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ESL Teacher Salary in Portland, Maine

The median esl teacher salary in Portland, ME is $60,480 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median and 10.2% above the Maine state average.

City Median
$60,480
vs State Avg
+$5,600
vs National
+$4,480
Cost of Living
108%

ESL Teacher Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $41,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,720 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,040
+$3,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,560
+$4,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,720
+$6,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, ME

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $38,880
25th Percentile $47,520
Median (50th) $60,480
75th Percentile $77,760
90th Percentile $95,040

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Maine Cities

South Portland, ME
$58,800
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$51,520
Pop. 32,029
Lewiston, ME
$50,400
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$49,840
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Portland

Education

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