ESL Teacher Salary in Illinois
Explore esl teacher salaries in Illinois including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IL
$64,607
Monthly: $5,384
Biweekly: $2,485
Entry Level
$42,329
Monthly: $3,527
Biweekly: $1,628
Senior Level
$89,112
Monthly: $7,426
Biweekly: $3,427
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $42,329 | $64,607 | $89,112 |
| Monthly | $3,527 | $5,384 | $7,426 |
| Biweekly | $1,628 | $2,485 | $3,427 |
| Weekly | $814 | $1,242 | $1,714 |
| Hourly | $20 | $31 | $43 |
IL vs National Comparison
National Median
$61,530
IL Median
$64,607
Difference
+$3,077
Multiplier
1.05x
About This Career
Teach English as a Second Language to non-native speakers.
Education
Bachelor's degree in ESL or Education; TESOL certification recommended
Key Skills
Language InstructionCultural AwarenessCurriculum DevelopmentStudent Assessment
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