"Best Cities for Teachers in 2012" blog mentions Texas twice

A "Best Cities for Teachers in 2012" blog mentions Texas twice.  Click here for the entire article:   http://mat.usc.edu/best-cities-for-teachers-in-2012/

No matter where you work, a teaching career offers a wide range of intangible rewards. Job satisfaction, an interesting daily routine and freedom from corporate power struggles are just a few of the non-material benefits of teaching.
When it comes to the more tangible rewards of the job, location can mean everything. Salaries and benefits for teachers vary from state to state, and some cities and school districts are more teacher-friendly than others. Demand for elementary, middle and high school teachers is expected to grow between now and 2018 as large numbers of teachers from the Baby Boomer generation reach retirement age, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS predicts the greatest demand will occur in states in the south and west. Job prospects for teachers will be best in urban areas and in high demand fields, such as science, mathematics and bilingual education.
In coming up with our list of best cities for teachers in 2012, we looked at cities across the country and classified them according to their compensation, benefits and teacher-to-student ratio. We also took a variety of lifestyle factors into account, including cost of living, proximity to fun activities, cultural opportunities and low crime rates.
Check out these top cities for teachers in 2012:



Dallas, Texas
The ninth largest city in the nation, Dallas is home to two of the nation’s highest-ranking public high schools (in 2011, Newsweek named the School of Science and Engineering Magnet as No. 1 and the School for the Talented and Gifted Magnet as No. 2). Dallas also boasts a thriving downtown that includes the largest urban arts district in the country, 13 entertainment districts and some of the best shopping in the southwest. For sports fans, the city offers professional teams in the four major sports and a moderate climate that supports year-round outdoor activities.
Teachers in Texas earn an average salary of $55,000, which is almost 20 percent higher than the national average. With teaching shortages in multiple subjects across the state, there are good opportunities for teachers in Texas...

 Austin, Texas
Austin has many features that make it one of the most exciting cities in America. Home to the Texas State Capitol and to one of the largest universities in the nation, Austin is ranked as the No. 2 city for families by Parenting Magazine and as the No. 1 Best City for the next decade by Kiplinger.com. Austin is also one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. Nearly 25 percent of the population is below the age of 18, providing many opportunities for educators. The city’s official slogan, “Live Music Capital of the World,” reflects the importance of music and culture to the residents of Austin. Education is also important in Austin, with three high schools appearing on Newsweek’s list of top 100 high schools in America.
With an average salary of $49,000, teachers in Austin are paid about the same as in other states across the nation. The steady demand for teachers in Texas makes Austin a good choice for a career in education.