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ESL Teacher Salary in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The median esl teacher salary in Cambridge, MA is $89,600 per year, which is 60.0% above the national median and 18.5% above the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$89,600
vs State Avg
+$14,000
vs National
+$33,600
Cost of Living
160%

ESL Teacher Salary in Cambridge by Experience

In Cambridge, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $60,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 160% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$60,800
+$22,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,200
+$34,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$134,400
+$50,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cambridge, MA

Percentile Cambridge
10th Percentile $57,600
25th Percentile $70,400
Median (50th) $89,600
75th Percentile $115,200
90th Percentile $140,800

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Boston, MA
$85,120
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$61,600
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$58,800
Pop. 115,554
Springfield, MA
$54,880
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Cambridge

Education

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