Teacher Salary & Benefits in Texas
As a teacher in Texas, you’ll earn a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow your career. Read on to learn more.
How much do teachers make in Texas?
Starting salaries vary across Texas’ 1000+ public schools and charters. The average salary for new educators in Texas is $47,195. The average salary for experienced teachers is $60,716.
Check out these examples from across the San Antonio region.
School District |
First-year salary for teacher with a bachelor's degree |
First-year salary for teacher with a master's degree |
---|---|---|
Edgewood | $43,732 | $45,732 |
Alamo Heights ISD | $53,300 | $53,700—$55,100 |
San Antonio ISD | $55,609 | $57,609 |
Northside ISD | $60,320 | $61,820 |
IDEA Public Schools | $62,000 | $64,500 |
Average salary refers to what all teachers make, on average. That includes people who have been in the job for years. Statewide, Texas’s average teacher salary in 2023 was $62,463.65.
How to Increase Your Teacher's Salary
There are several ways for you to earn even more as a teacher. Here are a few ways you can boost your pay:
- Teach in a shortage area. You may earn more if you teach a critical need subject, like bilingual, technical or special education.
- Earn an advanced credential. You’ll earn higher pay with a master’s degree, and many TX school districts offer bonuses for earning your National Board Certification!
- Lead an extracurricular. Many districts offer stipends if you lead an extracurricular, such as yearbook, choir or athletics. This extra pay can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars!
- Get credit for prior experience. You could earn more for work experience relevant to your teaching subject or prior years teaching in another state or in higher education! Talk to your school district hiring manager to determine your eligibility.
Benefits for Teachers
How much do similar professions make in Texas?
Salary numbers are important, but you may be wondering how teaching compares to other skilled professions. A Texas teacher’s salary is competitive with many other fields. Plus, teachers are contracted to work about 180 days each year—compared to 260 work days in most other fields.
- Registered Nurse: $85,110
- Teacher: $60,716
- Paralegal: $58,740
- Therapist: $68,760
- Community Health Worker: $43,620
- Childcare Worker: $27,880
Career Growth for TX Teachers
As an educator, you can grow your career—and your salary—both in and out of the classroom. Ready to discover the best possibilities for your teacher career? Check out our career paths page to get started.
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