Salary by Education Level
What the Data Shows
For Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education positions, filings requiring a Master's degree carried an average declared salary of $53,252 versus $46,798 for those requiring a Bachelor's - a premium of +13.8%. Across all certified filings with a stated education level, 70% accepted a Bachelor's degree as the minimum requirement.
Education vs Salary
| Education Level | Average Salary | Filings | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | $59,438 | 12 | 10.9% |
| Master's | $53,252 | 12 | 10.9% |
| Associate's | $49,166 | 5 | 4.5% |
| Bachelor's | $46,798 | 77 | 70% |
| Other | $42,805 | 4 | 3.6% |