Middle School Teachers in Louisiana. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Louisiana middle school teachers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $48,790 and $62,310, with a median of $58,760.
Middle School Teachers in Louisiana: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 27 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $51,734. 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 | 8 | $52,836 |
| Level II — qualified | 8 | $50,381 |
| Level III — experienced | 5 | $52,361 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 6 | $52,091 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Middle School Teachers in Louisiana. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcasieu Parish School Board | Foreign Language Teacher | 5 | $52,361 |
| Madison Parish School Board | Middle School Mathematics Teacher | 4 | $51,282 |
| French And Montessori Education, Inc. | Middle School Teacher | 3 | $57,977 |
| Lafayette Parish School System | Middle School French Immersion Teacher | 3 | $55,602 |
| Morris Jeff Community School | Spanish Teacher | 3 | $48,820 |
| Tangipahoa Parish School System | Middle School Teacher | 3 | $50,200 |
| Concordia Parish School Board | Spanish Teacher | 2 | $38,053 |
| East Baton Rouge Parish School System | 9-Month Classroom Teacher | 1 | $57,944 |
| East Carroll Parish School Board | Mathematics Teacher | 1 | $48,820 |
| Jefferson Parish Schools | English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher | 1 | $59,384 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Mathematics Teacher at East Carroll Parish School Board$48,820Lake ProvidenceWage Level IVDecided Mar 13, 2026I-200-26065-684896
- Spanish Teacher at Morris Jeff Community School$48,820New OrleansWage Level IVDecided Mar 10, 2026I-200-26062-675839
- Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher at MADISON PARISH SCHOOL BOARD$49,594TallulahWage Level IDecided Mar 9, 2026I-200-26062-674927
- Middle School Mathematics Teacher at Madison Parish School Board$50,830TallulahWage Level IDecided Mar 9, 2026I-200-26061-674765
- Middle School Mathematics Teacher at Madison Parish School Board$46,049TallulahWage Level IDecided Mar 9, 2026I-200-26061-674805
- Spanish Teacher at Morris Jeff Community School$48,820New OrleansWage Level IVDecided Mar 2, 2026I-200-26054-657540
- Middle School French Teacher at Lafayette Parish School System$55,602LafayetteWage Level IIDecided Jan 29, 2026I-200-26022-582340
- Middle School Social Studies Spanish Immersion Teacher at Lafayette Parish School System$55,602ScottWage Level IIDecided Jan 28, 2026I-200-26021-578056
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.
Where do you stand?
Get an instant percentile reading. Anonymous, no signup.
Aggregate unlocks once 5 readers have shared a salary for this role and state.
Middle School Teachers pay by experience level in Louisiana
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.
Middle School Teachers specialties in Louisiana
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 16 certified offers. The most common variant is Spanish Teacher at a median of $48,820.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Teacher | Morris Jeff Community School | 7 | $48,820 |
| Middle School Teacher | French And Montessori Education, Inc. | 6 | $54,033 |
| Middle School Mathematics Teacher | Madison Parish School Board | 3 | $50,830 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Louisiana 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
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Education and Training
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Instructing
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Learning Strategies
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Writing
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- 02
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- 03
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- 04
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- 05
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- 06
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- 07
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- 08
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-2.0%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
Sponsored
Build the skills employers list for Middle School Teachers
Online courses from licensed providers. We may earn a commission when you enroll. The commission does not influence our rankings or wage data.
Explore coursesTop metros in Louisiana
Metro-level salary data for middle school teachers in major Louisiana metropolitan areas.
- New Orleans$60,830
Compare Middle School Teachers pay across nearby states
Considering a move? Compare Louisiana with another state
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Middle School Teachers in Louisiana?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Middle School Teachers in Louisiana is $58,760.
- How does Louisiana compare to the national median for Middle School Teachers?
- The Louisiana median is -17.4% versus the BLS national figure of $71,125.
- What is the salary range for Middle School Teachers in Louisiana?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $46,260 and the 90th-percentile at $78,020, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Middle 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 Middle 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.