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ESL Teacher Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median esl teacher salary in Aurora, IL is $53,200 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$53,200
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,800
Cost of Living
95%

ESL Teacher Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $36,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,100
$-1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,150
$-2,850 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,800
$-4,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $34,200
25th Percentile $41,800
Median (50th) $53,200
75th Percentile $68,400
90th Percentile $83,600

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$60,480
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$59,920
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$47,600
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$45,920
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Aurora

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.