Teacher Salaries in Mozambique 2026: How Much They Earn

In 2026, a teacher in Mozambique earns between approximately 12.700 MT and 55.300 MT per month in the 1st cycle of primary education — and between 21.900 and 69.800 MT in the 2nd/3rd cycle and secondary education, according to market ranges published by WageIndicator. The actual amount depends on the level of education, years of service, and whether it is a public or private school.

This article is part of the Inademy Guide, where you will find practical answers for every stage of your job search in Mozambique.

The short answer

A teacher's salary in Mozambique is not a single fixed figure: it depends on the education level and career progression. In public education, pay follows the Single Salary Table, which sets the public sector minimum wage at 8.758 MT since 2023. Across the market, WageIndicator 2026 ranges run from 12.713 MT (entry-level primary school teacher) to over 110.000 MT in special education.

Primary school teacher (1st cycle) — 12.713 to 55.267 MT/month; at entry level, 12.713 to 22.284 MT net.
Basic education teacher (2nd/3rd cycles) and secondary education — 21.924 to 69.820 MT/month.
At 5 years of service, a primary school teacher earns between 20.405 and 40.059 MT/month (48-hour workweek).
Higher education — 25.463 to 89.294 MT/month.
Figures represent market ranges — they vary depending on the school, province, and career tier.

Where these numbers come from

The ranges above are those published by WageIndicator for Mozambique, in 2026, on the page for primary school teachers (1st cycle) and on teaching profession pages. These are market data, based on reported salaries — they are not an official salary scale, and serve to guide job seekers: what is earned on average, and what can be expected with years of service.

There is also a second reference, an official one: the Single Salary Structure (TSU), which governs the public service. Since its implementation, the minimum wage in the public service — which includes state school teachers — is 8.758 MT per month, set in 2022 by the TSU with effect from January 2023. No public servant, teachers included, is legally below this amount.

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What WageIndicator shows by level of education

Here is the full picture, with the most recent figures (2026):

Basic education, 1st cycle — range from 12.713 to 55.267 MT/month. At the start of their career, a teacher earns between 12.713 and 22.284 MT net; after five years of service, between 20.405 and 40.059 MT.
Basic education 2nd/3rd cycles and secondary — range from 21.924 to 69.820 MT/month. This is the most sought-after range for those looking to teach specialized subjects with university training.
Technological, artistic, and vocational education — 20.140 to 67.940 MT/month; at the start of their career, 20.140 to 50.911 MT net.
University and higher education — 25.463 to 89.294 MT/month. This is the top of the academic career path.
Special education — 21.077 to 110.059 MT/month, the highest range of the group.

Note the difference between "range" and "starting salary": the overall range mixes new teachers with teachers with decades of service. What you earn on your first contract is the starting amount — and that is what grows over the years through promotions and allowances.

Public vs. private school teachers

In public schools, salaries follow the TSU and civil service pay scales, with defined grades, levels, and promotions. Pay placement is a recurring issue for Mozambican teachers — ANAPRO has reported that, since the implementation of the TSU, many teachers remain without proper placement or promotions (reported by DW in 2025).

In practice, this is why some teachers earn the minimum pay scale amount while awaiting administrative decisions.

In private schools, salaries are negotiated between teacher and school within the market range. Better-resourced schools pay more; small rural schools pay close to the minimum. And one rule always applies: in the public sector, no salary can fall below the civil service minimum (8.758 MT).

In the private sector, the salary floor is the minimum wage for that sector of activity — in 2026, for example, the rate for non-financial service activities is 10.845 MT per month.

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What increases a teacher's salary

Whether you are starting your career or considering switching schools, these are the factors that push pay upwards:

Level of education — primary, secondary, higher education: each level has its own pay tier.
Years of service — between the start of a career and five years, the difference is real: in primary education, pay moves from 12.713–22.284 to 20.405–40.059 MT.
Qualifications — bachelor's degree, specialization, master's degree: each degree opens higher pay scales and better-remunerated roles.
Province and region — schools and institutes in more remote areas often provide hardship allowances and different terms.
Leadership roles — serving as principal, coordinator, or deputy principal adds allowances to the teaching role.
Hours and subjects — extra teaching load and remedial classes paid separately, when offered by the school.

And an important detail: the MT values described here are gross, before deductions. Net pay is what reaches your bank account — split between income tax (IRPS) and social security (INSS), according to legal tax brackets.

How Inademy helps you

On Inademy, you create your profile with your qualifications and receive job updates via WhatsApp and email, without having to search every day. Public and private schools post teaching vacancies on the platform throughout the academic year.

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View current vacancies on Inademy and create your free profile. Teaching vacancies are listed on the platform by province — start with vacancies in Maputo if that is where you are looking.

Factors that change teacher salaries by province

The market range shown above is a national average. In practice, a teacher's salary in Mozambique varies depending on the province, city, school, and contract type.

In Maputo and Nampula, private schools tend to pay more than in rural areas because the cost of living is higher and competition for qualified professionals is more intense.

In inland areas, salaries stay close to the public scale minimum, with occasional allowances for travel or accommodation.

There is also a difference between the base salary and extras. Many schools pay overtime during exam periods, support for small classes, and a year-end bonus.

These allowances can add 10 to 25% to the base amount in a leading private school.

In public service, teachers move up career levels based on years of service and evaluations, approaching the top of the range near the end of their career.

Shift and specialization also count. Teaching at night or on Saturdays yields a small extra amount per class.

With a postgraduate degree in sciences, languages, or special education, a teacher reaches the higher tier, close to the 55.000 to 89.000 MT for the 2.º cycle and higher education.

In practice, proof of value lies in negotiation: bring WageIndicator ranges, years of experience, and specialization to the interview, and ask for shift and exam allowances when the school offers them.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a primary school teacher earn in 2026?

Between 12.713 and 55.267 MT per month, according to WageIndicator 2026. At entry level, between 12.713 and 22.284 MT net; with five years of service, between 20.405 and 40.059 MT.

How much does a secondary school teacher earn?

The published market range for lower (2nd/3rd cycles) and secondary education is 21.924 to 69.820 MT per month in 2026. The amount depends on qualifications, years of service, and the school.

What about public school teachers?

They follow the Single Salary Table: the civil service minimum wage has been 8.758 MT since 2023, and actual salary rises with pay grade and promotions. Some teachers have been waiting for grade placement for years — an issue ANAPRO has publicly denounced.

Is a teacher's salary net or gross?

WageIndicator ranges are gross amounts (except for entry-level, which appear as "net" in the source). What reaches the bank account is the net pay, after personal income tax (IRPS) and social security (INSS) — as with any salary in Mozambique.

What is the minimum wage in Mozambique?

There is no single figure: there are 19 minimum wages, one per sector, ranging from 4.991,09 MT to 20.361,43 MT per month as of 1 April 2026. In the civil service, the minimum is 8.758 MT. See the full table of all 19 values.

Where can I find teaching job vacancies?

On job platforms, school and provincial education directorate websites, and teacher groups on WhatsApp and Facebook. On Inademy, your profile with teaching qualifications receives the teaching vacancies listed on the platform.

In summary

Being a teacher in Mozambique in 2026 pays between around 12.700 MT at the entry level of primary education and 110.059 MT at the top of the special education range — in higher education, the market ceiling is 89.294 MT. Salary progression depends on the level of education, qualifications, and years of service — and, in the public sector, on the TSU and pay framework.

The numbers we cited have a source and date; use them to guide your expectations, not as a guarantee. And if you are still preparing your application, the has the CV articles you need.