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ESL Teacher Salary in Norfolk, Virginia

The median esl teacher salary in Norfolk, VA is $53,760 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 7.7% below the Virginia state average.

City Median
$53,760
vs State Avg
$-4,480
vs National
$-2,240
Cost of Living
96%

ESL Teacher Salary in Norfolk by Experience

In Norfolk, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $36,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,480
$-1,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,720
$-2,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,640
$-3,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Norfolk, VA

Percentile Norfolk
10th Percentile $34,560
25th Percentile $42,240
Median (50th) $53,760
75th Percentile $69,120
90th Percentile $84,480

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Virginia Cities

Arlington, VA
$73,920
Pop. 238,643
Virginia Beach, VA
$57,120
Pop. 449,974
Richmond, VA
$56,000
Pop. 226,610
Chesapeake, VA
$54,880
Pop. 249,422

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Norfolk

Education

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