steps to take and when.

✨ Day 4: The Secret Sauce to Success
Master the insider tips and strategies that smart teachers use to move up- without burnout or overwhelm.

✨ Day 5: Start Your Journey

Put it all together, take your first steps, and start moving toward a bigger paycheck — confidently!  

Interest-free payment plans available

Buy Now, Pay Later with Shop Pay Installments! Split your purchase into 4 interest-free payments or choose a flexible plan that works for you.

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Happy Teacher offers high-quality, self-paced online professional development courses for teacher licensure renewal and salary advancement. Tailored to educators' needs, our courses cover domains such as wellness, technology, and leadership. Explore now and experience the impact on your career with our Return on Investment Calculator!

*For this calculation, we used the national average longevity (71 years) and PERA's average age of retirement (58.8 years). It's always best to talk to an accountant about personal finances and advice.

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    Select six 3 semester graduate-level courses & one 2 semester course and save $200!

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    Select four 3 semester graduate-level courses or six 2 semester courses and save $100!

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    Select three 3 semester graduate-level courses in your cart to save $60!

    BONUS SWAG $110 Value
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