Adjunct Instructor, Special Education Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education in the United States is $60,244 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,430
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,706 to $68,716
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,844
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Adjunct Instructor, Special Education Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $68,716 $5,726 $1,321 $33
Average $60,244 $5,020 $1,159 $29
25th Percentile $52,706 $4,392 $1,014 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Instructor, Special Education Salaries

An Adjunct Instructor, Special Education'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, Special Education 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, Special Educations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $66,702.
  • California: $66,449.
  • Massachusetts: $65,563.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Instructor, Special Educations

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: $75,985
  • San Francisco: $75,238
  • Oakland: $73,569

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% 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.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
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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, Special Education's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Programming: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
 $64,461
7%
Computer Science
 $64,461
7%
Programming
 $63,256
5%
Safety Training
 $62,653
4%
Collaboration
 $62,653
4%
Customer Service
 $62,051
3%
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How Education impacts an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct Instructor, Special Educations 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, Special Education with a Bachelor's Degree is between $54,776 and $60,153).

Adjunct Instructor, Special Education Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct Instructor, Special Education
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.4%
High School 4.7%
Associates 4.7%
Bachelors 31.8%
Masters 55.3%
Doctorate 1.2%
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Adjunct Instructor, Special Education Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education'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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$52,706
Average $60,244/year
$68,716
$4,392
Average $5,020/month
$5,726
$1,014
Average $1,159/week
$1,321
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Average $29/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,716 $5,726 $1,321 $33
Average $60,244 $5,020 $1,159 $29
25th Percentile $52,706 $4,392 $1,014 $25

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Salary Trends for Adjunct Instructor, Special Education

Salaries for an Adjunct Instructor, Special Education can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,582 in 2023 to around $52,721 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct Instructor, Special Education salary trends, .

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