Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
SOC: 25-2022 O*NET: 25-2022.00
Median Salary
$62,970
per year
Job Growth
📉 -2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
40.5
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$37,782
25th
$50,376
50th (Median)
$62,970
75th
$75,564
90th
$94,455
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:633,700
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-2%
Annual Openings:40,500
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)633,700
Current
2034 (Projected)621,300
-2%
-12,400
Employment Change
-2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Learning Strategies
Learning Strategies
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Coordination
Coordination
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Education and Training
✓
English Language
✓
Philosophy and Theology
✓
Mathematics
✓
Psychology
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
History and Archeology
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Sociology and Anthropology
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience Required
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Significant preparation with related work experience