A few desert animals, such as the Round-tailed Ground Squirrel, a diurnal mammal, enter a state of estivation when the days become too hot and the vegetation too dry. They sleep away the hottest part of the summer.
The average starting salary for a Georgia certified teacher is $38,925. According to the Georgia Department of Education, the average teacher salary for all levels of experience is $53,164. However, these figures are not guarantees of actual salaries for students pursuing teaching certification in Georgia.
In addition to their salaries, Georgia pre-K teachers receive full benefits, including subsidized health, dental, life and vision insurance; sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; and the ability to participate in the Teacher's Retirement System of Georgia.