Early Intervention Special Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Early Intervention Special Instructor make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Early Intervention Special Instructor in the United States is $54,584 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,136
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,969 to $59,584
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,126
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Early Intervention Special Instructor Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $59,584 $4,965 $1,146 $29
Average $54,584 $4,549 $1,050 $26
25th Percentile $45,969 $3,831 $884 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Early Intervention Special Instructor Salaries

An Early Intervention Special 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 Experience Level Affects Early Intervention Special Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Early Intervention Special Instructor'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,986
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,344
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,561
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,700
  • Expert (over 8 years): $56,852
Levels Salary
Entry Level Early Intervention Special Instructor$53,986
Intermediate Level Early Intervention Special Instructor$54,344
Senior Level Early Intervention Special Instructor$55,561
Specialist Level Early Intervention Special Instructor$56,700
Expert Level Early Intervention Special Instructor$56,852
$53,986 0 yr
$54,344 < 2 yrs
$55,561 2-4 yrs
$56,700 5-8 yrs
$56,852 > 8 yrs
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How Do Early Intervention Special 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 Early Intervention Special Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,435.
  • California: $60,206.
  • Massachusetts: $59,403.

Top Paying Cities for Early Intervention Special 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: $68,846
  • San Francisco: $68,170
  • Oakland: $66,658

What Skills Can Increase an Early Intervention Special Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Written Communication (Mentioned in 5.28% Job Postings): Communicating information through written media to educate, inform and influence the target audience.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 6.47% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • Case Management (Mentioned in 3.33% Job Postings): Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Written Communication 5.28%
CPR 6.47%
Case Management 3.33%
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 Early Intervention Special Instructor's salary.
  • Facilitation: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Facilitation
 $56,767
4%
Flexibility
 $56,221
3%
Coordination
 $56,221
3%
Leadership
 $56,221
3%
Patient Care
 $56,221
3%
Collaboration
 $56,221
3%
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How Education impacts an Early Intervention Special Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Early Intervention Special Instructors enter the field with a Associate'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 Early Intervention Special Instructor with a Associate's Degree is between $56,598 and $60,239).

Early Intervention Special Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Early Intervention Special Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 2.7%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 60.5%
Masters 31.7%
Doctorate 1.5%
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Early Intervention Special Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Early Intervention Special 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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$45,969
Average $54,584/year
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Average $4,549/month
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Average $1,050/week
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Average $26/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $59,584 $4,965 $1,146 $29
Average $54,584 $4,549 $1,050 $26
25th Percentile $45,969 $3,831 $884 $22

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Salary Trends for Early Intervention Special Instructor

Salaries for an Early Intervention Special Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,576 in 2023 to around $47,038 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Early Intervention Special Instructor salary trends, .

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