Salary distribution
Where Arizona elementary school teachers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $47,040 and $63,600, with a median of $50,980.
Elementary School Teachers in Arizona: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 137 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $52,730. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 110 | $52,714 |
| Level II — qualified | 15 | $56,200 |
| Level III — experienced | 1 | $53,260 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 1 | $64,890 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Elementary School Teachers in Arizona. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Elementary School District No. 33 | Teacher | 9 | $45,950 |
| Creighton Elementary School District | Teacher | 7 | $52,697 |
| Toltec School District 22 | Teacher | 7 | $51,600 |
| Deer Valley Unified School District 97 | Teacher | 7 | $59,650 |
| Isaac School District No. 5 | Third Grade Teacher | 6 | $50,350 |
| Tuba City Unified School District No. 15 | Teacher | 5 | $54,252 |
| Maricopa Unified School District | Elementary Music Teacher | 5 | $65,925 |
| Tucson Unified School District | Teacher | 5 | $49,400 |
| Great Hearts America | Arch Teacher | 4 | $46,900 |
| Paradise Valley Unified School District | Teacher | 4 | $58,209 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Prep Teacher at Great Hearts America$47,950BuckeyeDecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25344-471875
- Teacher at Buckeye Elementary School District No. 33$49,240BuckeyeDecided Dec 11, 2025I-200-25338-457929
- Teacher at Chandler Unified School District No. 80$58,049ChandlerDecided Dec 9, 2025I-200-25336-451677
- Teacher at Creighton Elementary School District$54,945PhoenixDecided Dec 3, 2025I-200-25329-436872
- Teacher at Buckeye Elementary School District No. 33$49,240BuckeyeDecided Dec 3, 2025I-200-25329-436664
- Elementary School Physical Education Teacher at The Odyssey Preparatory Academy, Inc.$47,858BuckeyeDecided Nov 26, 2025I-200-25323-423040
- Arch Teacher at Great Hearts America$45,850GoodyearDecided Nov 19, 2025I-200-25316-401110
- Teacher at Odyssey Preparatory Academy, Inc.$45,850BuckeyeDecided Nov 19, 2025I-200-25316-401814
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Elementary School Teachers pay by experience level in Arizona
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Elementary School Teachers specialties in Arizona
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 113 certified offers. The most common variant is Teacher at a median of $52,730.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher | Buckeye Elementary School District No. 33 | 93 | $52,730 |
| Elementary School Teacher | Harvest Power Community Development Group, Inc. | 8 | $54,525 |
| Third Grade Teacher | Isaac School District No. 5 | 4 | $50,350 |
| Certified Teacher | Moen Copi Day School Grant | 4 | $49,995 |
| Public School Teacher | Hopi Day School | 4 | $41,500 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Arizona over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.5 / 5
Education and Training
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.3 / 5
Instructing
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Learning Strategies
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
- 02
Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- 03
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- 04
Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- 05
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- 06
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- 07
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- 08
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-2.0%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Elementary School Teachers in Arizona?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers in Arizona is $50,980.
- How does Arizona compare to the national median for Elementary School Teachers?
- The Arizona median is -24.9% versus the BLS national figure of $67,847.
- What is the salary range for Elementary School Teachers in Arizona?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $40,100 and the 90th-percentile at $80,010, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Elementary School Teachers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -2.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Elementary School Teachers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.