Beginning with the swamp tours and Zydeco dancing of regional induction, corps members immerse themselves in a culture of diversity as they begin to impact student achievement in an exciting climate of burgeoning educational reform.

South Louisiana

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Beginning Teacher Salary:
$27,000-35,000
Closest city to enter for comparison:
Baton Rouge, LA

Average Per Capita Income-South Louisiana
$24,000

Housing
Single:
-Rural Louisiana $400-600
-Baton Rouge $500-700
Shared:
-Rural Louisiana $350-450
-Baton Rouge $400-550
Many corps members live in older houses or apartment buildings with high ceilings, large windows, hardwood floors, and other historic features. Others rent houses (both modern and older) with porches or yards, and there are also many newer apartment complexes in Baton Rouge with pools. Most corps members live with other corps members.

General Cost of Living
Movie Admission: $$8.25
Cover Charge at a Club: $5-15
Gym Membership:
  • initiation fee: $40
  • monthly fee: $40
Dinner at a Modestly Priced Restaurant: $10-15
Public Transportation: N/A
Access to car is essential

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