In 2007, West Branch Area School District employed 84 teachers. The average teacher salary in the district was $46,444 for 180 days worked. As of 2007, Pennsylvania ranked in the top 10 states in average teacher salaries. When adjusted for cost of living Pennsylvania ranked fourth in the nation for teacher compensation. Additionally, the teachers receive a defined benefit pension, health insurance (single teacher pays $25 per month), $40,000 life insurance, dental insurance, long term disability program, professional development reimbursement, 3 paid personal days, 10 paid sick days, 5 paid bereavement days, and other benefits, including payment for unused sick days up to 150 days. Teachers are paid an additional $200 for each 5 years of continuous service. If a teacher is asked to work beyond the regular day they receive an additional hourly rate of $23, per hour.