CUSD -- Capistrano Unified School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 2,000 teachers and support staff and 50,000 students enrolled at the 63 schools managed by Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD). The tables below detail administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of California, due to more localized data not being available. The data is taken from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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California Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details average salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of California. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels, for example teachers with master's in education degrees may get a higher salary.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $94,310 | $53,300 - $122,910 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $90,470 | $57,530 - $128,690 |
| Middle School Teacher | $93,000 | $60,810 - $125,480 |
| High School Teacher | $92,960 | $60,640 - $128,680 |
| PE Teacher | $62,390 | $31,160 - $98,470 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of California, 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 details average salary ranges for special education teachers in California.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $86,440 | $50,840 - $125,080 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of California, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff for the state of California below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $134,520 | $92,420 - $170,620 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $81,100 | $47,420 - $130,020 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of California, 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 Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | California | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $28,503 | $23,829 |
| Administrators | $23,715 | $20,024 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Capistrano Unified School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD). 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 Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,003 | 1,920 | 1,871 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 136 | 128 | 135 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,147 | 1,093 | 1,127 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 660 | 637 | 600 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 61 | 63 | 9 |
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 | 39 | 37 | 49 |
| Teaching Assistants | 415 | 408 | 333 |
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 Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,294 | 1,294 | 1,256 |
| District Administrators | 16 | 10 | 15 |
| District Support Staff | 72 | 76 | 70 |
| School Administrators | 142 | 140 | 122 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 188 | 189 | 187 |
| Student Support Staff | 112 | 119 | 143 |
| Other Support Staff | 808 | 761 | 720 |
| Guidance Counselors | 15 | 15 | 23 |
Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) operates 63 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Laguna Beach Unified School District (4 Schools)
- Saddleback Valley Unified School District (35 Schools)
- Irvine Unified School District (36 Schools)
- Newport-Mesa Unified School District (31 Schools)
- Tustin Unified School District (29 Schools)
Capistrano Unified School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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- Aliso Viejo (10)
- Capistrano Beach (1)
- Coto De Caza (1)
- Dana Point (4)
- Ladera Ranch (4)
- Laguna Niguel (8)
- Las Flores (1)
- Los Flores (1)
- Mission Viejo (9)
- Rancho Santa Margarita (4)
- San Clemente (10)
- San Juan Capistrano (10)
Teaching in Aliso Viejo
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aliso Niguel High School 28000 Wolverine Way Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 831-5590 |
9-12 | 102 | 3,029 |
| Aliso Viejo Middle School 111 Park Ave Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 831-2622 |
6-8 | 39 | 1,066 |
| Canyon Vista Elementary School 27800 Oak View Dr Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 234-5941 |
KG-5 | 23 | 735 |
| Capistrano Connections Academy 26800 Aliso Viejo Parkway Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 461-1667 |
KG-12 | 69 | 2,106 |
| Community Roots Academy 23431 Knollwood P31 Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 831-4272 |
KG-8 | 22 | 400 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary School 26278 Wood Canyon Dr Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 349-9452 |
KG-5 | 25 | 810 |
| Don Juan Avila Middle School 26278 Wood Canyon Dr Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 362-0348 |
6-8 | 44 | 1,206 |
| Journey School 27102 Foxborough Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 448-7232 |
KG-8 | 14 | 358 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School 22705 Sanborn Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 360-9001 |
KG-5 | 25 | 761 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary School 23431 Knollwood Aliso Viejo CA 92656 (949) 448-0012 |
KG-5 | 17 | 464 |
Teaching in Capistrano Beach
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palisades Elementary School 26462 Via Sacramento Capistrano Beach CA 92624 (949) 496-5942 |
KG-5 | 18 | 510 |
Teaching in Coto De Caza
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagon Wheel Elementary School 30912 Bridle Path Coto De Caza CA 92679 (949) 589-1953 |
KG-5 | 19 | 608 |
Teaching in Dana Point
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Hills High School 33333 Golden Lantern Dana Point CA 92629 (949) 496-6666 |
9-12 | 97 | 2,734 |
| Opportunities for Learning School 33621 Del Obispo St Dana Point CA 92629 (949) 248-1282 |
KG-12 | 15 | 98 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary School 24242 La Cresta Dr Dana Point CA 92629 (949) 496-5784 |
KG-5 | 11 | 335 |
| Richard Henry Dana Exceptional Needs School 24242 La Cresta Dr Dana Point CA 92629 (949) 234-5505 |
KG-6 | 5 | 46 |
Teaching in Ladera Ranch
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaparral Elementary School 29001 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch CA 92694 (949) 234-5349 |
KG-5 | 28 | 903 |
| Ladera Ranch Elementary School 29551 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch CA 92694 (949) 234-5915 |
