Salary distribution
Where Missouri 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 $45,660 and $60,330, with a median of $48,250.
Elementary School Teachers in Missouri: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 36 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $53,506. 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 | 1 | $37,300 |
| Level II — qualified | 28 | $53,055 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $61,082 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Elementary School Teachers in Missouri. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academie Lafayette | French Immersion Teacher | 16 | $54,379 |
| St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc. | Chinese Language Immersion Teacher | 10 | $52,791 |
| School District of Kansas City 33 | Elementary Spanish Immersion - Bilingual Teacher | 5 | $56,415 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SAINT LOUIS | ESL TEACHER | 2 | $61,082 |
| Lolly's Place, Inc. | Bilingual (Spanish/English) Teacher | 1 | $54,163 |
| La Petite Ecole | Head Teacher/Elementary School French Immersion Teacher | 1 | $37,300 |
| Carthage R-9 Schools | Dual Language Teacher (Spanish) | 1 | $47,440 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- iSpark Teacher at School District of Kansas City 33$56,415Kansas CityDecided Aug 28, 2025I-200-25233-259912
- French Immersion Teacher at Academie Lafayette$60,657Kansas CityWage Level IIDecided Aug 13, 2025I-200-25218-226001
- ESL TEACHER at GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SAINT LOUIS$59,983SAINT LOUISWage Level IIIDecided Aug 5, 2025I-200-25210-206591
- Chinese Language Immersion Teacher at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc.$51,300St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Jun 10, 2025I-200-25154-047901
- French Language Immersion Teacher at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc.$53,055St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Jun 5, 2025I-200-25149-030480
- Chinese Language Immersion Teacher at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc.$49,607St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Jun 5, 2025I-200-25149-031174
- Chinese Language Immersion Teacher at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc.$52,527St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Jun 5, 2025I-200-25149-029867
- Spanish Language Immersion Teacher at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc.$56,757St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Jun 5, 2025I-200-25149-030831
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 Missouri
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 Missouri
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 23 certified offers. The most common variant is French Immersion Teacher at a median of $54,379.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Immersion Teacher | Academie Lafayette | 16 | $54,379 |
| Chinese Language Immersion Teacher | St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc. | 4 | $51,914 |
| Spanish Language Immersion Teacher | St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Inc. | 3 | $51,074 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Missouri 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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- St. Louis$59,240
- Kansas City$59,140
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Elementary School Teachers in Missouri?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers in Missouri is $48,250.
- How does Missouri compare to the national median for Elementary School Teachers?
- The Missouri median is -28.9% versus the BLS national figure of $67,847.
- What is the salary range for Elementary School Teachers in Missouri?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,950 and the 90th-percentile at $76,400, 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.