JCPS -- Jersey City Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Over 2,000 teachers and instructors are employed at JCPS. The tables below profile faculty and teacher salaries for the entire state of New Jersey, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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New Jersey Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table lists average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of New Jersey. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $45,750 | $28,230-$78,940 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $72,700 | $54,160 - $99,180 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,150 | $56,690 - $100,060 |
| Middle School Teacher | $77,260 | $59,420 - $101,900 |
| High School Teacher | $79,460 | $60,150 - $103,490 |
| PE Teacher | $82,860 | $34,470 - $119,220 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Jersey, 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 New Jersey.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $45,750 | $28,230-$78,940 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $73,640 | $58,250 - $98,010 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Jersey, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of New Jersey below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $89,350 | $45,720-$165,690 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $136,650 | $100,070 - $170,870 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $76,580 | $51,570 - $105,150 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Jersey, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Jersey City Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by JCPS. 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 JCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,601 | 2,561 | 2,400 |
| Preschool Teachers | 181 | 194 | 202 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 948 | 1,127 | 1,090 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 761 | 642 | 683 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 614 | 598 | 416 |
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 | 69 | 72 | 93 |
| Teaching Assistants | 752 | 706 | 661 |
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 JCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,252 | 1,252 | 259 |
| District Support Staff | 147 | 148 | 289 |
| Guidance Counselors | 82 | 78 | 73 |
| Other School Counselors | - | 78 | 73 |
JCPS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, JCPS has 38 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Bayonne Board of Education (12 Schools)
- Hoboken City School District (5 Schools)
- Harrison Town School District (4 Schools)
- Kearny School District (7 Schools)
- Newark Public Schools (73 Schools)
Jersey City Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander D Sullivan 30 School 171 Seaview Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6530 |
PK-5 | 66 | 793 |
| Alfred E Zampella No 27 School 201 North St Jersey City NJ 07307 (201) 714-4350 |
PK-8 | 79 | 1,059 |
| Anthony J Infante No 31 School 3055 Kennedy Blvd Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 714-4370 |
PK-3 | 32 | 220 |
| Cornelia F Bradford 16 School 96 Sussex St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 915-6450 |
PK-5 | 29 | 344 |
| Dr Charles P Defuccio 39 School 214 Plainfield Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 915-6560 |
PK-8 | 39 | 416 |
| Dr Ronald Mc Nair Academy High School 123 Coles St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 418-7617 |
9-12 | 50 | 707 |
| Ezra L Nolan 40 School 88 Gates Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6570 |
6-8 | 29 | 272 |
| Frank R Conwell #3 School 111 Bright St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 915-6100 |
PK-5 | 52 | 616 |
| Fred W. Martin #41 School 59 Wilkinson Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6590 |
PK-8 | 35 | 384 |
| Heights Middle School 222 Laidlaw Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 714-8340 |
6-8 | 75 | 918 |
| Henry Snyder School 239 Bergen Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6600 |
9-12 | 82 | 938 |
| Infinity Institute 193 Old Bergen Rd Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-1404 |
6-12 | 26 | 263 |
| James F Murray 38 School 339 Stegman Parkway Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6620 |
PK-8 | 69 | 897 |
| James J Ferris School 35 Colgate St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 915-6660 |
9-12 | 128 | 1,265 |
| Joseph H Brensinger 17 School 600 Bergen Ave Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6120 |
PK-8 | 101 | 1,252 |
| Jotham W Wakeman 6 School 100 St Pauls Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 714-4310 |
PK-5 | 68 | 834 |
| Julia A. Barnes #12 School 91 Astor Place Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6420 |
PK-8 | 41 | 338 |
| Liberty High School 299 Sip Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 714-4373 |
9-12 | 23 | 214 |
| Lincoln School 60 Crescent Ave Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6700 |
9-12 | 78 | 873 |
| Martin L King Jr #11 School 886 Bergen Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 915-6521 |
PK-8 | 64 | 814 |
| N J Regional Day-Jersey City School 425 Johnston Ave Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6165 |
1-12 | 16 | 108 |
| Nicolas Copernicus Num 25 School 3385 Kennedy Blvd Jersey City NJ 07307 (201) 714-4340 |
PK-5 | 63 | 832 |
| Number 14 School 153 Union St Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6430 |
PK-7 | 52 | 563 |
| Number 20 School 160 Danforth Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6470 |
PK-5 | 44 | 639 |
| Number 22 School 264 Van Horne St Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6480 |
PK-5 | 64 | 735 |
| Number 23 School 143 Romaine Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 915-6490 |
PK-8 | 121 | 1,465 |
| Number 24 School 220 Virginia Ave Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6510 |
KG-8 | 71 | 891 |
| Number 28 School 167 Hancock Ave Jersey City NJ 07307 (201) 714-4360 |
PK-8 | 74 | 997 |
| Number 29 School 123 Claremont Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6520 |
PK-5 | 29 | 402 |
| Number 3 Middle School 107 Bright St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 946-5740 |
6-8 | 61 | 840 |
| Number 33 School 362 Union St Jersey City NJ 07304 (201) 915-6540 |
PK-4 | 32 | 398 |
| Number 34 School 1830 Kennedy Blvd Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6550 |
PK-8 | 52 | 597 |
| Number 5 School 182 Merseles St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 714-4300 |
PK-8 | 58 | 629 |
| Number 8 School 96 Franklin St Jersey City NJ 07307 (201) 714-4320 |
PK-5 | 69 | 815 |
| Rafael De J Cordero No 37 School 158 Erie St Jersey City NJ 07302 (201) 714-4390 |
PK-8 | 66 | 799 |
| The Academy I 209 Bergen Ave Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6500 |
6-8 | 38 | 461 |
| Whitney M Young Primary School 135 Stegman St Jersey City NJ 07305 (201) 915-6440 |
PK-7 | 75 | 861 |
| William L Dickinson School 2 Palisade Ave Jersey City NJ 07306 (201) 714-4400 |
9-12 | 164 | 2,122 |