After School Teacher Salary in the United States

How much does an After School Teacher make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an After School Teacher in the United States is $61,568 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an After School Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,078
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,221 to $69,687
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,622

Key Factors That Influence After School Teacher Salaries

An After School Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects After School Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an After School Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,888
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,160
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,440
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,597
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,823
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level After School Teacher less than 1 year $56,888
Early Career Level After School Teacher 1-2 years $57,160
Mid-Level Level After School Teacher 2-4 years $60,440
Senior-Level Level After School Teacher 5-8 years $63,597
Expert Level After School Teacher over 8 years $63,823

Top Paying Cities for After School Teacher

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $77,655
  • San Francisco: $76,805
  • Oakland: $75,186

After School Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For After School Teacher roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, After School Teacher positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view After School Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an After School Teacher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure $67,724 $33.0 10%
Healthcare $64,646 $31.0 5%

After School Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an After School Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$53,221
Average $61,568/year
$69,687
$4,435
Average $5,131/month
$5,807
$1,023
Average $1,184/week
$1,340
$26
Average $30/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $69,687 $5,807 $1,340 $34
Average $61,568 $5,131 $1,184 $30
25th Percentile $53,221 $4,435 $1,023 $26

Most common benefits for After School Teacher

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for After School Teacher

Here are companies hiring for After School Teacher and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next After School Teacher Job

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FAQ about After School Teacher

1. What industry pays the highest salary for After School Teacher?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for After School Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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