KG-5 | 28 | 914 |
| Ladera Ranch Middle School 29551 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch CA 92694 (949) 234-5922 |
6-8 | 50 | 1,364 |
| Oso Grande Elementary School 30251 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch CA 92694 (949) 234-5966 |
KG-5 | 36 | 1,154 |
Teaching in Laguna Niguel
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Valley Elementary School 29292 Crown Valley Parkway Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 495-5115 |
KG-5 | 12 | 329 |
| George White Elementary School 25422 Chapparosa Park Dr Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 249-3875 |
KG-5 | 21 | 670 |
| Hidden Hills Elementary School 25142 Hidden Hills Rd Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 495-0050 |
KG-5 | 13 | 425 |
| John Malcom Elementary School 32261 Charles Ave Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 248-0542 |
KG-5 | 23 | 738 |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary School 27922 Niguel Heights Blvd Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 234-5308 |
KG-5 | 17 | 553 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary School 25302 Rancho Niguel Rd Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 643-1540 |
KG-5 | 22 | 601 |
| Moulton Elementary School 29851 Highlands Ave Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 234-5980 |
KG-5 | 20 | 639 |
| Niguel Hills Middle School 29070 Paseo Escuela Laguna Niguel CA 92677 (949) 234-5360 |
6-8 | 50 | 1,253 |
Teaching in Las Flores
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesoro High School 1 Tesoro Creek Rd Las Flores CA 92688 (949) 234-5310 |
9-12 | 83 | 2,345 |
Teaching in Los Flores
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Flores Middle School 25862 Antonio Parkway Los Flores CA 92688 (949) 589-6543 |
6-8 | 40 | 1,071 |
Teaching in Mission Viejo
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathgate Elementary School 27642 Napoli Way Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 348-0451 |
KG-5 | 24 | 727 |
| Capistrano Valley High School 26301 Via Escolar Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 364-6100 |
9-12 | 86 | 2,441 |
| Carl H. Hankey Elementary School 27252 Nubles St Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 234-5315 |
KG-5 | 13 | 407 |
| Carl Hankey Middle School 27252 Nubles Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 234-5315 |
6-8 | 12 | 252 |
| Castille Elementary School 24042 Via La Coruna Mission Viejo CA 92691 (949) 234-5976 |
KG-5 | 21 | 642 |
| Newhart Middle School 25001 Veterans Way Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 855-0162 |
6-8 | 49 | 1,323 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County 23000 Via Santa Maria Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 305-6111 |
KG-8 | 25 | 776 |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary / Special Education School 24171 Pavion Mission Viejo CA 92692 (949) 454-1590 |
KG-5 | 20 | 520 |
| Viejo Elementary School 26782 Via Grande Mission Viejo CA 92691 (949) 582-2424 |
KG-5 | 13 | 371 |
Teaching in Rancho Santa Margarita
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Vista Elementary School 23371 Arroyo Vista Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688 (949) 234-5951 |
KG-5 | 19 | 607 |
| Arroyo Vista Middle School 23371 Arroyo Vista Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688 (949) 234-5951 |
6-8 | 16 | 407 |
| Las Flores Elementary School 25862 Antonio Parkway Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688 (949) 589-6935 |
KG-5 | 18 | 568 |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary School 23072 Avenida Empresa Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688 (949) 234-5300 |
KG-5 | 13 | 409 |
Teaching in San Clemente
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernice Ayer Middle School 1271 Sarmentoso San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 366-9607 |
6-8 | 32 | 865 |
| Clarence Lobo Elementary School 200 Avenida Vista Montana San Clemente CA 92672 (949) 366-6740 |
KG-5 | 15 | 428 |
| Concordia Elementary School 3120 Avenida Del Presidente San Clemente CA 92672 (949) 492-3060 |
KG-5 | 21 | 688 |
| Las Palmas Elementary School 1101 Calle Puente San Clemente CA 92672 (949) 234-5333 |
KG-5 | 29 | 798 |
| Marblehead Elementary School 2410 Via Turqueza San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 234-5339 |
KG-5 | 14 | 441 |
| San Clemente High School 700 Avenido Pico San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 492-4165 |
9-12 | 101 | 3,067 |
| Shorecliffs Middle School 240 Via Socorro San Clemente CA 92672 (949) 498-1660 |
6-8 | 39 | 1,039 |
| Truman Benedict Elementary School 1251 Sarmentoso San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 498-6617 |
KG-5 | 22 | 725 |
| Vista Del Mar Elementary School 1130 Ave Talega San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 234-5950 |
KG-5 | 36 | 1,176 |
| Vista Del Mar Middle School 1130 Ave Talega San Clemente CA 92673 (949) 234-5955 |
6-8 | 22 | 572 |
Teaching in San Juan Capistrano
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridges Community Day School 31576 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-5302 |
7-12 | 3 | 10 |
| California Preparatory Academy 32972 Calle Perfecto San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-5317 |
9-12 | 5 | 144 |
| Capistrano Home Outreach Option for Student Education School 32972 Calle Perfecto San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-9374 |
KG-8 | 4 | 179 |
| Del Obispo Elementary School 25591 Camino Del Avion San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-5905 |
KG-5 | 14 | 390 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary School 28001 San Juan Creek Rd San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 661-0400 |
KG-5 | 13 | 415 |
| Junipero Serra High School 31422 Camino Capistrano San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 489-7216 |
9-12 | 12 | 166 |
| Kinoshita Elementary School 2 Via Positiva San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 489-2131 |
KG-5 | 23 | 674 |
| Marco Forster Middle School 25601 Camino Del Avion San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-5907 |
6-8 | 53 | 1,352 |
| San Juan Elementary School 31642 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 493-4533 |
KG-5 | 26 | 754 |
| San Juan Hills High School 29211 Vista Montana San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 (949) 234-5900 |
9-12 | 75 | 2,236 |