High-paying teaching jobs in Columbia

Teaching involves guiding students in learning academic subjects by crafting engaging lessons. Teachers develop curricula, assess student progress, and foster a supportive environment. They exhibit patience, communication skills, and subject knowledge.


We found 48 high-paying for you in Columbia, MO. These teaching jobs pay well, with salaries between $32,779 to $112,486 per hour. Popular roles include Adjunct Instructor, High School Teacher and Elementary School Teacher.

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Updated Nov 07, 2026
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Columbia, MO
Missouri
Job openings (Columbia)

Adjunct Instructor

Columbia

$2,058 per week

Missouri

$1,027 per week

Dean

Columbia

$93,544 per year

Missouri

$94,813 per year

Trainer

Columbia

$38.32 per hour

Missouri

$25.02 per hour

Special Education Teacher

Columbia

$57,437 per year

Missouri

$94,183 per year

Elementary School Teacher

Columbia

$56,185 per year

Missouri

$51,737 per year

High School Teacher

Columbia

$52,839 per year

Missouri

$51,364 per year

School Teacher

Columbia

$51,807 per year

Missouri

$52,808 per year

Tutor

Columbia

$22.89 per hour

Missouri

$22.55 per hour

Teacher

Columbia

$20.56 per hour

Missouri

$29.51 per hour

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