Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors earn a median $61,540 a year nationally. Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
What adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors do
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
- Typical education
- Bachelor's degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- -13.9% (declining)
- Openings per year
- 3,800
- Self-employed
- 5%
Employment of adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors is projected to shrink 13.9% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 3,800 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$5,205
- Social Security (6.2%)$3,815
- Medicare (1.45%)$892
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$51,627
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $41,810 | $20.10 | $35,774 |
| 25th percentile | $49,100 | $23.61 | $41,632 |
| Median (50th) | $61,540 | $29.59 | $51,627 |
| 75th percentile | $77,690 | $37.35 | $63,485 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $98,030 | $47.13 | $77,794 |
Best cities for adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $83,980 | $63,972 | $56,832 | 2,750 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $83,980
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $102,030 | +5.2% | $74,023 | $55,930 – $131,510 | 1,660 |
| New Jersey | $81,100 | +6.9% | $62,908 | $41,030 – $104,410 | 1,350 |
| Delaware | $78,600 | +6.1% | $60,279 | $49,360 – $104,630 | 200 |
| New York | $78,010 | +3.9% | $60,094 | $48,930 – $128,900 | 2,810 |
| Minnesota | $76,800 | +11.7% | $59,160 | $50,430 – $100,280 | 2,880 |
| Connecticut | $72,180 | +4.5% | $57,214 | $39,680 – $99,470 | 410 |
| Washington | $69,990 | +3.3% | $58,068 | $48,930 – $98,940 | 1,310 |
| Louisiana | $66,870 | +6.0% | $54,253 | $42,860 – $83,250 | 100 |
| Oregon | $65,700 | +4.1% | $50,051 | $43,330 – $116,910 | 510 |
| West Virginia | $65,050 | +12.7% | $52,247 | $47,840 – $70,790 | 250 |
| Wisconsin | $64,980 | +6.2% | $52,313 | $44,250 – $96,060 | 1,050 |
| Virginia | $64,540 | +3.4% | $51,141 | $47,570 – $104,190 | 700 |
| New Hampshire | $64,440 | +8.9% | $53,958 | $52,980 – $72,480 | 50 |
| North Dakota | $63,820 | +1.7% | $53,459 | $47,310 – $85,510 | 180 |
| District of Columbia | $62,940 | −19.9% | $50,108 | $48,670 – $102,810 | 570 |
| South Carolina | $62,940 | +3.1% | $50,133 | $41,600 – $79,380 | 480 |
| Vermont | $62,500 | +31.1% | $50,734 | $42,220 – $94,820 | 70 |
| Illinois | $62,370 | +4.1% | $49,352 | $47,330 – $98,470 | 1,970 |
| Massachusetts | $62,290 | +3.9% | $49,336 | $48,490 – $98,890 | 1,420 |
| Arizona | $61,750 | +2.5% | $50,461 | $32,570 – $91,670 | 570 |
| Tennessee | $60,340 | +9.2% | $50,663 | $48,960 – $97,920 | 240 |
| Maryland | $59,950 | −2.4% | $47,866 | $43,140 – $65,540 | 450 |
| Michigan | $59,900 | +1.1% | $48,015 | $39,600 – $78,420 | 560 |
| Florida | $58,920 | +11.4% | $49,522 | $47,430 – $77,310 | 3,670 |
| Maine | $58,880 | +0.1% | $46,697 | $54,840 – $76,580 | 330 |
| Indiana | $58,660 | +2.8% | $47,612 | $41,880 – $78,760 | 650 |
| Rhode Island | $57,690 | +4.3% | $46,987 | $49,310 – $79,660 | — |
| Pennsylvania | $57,230 | +12.7% | $46,407 | $42,990 – $86,320 | 790 |
| Montana | $56,500 | +1.4% | $45,679 | $47,760 – $77,900 | 110 |
| Wyoming | $52,060 | +3.3% | $44,010 | $46,190 – $62,050 | 100 |
| Kansas | $52,030 | +11.7% | $41,883 | $39,290 – $64,080 | 160 |
| Oklahoma | $51,840 | +4.2% | $42,046 | $39,050 – $71,910 | 300 |
| North Carolina | $51,810 | −0.8% | $42,251 | $40,440 – $72,130 | 3,720 |
| Missouri | $51,770 | −26.1% | $42,281 | $37,720 – $80,840 | 620 |
| Colorado | $51,170 | −20.1% | $41,752 | $40,030 – $79,200 | 820 |
| Idaho | $50,040 | −18.1% | $40,843 | $43,740 – $77,260 | 270 |
| Mississippi | $49,900 | −1.1% | $41,011 | $38,020 – $67,360 | 240 |
| Utah | $49,680 | +1.3% | $40,828 | $48,140 – $60,690 | 60 |
| Texas | $49,490 | −2.6% | $41,945 | $38,640 – $63,790 | 1,830 |
| New Mexico | $49,170 | −8.9% | $40,541 | $42,070 – $83,490 | 210 |
| Nebraska | $49,040 | +3.9% | $40,232 | $28,080 – $85,680 | 130 |
| Nevada | $48,930 | +7.4% | $41,495 | $45,300 – $69,750 | 40 |
| Alabama | $48,870 | +0.2% | $39,269 | $37,770 – $63,410 | 470 |
| Iowa | $48,010 | +19.3% | $39,583 | $37,110 – $64,710 | 370 |
| Georgia | $47,540 | +3.9% | $38,534 | $34,460 – $58,880 | 470 |
| Ohio | $47,190 | −24.7% | $39,582 | $36,670 – $76,460 | 750 |
| Kentucky | $44,990 | +13.7% | $36,872 | $38,790 – $61,360 | 350 |
| Hawaii | $44,600 | −2.4% | $36,121 | $38,390 – $68,270 | 300 |
| Arkansas | $43,240 | −9.5% | $35,450 | $30,250 – $66,870 | 230 |
| South Dakota | $35,760 | +1.9% | $30,913 | $34,950 – $63,270 | 100 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $66,140 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Self-Enrichment Teacher | $46,800 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Tutor | $43,350 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $41,670 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $62,680 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Farm and Home Management Educator | $60,220 | Master's degree | -3.2% |
| Curator | $63,420 | Master's degree | +4.9% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $63,820 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $63,970 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $64,370 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors make?
The national median salary for adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors is $61,540 a year ($29.59 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,810 and the top 10% earn over $98,030. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors the most?
California has the highest median pay at $102,030. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors are there in the U.S.?
About 37,310 people work as adult basic education, adult secondary education, and english as a second language instructors nationwide.