How much does a Middle School Teacher make in California? The average Middle School Teacher salary in California is $72,490 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,790 and $90,190. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Middle School Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Middle School Teacher Salary $46,317 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Middle School Teacher Salary $58,790 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Middle School Teacher Salary $72,490 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Middle School Teacher Salary $90,190 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Middle School Teacher Salary $106,305 CA March 26, 2024
25% $58,790 10% $46,317 90% $106,305 75% $90,190 $72,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Middle School Teacher develops and implements grade appropriate course work, activities, and assessments to meet the academic needs of children in a grade 6-12 classroom setting. Prepares lesson plans and instructs students in an assigned secondary school. Being a Middle School Teacher assesses and documents students' progress. Evaluates and monitors student's performance. In addition, Middle School Teacher participates in development and implementation of Individual Education Plans for specific students. Resolves classroom issues and conflicts. May participate in implementing special programs for students. May supervise teaching assistants. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require state-specific teaching license. Typically requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a principal. Being a Middle School Teacher occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Middle School Teacher typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $69,267 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $70,253 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $72,750 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $69,136 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $67,361 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $71,699 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $69,464 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $65,455 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $80,176 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $79,979 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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