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Special Education Teacher Salary in Auburn, Maine

The median special education teacher salary in Auburn, ME is $56,034 per year, which is 11% below the national median and 9.2% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$56,034
vs State Avg
$-5,667
vs National
$-6,926
Cost of Living
89%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Auburn by Experience

In Auburn, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $39,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,160
$-4,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,960
$-7,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,100
$-9,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Auburn, ME

Percentile Auburn
10th Percentile $37,380
25th Percentile $44,500
Median (50th) $56,034
75th Percentile $69,420
90th Percentile $85,440

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$67,997
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$66,108
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$57,923
Pop. 32,029
Lewiston, ME
$56,664
Pop. 37,121

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Auburn

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Auburn and the surrounding Maine area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentAdaptive TeachingAssessmentBehavioral ManagementCommunicationPatience

Job Outlook

Nationally, special education teacher employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Auburn may vary based on local industry and population growth.