I support the idea of giving targeted raises to select teachers, such as STEM teachers. Finding and keeping STEM teachers in the US is a problem. I say this, because I use to be a STEM teacher. I taught for two years and then left for the tech industry (I joined the statistic). The major factors that drove my decision were money, time, and respect. Within two years in industry, I was making more than I ever could have teaching. I also work less and feel more respected in society too.