Elementary School Teachers in Texas. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Texas 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 $59,460 and $65,410, with a median of $62,760.
Elementary School Teachers in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 563 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $66,500. 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 | 130 | $61,575 |
| Level II — qualified | 411 | $69,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 16 | $65,075 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 5 | $65,375 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Elementary School Teachers in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Independent School District | Elementary Bilingual Teacher | 326 | $74,000 |
| Cleveland Independent School District | Bilingual Elementary Teacher | 33 | $57,213 |
| Houston Independent School District | Bilingual Teacher | 31 | $67,000 |
| ALIEF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | ELEMENTARY BILINGUAL TEACHER | 26 | $64,100 |
| Bryan Independent School District | Elementary Teacher (Bilingual) | 11 | $54,537 |
| SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | Bilingual Teacher | 11 | $65,550 |
| Energized for Excellence Academy, Inc. | Elementary School Teacher | 10 | $60,000 |
| AUSTIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | BILINGUAL TEACHER | 9 | $58,069 |
| Harmony Public Schools | Computer Teacher | 9 | $50,890 |
| Presidio Independent School District | Public School Teacher | 9 | $45,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Elementary Bilingual Teacher at Dallas Independent School District$70,000DallasWage Level IIDecided Mar 31, 2026I-200-26084-727427
- GLA, Teacher at International Leadership of Texas$59,210GarlandWage Level IVDecided Mar 30, 2026I-200-26082-722174
- Bilingual Elementary Teacher at MARBLE FALLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT$68,800MARBLE FALLSWage Level IIIDecided Mar 24, 2026I-200-26076-708201
- Elementary Bilingual Teacher at Mesquite Independent School District$74,818MesquiteWage Level IIDecided Mar 19, 2026I-200-26071-698245
- Elementary Bilingual Teacher at Dallas Independent School District$79,000DallasWage Level IIDecided Mar 17, 2026I-200-26069-693533
- Elementary School Teacher at VALENTINE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT$52,700ValentineWage Level IIDecided Mar 17, 2026I-200-26069-693315
- Elementary Bilingual Teacher at Dallas Independent School District$69,000DallasWage Level IIDecided Mar 17, 2026I-200-26069-693651
- 2nd Grade DLI Teacher at International Leadership of Texas$59,210College StationWage Level IVDecided Mar 13, 2026I-200-26065-684855
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.
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Elementary School Teachers pay by experience level in Texas
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 Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 538 certified offers. The most common variant is Elementary Bilingual Teacher at a median of $70,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Bilingual Teacher | Dallas Independent School District | 381 | $70,000 |
| Bilingual Elementary Teacher | Cleveland Independent School District | 40 | $57,213 |
| Bilingual Teacher | Houston Independent School District | 33 | $64,780 |
| Elementary Teacher (Bilingual) | Bryan Independent School District | 24 | $56,600 |
| Elementary School Teacher | Energized for Excellence Academy, Inc. | 21 | $60,000 |
| Public School Teacher | Presidio Independent School District | 12 | $45,000 |
| Tchr, Bilingual | Houston Independent School District | 8 | $65,625 |
| Dual Language Teacher | SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | 5 | $65,850 |
| Math Teacher | Harmony Public Schools | 5 | $50,890 |
| Bilingual Teacher - Elementary | Spring Independent School District | 5 | $60,500 |
| Computer Teacher | Harmony Public Schools | 4 | $53,665 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Elementary School Teachers in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 563 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $67,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Dallas Independent School District | 561 | $67,000 |
| Healthcare | COMMUNITY PRESCHOOLS FOUNDATION | 2 | $51,855 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 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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Metro-level salary data for elementary school teachers in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Dallas$65,070
- Houston$64,500
- San Antonio$61,720
- Austin$61,270
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Elementary School Teachers in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers in Texas is $62,760.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Elementary School Teachers?
- The Texas median is -13.1% versus the BLS national figure of $72,224.
- What is the salary range for Elementary School Teachers in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $48,500 and the 90th-percentile at $73,570, 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.