Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
SOC: 11-9032 O*NET: 11-9032.00
Median Salary
$104,070
per year
Job Growth
📉 -1.5%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
20.8
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$62,442
25th
$83,256
50th (Median)
$104,070
75th
$124,884
90th
$156,105
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:333,300
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-1.5%
Annual Openings:20,800
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)333,300
Current
2034 (Projected)328,100
-1.5%
-5,100
Employment Change
-1.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Learning Strategies
Learning Strategies
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Systems Evaluation
Systems Evaluation
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Education and Training
✓
Administration and Management
✓
English Language
✓
Administrative
✓
Mathematics
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Psychology
✓
Public Safety and Security
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required