Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Private School Teacher in Tennessee is $51,535 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.
However, a Private School Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Smart Recruiting
Recruit with AI
Private School Teacher Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $58,070 | $4,839 | $1,117 | $28 |
| Average | $51,535 | $4,295 | $991 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,988 | $3,666 | $846 | $21 |
Serva Security - Nashville, TN
SFM - Nashville, TN
ROOTS Academy - Brentwood, TN
Thrive Education Partners - Franklin, TN
A Private School 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Private School Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Private School Teacher | $48,506 |
| Intermediate Level Private School Teacher | $49,085 |
| Senior Level Private School Teacher | $51,535 |
| Specialist Level Private School Teacher | $53,457 |
| Expert Level Private School Teacher | $53,938 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Private School Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Private School Teacher roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Private School Teacher positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Private School Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $66,996 | $32.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Private School 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $58,070 | $4,839 | $1,117 | $28 |
| Average | $51,535 | $4,295 | $991 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,988 | $3,666 | $846 | $21 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Private School Teacher job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Spring Hill Christian Academy & Early Learning
Spring Hill, TN
Spring Hill Christian Academy & Early Learning | Spring Hill, TN
Job Description. Job Description. Summary. Love teaching kids in a positive Classical Christian environment. This may be the job for you. We are currently ... more
2 Days Ago
Journey Community Schools
Memphis, TN
Journey Community Schools | Memphis, TN
Job Description. Job Description. Journey Community Schools (JCS) is a Tennessee non-profit corporation serving scholars in grades kindergarten through 8th... more
3 Days Ago
American Classical Education
La Vergne, TN
American Classical Education | La Vergne, TN
Job Description. Job Description. Description. American Classical Academy/Rutherford is hiring its founding faculty to teach its students when it opens in ... more
4 Days Ago
KIPP Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
KIPP Nashville Public Schools | Nashville, TN
Job DescriptionResponsibilities of a KIPP Nashville Support Teacher include, but are not limited to:Flexibly Support Student Learning - primarily as an in-... more
5 Days Ago
Crievewood United Methodist Child Care
Nashville, TN
Crievewood United Methodist Child Care | Nashville, TN
Job Description. Job Description. About This Role. Crievewood UMC Child Care Center, a well-established neighborhood center, provides care for children age... more
5 Days Ago
jackson madison county school system
Jackson, TN
jackson madison county school system | Jackson, TN
Position Type:High School Teaching/ArtDate Posted:1/18/2025Location:JMC Board of Education School Service CenterDate Available:02/01/2025NOTICE OF VACANCYJ... more
5 Days Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
