Substitute teacher salary in United States
How much does a Substitute Teacher make in the United States?
Average base salary
$19.18
Average $19.18
Low $12.26
High $29.99
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a substitute teacher is $19.18 per hour in the United States. 18.3k salaries reported, updated at September 21, 2023
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | |
| 1 to 2 years | |
| 3 to 5 years | |
| 6 to 9 years | |
| More than 10 years |
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Top companies for Substitute Teachers in United States
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Highest paying cities for Substitute Teachers near United States
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Where can a Substitute Teacher earn more?
Compare salaries for Substitute Teachers in different locations
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Substitute Teachers
Most common benefits for Substitute Teachers
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 18,436 ratings36% of Substitute Teachers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?
Elementary School Teacher
Job openingsAverage $17.94 per hour
Special Education Teacher
Job openingsAverage $58,388 per year
Preschool Teacher
Job openingsAverage $15.93 per hour
School Teacher
Job openingsAverage $18.12 per hour
High School Teacher
Job openingsAverage $58,671 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a Substitute Teacher
How much do similar professions to substitute teachers get paid?
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How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a substitute teacher?
If you are not sure about what salary is appropriate for a substitute teacher, you may visit Indeed's Salary Calculator to get a free, personalized pay range based on your location, industry and experience.
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How often do substitute teachers get paid?
Substitute teachers can be paid weekly or monthly depending on the school.
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