An honorary teacher cries because of their low salary.”

Indonesian Honorary Teachers and Low Salaries Honorary teachers in Indonesia are teachers who do not receive the same fixed salary and employment benefits as permanent teachers. Many of them receive relatively low wages despite having significant responsibilities in educating students. A 2024 survey reported that 74.3% of surveyed honorary teachers earned less than IDR 2 million per month, while 20.5% earned less than IDR 500,000 per month. This situation has become an important issue in Indonesia's education system because teachers play a crucial role in educating and developing the younger generation. Low salaries can make it difficult for honorary teachers to meet their daily needs and may affect their financial well-being.