ESL Teacher Salary in California
Explore esl teacher salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$78,758
Monthly: $6,563
Biweekly: $3,029
Entry Level
$51,601
Monthly: $4,300
Biweekly: $1,985
Senior Level
$108,632
Monthly: $9,053
Biweekly: $4,178
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $51,601 | $78,758 | $108,632 |
| Monthly | $4,300 | $6,563 | $9,053 |
| Biweekly | $1,985 | $3,029 | $4,178 |
| Weekly | $992 | $1,515 | $2,089 |
| Hourly | $25 | $38 | $52 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$61,530
CA Median
$78,758
Difference
+$17,228
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Teach English as a Second Language to non-native speakers.
Education
Bachelor's degree in ESL or Education; TESOL certification recommended
Key Skills
Language InstructionCultural AwarenessCurriculum DevelopmentStudent Assessment
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