Preschool Teacher Salary in California
Explore preschool teacher salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$75,277
Monthly: $6,273
Biweekly: $2,895
Entry Level
$53,622
Monthly: $4,469
Biweekly: $2,062
Senior Level
$103,119
Monthly: $8,593
Biweekly: $3,966
Job Growth
11%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $53,622 | $75,277 | $103,119 |
| Monthly | $4,469 | $6,273 | $8,593 |
| Biweekly | $2,062 | $2,895 | $3,966 |
| Weekly | $1,031 | $1,448 | $1,983 |
| Hourly | $26 | $36 | $50 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$58,810
CA Median
$75,277
Difference
+$16,467
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Educate and care for preschool-age children.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Key Skills
Child DevelopmentCurriculum PlanningChild SafetyCommunication
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