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Kyrgyzstan boosts teacher salaries by up to 100% starting April 28

From 24.kg · (13m ago) Russian Positive tone

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Teachers in Kyrgyzstan will receive significantly higher salaries starting April 28.
  • Salary increases range from 100% for new teachers to substantial boosts for experienced educators in remote areas.
  • The government has completed calculations and distributed funding for the new pay system.

Bishkek is set to witness a significant uplift in its education sector as teachers across Kyrgyzstan begin to receive substantially increased salaries from April 28. This move, announced by Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, represents a major commitment by the government to valuing its educators and addressing long-standing concerns about compensation.

Teachers in Kyrgyzstan will begin receiving increased salaries from April 28.

— Dogdurkul KendirbaevaMinister of Education, announcing the implementation date of the salary increases.

The salary hike is substantial, effectively doubling the pay for many. A young teacher entering the profession without prior experience in a city will now earn approximately 39,000 soms, a stark contrast to the previous 14,000 soms. Even after deductions, this represents a life-changing increase. For seasoned professionals, particularly those in challenging high-altitude regions, the boost is equally dramatic, with an experienced teacher's income rising from around 65,000 soms to approximately 104,000 soms before deductions.

This initiative is more than just a financial adjustment; it's a strategic investment in the nation's future. By ensuring competitive salaries, Kyrgyzstan aims to attract and retain talented individuals in the teaching profession, thereby improving the quality of education for all students. The government's swift completion of calculations and distribution of funds demonstrates a serious commitment to implementing this policy effectively and ensuring that teachers feel the positive impact immediately.

a young teacher without experience in a city previously earned around 14,000 soms, while now their salary is about 39,000 soms, with approximately 32,000 soms received after deductions.

— Daiyrbek OrunbekovHead of the Presidential Administration’s Information Policy Service, illustrating the scale of salary increase for new teachers.

While international coverage might focus on the economic implications, for Kyrgyzstan, this is about nurturing its human capital and strengthening the foundation of its society. A well-compensated and motivated teaching force is crucial for developing a skilled workforce and fostering national progress. This policy reflects a national priority to empower educators and recognize their vital role in shaping the next generation.

An experienced teacher working in a high-altitude area with more than 30 years of service previously earned about 65,000 soms. Their income has now been increased to around 104,000 soms, with approximately 90,000 soms received after deductions.

— Daiyrbek OrunbekovHead of the Presidential Administration’s Information Policy Service, detailing the salary increase for experienced teachers in remote areas.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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