After School Child Care Teacher Salary in the United States

How much does an After School Child Care Teacher make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an After School Child Care Teacher in the United States is $33,298 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, an After School Child Care Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,058
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,907 to $36,313
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,731
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After School Child Care Teacher Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $36,313 $3,026 $698 $17
Average $33,298 $2,775 $640 $16
25th Percentile $30,907 $2,576 $594 $15
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Key Factors That Influence After School Child Care Teacher Salaries

An After School Child Care Teacher'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do After School Child Care Teacher 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 After School Child Care Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $36,868.
  • California: $36,728.
  • Massachusetts: $36,238.

Top Paying Cities for After School Child Care Teachers

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: $41,999
  • San Francisco: $41,539
  • Oakland: $40,664

What Skills Can Increase an After School Child Care Teacher's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.73% 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.
  • Child Development (Mentioned in 9.81% Job Postings): Child development refers to the sequence of physical, language, thought and emotional changes that occur in a child from birth to the beginning of adulthood.
  • Early Childhood Education (Mentioned in 4.68% Job Postings): Early childhood education, also known as nursery education, is a branch of education theory that relates to the teaching of children from birth up to the age of eight.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.73%
Child Development 9.81%
Early Childhood Education 4.68%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 After School Child Care Teacher's salary.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Motivating
$38,293
15%
Coordination
$36,295
9%
Problem Solving
$35,962
8%
Accountability
$35,962
8%
Customer Service
$35,629
7%
Leadership
$35,296
6%
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After School Child Care Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For After School Child Care Teacher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, After School Child Care Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view After School Child Care Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an After School Child Care Teacher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$43,288$21.030%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$36,628$18.010%

After School Child Care Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an After School Child Care Teacher'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for After School Child Care Teacher

Salaries for an After School Child Care Teacher can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $36,487 in 2023 to around $35,500 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of After School Child Care Teacher salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of After School Child Care Teacher Over Time

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$36,487
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$35,885
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2024 $35,885
2025 $35,500
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FAQ about After School Child Care Teacher

1. What industry pays the highest salary for After School Child Care Teacher?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for After School Child Care Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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