Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language in the United States is $62,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,836
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,368 to $70,882
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,288
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Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $70,882 $5,907 $1,363 $34
Average $62,145 $5,179 $1,195 $30
25th Percentile $54,368 $4,531 $1,046 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salaries

An Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Languages. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $68,807.
  • California: $68,545.
  • Massachusetts: $67,632.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Languages

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $78,383
  • San Francisco: $77,525
  • Oakland: $75,891

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 10.84% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
  • Visual Arts (Mentioned in 1.75% Job Postings): The visual arts are art forms such as painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, video, filmmaking, design, crafts and architecture.
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Commitment 10.84%
Tutoring 2.37%
Visual Arts 1.75%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's salary.
  • Coaching Others: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Pediatric: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Facilitation: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching Others
 $69,602
12%
Pediatric
 $68,359
10%
Facilitation
 $65,252
5%
Flexibility
 $65,252
5%
Analysis
 $65,252
5%
Chemistry
 $65,252
5%
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How Education impacts an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Languages enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language with a Bachelor's Degree is between $54,632 and $61,934).

Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.9%
High School 17.1%
Associates 2.9%
Bachelors 17.1%
Masters 71.4%
Doctorate 8.6%
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Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$54,368
Average $62,145/year
$70,882
$4,531
Average $5,179/month
$5,907
$1,046
Average $1,195/week
$1,363
$26
Average $30/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,882 $5,907 $1,363 $34
Average $62,145 $5,179 $1,195 $30
25th Percentile $54,368 $4,531 $1,046 $26

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Salary Trends for Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language

Salaries for an Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,459 in 2023 to around $53,568 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct Instructor - English As A Second Language salary trends, .

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