Outdoor Early Learning Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor in the United States is $43,722 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,121
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,700 to $48,119
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,127
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Outdoor Early Learning Instructor Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,119 $4,010 $925 $23
Average $43,722 $3,644 $841 $21
25th Percentile $38,700 $3,225 $744 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Outdoor Early Learning Instructor Salaries

An Outdoor Early Learning Instructor'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 Outdoor Early Learning Instructor 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 Outdoor Early Learning Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $48,409.
  • California: $48,225.
  • Massachusetts: $47,583.

Top Paying Cities for Outdoor Early Learning Instructors

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: $55,147
  • San Francisco: $54,605
  • Oakland: $53,393

What Skills Can Increase an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 3.87% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 6.98% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
  • Child Abuse (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Child abuse is not just physical violence directed at a child. It is any form of maltreatment by an adult, which is violent or threatening for the child.
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Planning 3.87%
First Aid 6.98%
Child Abuse 1.3%
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 Outdoor Early Learning Instructor's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • IDEA: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Special Education: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
 $48,969
12%
IDEA
 $47,657
9%
Special Education
 $47,220
8%
Confidentiality
 $45,908
5%
Staff Development
 $45,908
5%
Pediatric
 $45,471
4%
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How Education impacts an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Outdoor Early Learning Instructors enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Outdoor Early Learning Instructor with a No Diploma is between $36,746 and $39,056).

Outdoor Early Learning Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Outdoor Early Learning Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 27.5%
Associates 24.5%
Bachelors 39.7%
Masters 7.2%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Outdoor Early Learning Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor'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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$38,700
Average $43,722/year
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Average $3,644/month
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$744
Average $841/week
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Average $21/hour
$23
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $48,119 $4,010 $925 $23
Average $43,722 $3,644 $841 $21
25th Percentile $38,700 $3,225 $744 $19

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Salary Trends for Outdoor Early Learning Instructor

Salaries for an Outdoor Early Learning Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,280 in 2023 to around $42,913 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Outdoor Early Learning Instructor salary trends, .

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