摘要:AbstractThe article attempts to identify the determinants of occupational satisfaction of teaching staff of higher education institutions. The most significant satisfaction factor for teacher is material stimulation of wage. The next most important factor is the work organization in an educational institution. For attraction young promising and experienced professionals to work in an educational institution it's necessary to create favorable conditions. It binds us with the realization of opportunities for professional growth and career development, and scientific activities. These findings are reinforced by revealed a close relationship the growth of professional knowledge, satisfaction with the work process itself and satisfaction with teaching activities in general. Ambiguous looks negative contribution factor of intangible incentive in satisfaction of teachers their activities. In a situation of low wages in the education sector of Russia, different forms of non material stimulation encourage negative perceptions of employees.