Creative & Education Kansas City, KS Pop. 156,607

ESL Teacher Salary in Kansas City, Kansas

The median esl teacher salary in Kansas City, KS is $49,280 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Kansas state average.

City Median
$49,280
vs State Avg
+$560
vs National
$-6,720
Cost of Living
88%

ESL Teacher Salary in Kansas City by Experience

In Kansas City, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $33,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,920 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,440
$-4,560 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$50,160
$-6,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,920
$-10,080 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kansas City, KS

Percentile Kansas City
10th Percentile $31,680
25th Percentile $38,720
Median (50th) $49,280
75th Percentile $63,360
90th Percentile $77,440

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Kansas Cities

Overland Park, KS
$53,760
Pop. 197,238
Olathe, KS
$52,640
Pop. 141,290
Wichita, KS
$47,600
Pop. 397,532
Topeka, KS
$46,480
Pop. 127,473

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Kansas City

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Kansas City and the surrounding Kansas 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 Kansas City may vary based on local industry and population growth.