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Including the $20 velvet Mary Jane ballet flats that are a "teacher's dream."

Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising review: "I absolutely love these!! Saw them on a blogger and impulse purchased. 😬 I am SO glad I did because they’re comfy and go with so many things! I’m a teacher and have no problem wearing them all day!! I’m always a 6.5 and these ran TTS." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $35.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and in 19 colors).

Promising review: "I’ve been wearing Rocket Dog shoes since high school and they never disappoint! As a teacher, I’m on my feet all day and these are perfect since they are well padded and have great support. They are very flexible and are amazing if you have wider feet. You can’t pass these up especially at this price!" —SSchmitz

Get them from Amazon for $40 (available in sizes 6–13 and in 41 colors).

These are made of patent leather, and some reviewers say they require some breaking in before reaching their full comfort potential.

Promising review: "I bought these in every color! I'm a fifth-grade teacher who is on her feet all day, and these shoes are pure comfort! Plus, they're so fly!" —B. Brandkamp

Get them from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in sizes 5–10 and in 11 colors).

Note: Reviewers note these are a bit tight with regular socks, so consider opting for a no-show, thin sock if you don't want to ditch socks altogether. 

Promising review: "I own three pairs (white, black, brown). I am a teacher and I think they are the perfect teacher flats. Comfortable, affordable, cute. A good wardrobe staple." —Tanya Elaine

Get them from Amazon for $31.44+ (available in sizes 5–11, two styles, and nine colors).

Promising review: "I LOVE THESE SHOES!!! Teacher's dream. They're super cute and even have comfortable insoles. The color is rich and vibrant. Excellent quality. Even my sardonic teenage students constantly compliment them. Will be buying more colors!!!" —RB

Get it from Amazon for $19.90 (available in sizes 5–13 and six colors).

Promising review: "I am a teacher and these are lightweight and comfortable for me all day. I wish I would’ve discovered them years ago. I appreciate the sole for zipping around the hallways. Highly recommend!" —lewis1998

Get them from Amazon for $34.19+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in five colors).

Promising review: "I loved the easy velcro strap, comfort, and versatility. I can wear this shoe with anything. I am a teacher, and walk about 8K steps a day, at minimum. This shoe has been my easy go to. I'm fact, I'm getting ready to buy a second pair. My only wish is that it were available in more colors like red. It's a must buy!!" —Eloina Trujillo

Get them from Amazon for $35.99 (available in sizes 5.5–11 and in six colors).

Promising review: "These are the most comfortable flats I've ever had the pleasure of wearing. I am a teacher, so I'm on my feet all day long, and these get the job done! I will be buying more colors." —Sophia G.

Get it from Amazon for $16.43+ (available in sizes 5–15, two widths, and 22 colors).

Promising review: "Every time I wear these shoes, I get MANY compliments! As a teacher, I am on my feet all day running from here to there, and these shoes keep up! I was concerned they may become uncomfortable after extended wear, but that is just not the case! They go with so many different outfits, too. They come in a great variety of colors and textures — I love them so much, I now have expanded to two pairs and have another pair arriving next week! Highly recommend!" —Andrea P.

Get them from Amazon for $38.92+ (available in sizes 5–12, two widths, and 11 colors).

Read more about how a lack of arch support can aggravate plantar fasciitis at the American Podiatric Medical Association. 

Promising review: "This sneaker is very comfortable. I have plantar fasciitis, and my feet do not hurt. I'm a preschool teacher, and am on my feet all day. Plan to buy more." —Michelle C.

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and in 19 colors).

Promising review: "I am a teacher and on my feet most of the day. I wear these shoes nearly every day for the entire school year... The black version is great with business-casual attire, even with skirts, and super comfortable. I have taken these traveling and walked in them daily for hours with no issues. Highly recommend." —Teachergirl

Get it from Amazon for $41.17+ (available in sizes 5–13, including narrow, wide, and extra-wide sizes, and 26 colors).

Promising review: "I am a teacher who needs to look professional, yet comfortable to stand on my feet most of the day. They are a rich caramel color; the asymmetrical cut creates visual interest. They are my go-to shoe." —Barnowl

Get it from Amazon for $32.89+ (available in sizes 5-12, three widths, and 10 colors).

If you're between sizes, most reviewers suggest getting the smaller size. 

Promising reviews: "I could literally wear this shoe every day with any outfit to work. I'm on my feet as a teacher all day, and this gives the support that I need with the style that I want. Great shoe!" —Lorraine M.

Get them from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in sizes 5–13, including wide sizes, and in 19 styles).

Promising review: "Love these! I'm a teacher and seven months pregnant and needed comfy shoes to wear throughout the day without dying, but still wanted them to be cute... they are great! Wish there was another hole by the ankle to tighten more, but I made one myself." —Becczy_

Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes 5–12, including wide sizes, and in 49 colors).

Promising review: "My go-to shoe for years. I am a teacher and work on my feet all day, and the functionality and cushion are just what I needed... I purchased 11 wide. The width of the toe box and the firm arch immediately started to give relief... I have been pain-free from heel pain for about eight years now..." —Lu

Get them from Amazon for $59.98 (available in sizes 5–12, including narrow and wide sizes, and three styles). 

Promising review: "These are my new favorite pair of shoes! They are so comfortable! I'm a teacher, so I'm on my feet all day, and my feet never hurt after wearing these all day. I absolutely love the color of these. Great pair of shoes for a great price!" —Melissa

Get it from Amazon for $34.98+ (available in sizes 5–13, including wide sizes, and 26 colors).

Promising reviews: "Love this sneaker! Fits perfectly with pillow softness. I'm a substitute PE Teacher and I'm 'hard' on my poor feet — but this sneaker takes everything I give it... and still cradles my feet. I'm very impressed with this product! Fabulous price as well." —Christine

"These were awesome shoes during my recovery after ankle surgery. They were able to accommodate various braces while still being comfortable and supportive. REALLY a lifesaver for people who stand/walk all day like teachers." —Cassie and Tim

Get it from Amazon for $39.92+ (available in sizes 5–12, including narrow, wide, and wide-width sizes, and a variety of colors).

Promising review: "Being a teacher, I needed a cute shoe that was dressy but that I could stand to be in all day on concrete floors. These shoes are perfect for my needs, and I will even wear them out on a date night." —Kelsie B.

Get them from Amazon for $34.90+ (available in sizes 5–10 and 11 colors).

Promising review: "This is the first pair of Tom's shoes I've gotten, and the hype is true. These are some of the most comfortable shoes I own, and they look fairly dressy, which works well with my teacher wardrobe." —Denise K.

Get them from Amazon for $29.01+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 16 colors).

Promising review: "So comfortable, and I get so many compliments! I am a preschool teacher and have been wearing them to run around with the kids and they're been great — even on my mulch-filled playground. Feels like I am wearing sneakers." —Natalie Gonzalez

Get them from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and in 10 colors).

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