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American Federation of Teachers (AFT)

THEODORE KIRSCH, PRESIDENT

Salary Breakdown (2020)

  • Gross Salary: $68,292
  • Allowances: $0
  • Official Business: $162
  • Other Compensation: $210

Salary History

Year TitleGross SalaryTotal Compensation
2020PRESIDENT$68,292$68,664
2019PRESIDENT$177,232$184,157
2018PRESIDENT$174,351$191,003
2017PRESIDENT$183,584$187,522
2016PRESIDENT$155,976$167,684
2015PRESIDENT$154,443$169,995
2014PRESIDENT$154,443$173,042
2013PRESIDENT$154,443$172,806
2012PRESIDENT$151,779$170,997
2010PRESIDENT$141,078$162,228
2009PRESIDENT$138,602$159,229
2008PRESIDENT$133,324$155,206
2007PRESIDENT$40,000$55,398
2006PRESIDENT$36,667$42,928

Source: LM forms filed with the Office of Labor-Management Standards. This information is a public record, which can also be found on the Department of Labor's website: www.UnionReports.gov.