Lead Preschool Teacher Salary in the United States

Lead Preschool Teacher Salary

How much does a Lead Preschool Teacher make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Preschool Teacher in the United States is $41,232. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $33,787 to a high of $52,095, with most professionals earning between $37,335 and $46,918.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $33,787 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $37,335 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $41,232 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $46,918 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $52,095 US April 01, 2025
25% $37,335 10% $33,787 90% $52,095 75% $46,918 $41,232 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Lead Preschool Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Child Caregiver I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Preschool Teacher in the United States. The base salary for Lead Preschool Teacher ranges from $37,335 to $46,918 with the average base salary of $41,232. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,335 to $46,918 with the average total cash compensation of $41,232.

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Skills associated with Lead Preschool Teacher: Childhood Education, Classroom

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