Independence Public School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 900 teachers and instructors are employed at Independence Public School District. The Independence Public School District teacher and administration salary details presented in the tables below are taken from several government and organizational agencies as listed below the salary tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Independence Public School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kansas City and surrounding areas. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels. For example, a teacher with a master's in education may have higher salary than an entry level teacher.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,570 | $44,390 - $74,190 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,720 | $40,150 - $77,320 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,220 | $44,290 - $77,430 |
| High School Teacher | $59,650 | $40,450 - $79,270 |
| PE Teacher | $48,340 | $19,250 - $81,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
Special Education Teacher Salary
The table below lists salary ranges for special education teachers are employed by Independence Public School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,330 | $41,650 - $78,560 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Kansas City area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,730 | $37,110-$68,360 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $101,650 | $66,440 - $132,120 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,650 | $36,710 - $77,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Employee and Teacher Benefits (Estimated)
The estimated value of administrator and teacher benefits provided by Independence Public School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,270 | $12,924 |
| Administrators | $30,960 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Independence Public School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Independence Public School District. This information is obtained through a self reported survey provided by the NCES Universe Survey.
Total Number of Teachers Employed
Total number of teachers employed by Independence Public School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 842 | 863 | 873 |
| Preschool Teachers | 15 | 15 | 16 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 58 | 63 | 63 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 363 | 365 | 369 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 407 | 420 | 425 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Instructional Supervisors, Coordinators, and Teaching Assistants
Total number of instructional supervisors, coordinators, and teaching assistant jobs are listed in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 14 | 17 | 19 |
| Teaching Assistants | 7 | 132 | 146 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
District and School Administrators and Support Staff
Total number of school administrators and support staff that work for Independence Public School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,042 | 1,042 | 185 |
| District Support Staff | 127 | 127 | 144 |
| School Administrators | 49 | 50 | 50 |
| Librarians | 22 | 23 | 23 |
| Guidance Counselors | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Independence Public School District Schools
We have listed the 30 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Independence Public School District in the list below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Raytown Quality Schools (19 Schools)
- Kansas City Public Schools (34 Schools)
- Fort Osage R-1 School District (12 Schools)
- North Kansas City Schools (32 Schools)
- Blue Springs R-IV School District (22 Schools)
Independence Public School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Independence
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bingham Middle School 1716 South Speck Rd Independence MO 64057 (816) 521-5490 |
6-8 | 40 | 660 |
| Blackburn Elementary School 17302 East R D Mize Rd Independence MO 64057 (816) 521-5395 |
PK-5 | 27 | 490 |
| Bridger Middle School 18200 East M78 Hwy Independence MO 64057 (816) 521-5375 |
6-8 | 50 | 907 |
| Bryant Elementary School 827 West College Independence MO 64050 (816) 521-5400 |
PK-5 | 15 | 269 |
| Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School 2800 South Hardy Ave Independence MO 64052 (816) 521-5380 |
6-8 | 46 | 761 |
| Fairmount Elementary School 120 North Cedar Ave Independence MO 64053 (816) 521-5405 |
PK-5 | 21 | 373 |
| Glendale Elementary School 2611 South Lee's Summit Rd Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5510 |
PK-5 | 26 | 482 |
| Hanthorn School 1511 Kings Hwy Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5485 |
PK-PK | 13 | 319 |
| John W. Luff Elementary School 3700 South Delaware Ave Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5415 |
PK-5 | 23 | 426 |
| Korte Elementary School 2437 South Hardy Ave 2431 Independence MO 64052 (816) 521-5430 |
PK-5 | 33 | 606 |
| Little Blue Elem. 2020 Quail Dr Independence MO 64057 (816) 521-5480 |
PK-5 | 17 | 230 |
| Mill Creek Elementary School 2601 North Liberty St Independence MO 64050 (816) 521-5420 |
PK-5 | 18 | 298 |
| Ott Elementary School 1525 North Noland Rd Independence MO 64050 (816) 521-5435 |
PK-5 | 23 | 448 |
| Pioneer Ridge Middle School 1656 South Speck Rd Independence MO 64057 (816) 521-5385 |
6-8 | 44 | 825 |
| Procter Elementary School 1403 West Linden Ave Independence MO 64052 (816) 521-5440 |
PK-5 | 16 | 254 |
| Randall Elementary School 509 Jennings Rd Independence MO 64056 (816) 521-5445 |
PK-5 | 17 | 316 |
| Santa Fe Trail Elementary School 1301 South Windsor St Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5450 |
PK-5 | 26 | 392 |
| Spring Branch Elementary School 20404 East Truman Rd Independence MO 64056 (816) 521-5455 |
PK-5 | 20 | 257 |
| Sycamore Hills Elementary School 15208 East 39th St South Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5465 |
PK-5 | 28 | 464 |
| Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School 429 South Leslie Independence MO 64050 (816) 521-5390 |
PK-5 | 28 | 421 |
| Three Trails Elementary School 11801 East 32nd St South Independence MO 64052 (816) 521-5470 |
PK-5 | 25 | 420 |
| Truman High School 3301 South Noland Rd Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5350 |
9-12 | 93 | 1,630 |
| William Chrisman High School 1223 North Noland Rd Independence MO 64050 (816) 521-5355 |
9-12 | 89 | 1,461 |
| William Southern Elementary School 4300 South Phelps Rd Independence MO 64055 (816) 521-5475 |
PK-5 | 32 | 550 |
Teaching in Independnce
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Horn High School 1109 South Arlington Ave Independnce MO 64053 (816) 521-5360 |
9-12 | 53 | 896 |
Teaching in Sugar Creek
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Mallinson 709 North Forest Ave Sugar Creek MO 64054 (816) 521-5530 |
2-5 | 18 | 312 |
| Sugar Creek Elementary School 11424 Gill St Sugar Creek MO 64054 (816) 521-5460 |
PK-1 | 11 | 183 |