Creative & Education Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

ESL Teacher Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median esl teacher salary in Shreveport, LA is $47,600 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$47,600
vs State Avg
$-3,360
vs National
$-8,400
Cost of Living
85%

ESL Teacher Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $32,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $71,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,300
$-5,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,450
$-8,550 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$71,400
$-12,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $30,600
25th Percentile $37,400
Median (50th) $47,600
75th Percentile $61,200
90th Percentile $74,800

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$54,880
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$51,520
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$49,280
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$48,160
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Shreveport

Education

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