TCS -- Tuscaloosa City Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 700 teachers are employed at Tuscaloosa City Schools. The Tuscaloosa City Schools school district salary information presented below are obtained from several government agencies as listed under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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TCS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists average salary and ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Tuscaloosa local area. 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 | $23,240 | $18,260-$29,910 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $52,990 | $46,230 - $60,740 |
| Middle School Teacher | $52,970 | $46,710 - $62,420 |
| High School Teacher | $55,410 | $47,880 - $62,940 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tuscaloosa, 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 and ranges for special education teachers are employed by TCS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $53,490 | $46,940 - $58,100 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tuscaloosa, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Tuscaloosa area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $87,370 | $66,220 - $100,120 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $64,630 | $46,190 - $75,520 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tuscaloosa, 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 Tuscaloosa City Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,660 | $16,940 |
| Administrators | $17,026 | $18,117 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Tuscaloosa City Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Tuscaloosa City Schools. 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 Tuscaloosa City Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 727 | 791 | 716 |
| Preschool Teachers | 27 | 32 | 29 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 74 | 81 | 84 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 332 | 381 | 420 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 294 | 297 | 183 |
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 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 16 | - | 35 |
| Teaching Assistants | 102 | - | 104 |
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 Tuscaloosa City Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | - | 102 | |
| District Administrators | 19 | - | 18 |
| District Support Staff | 32 | - | 21 |
| School Administrators | 38 | - | 54 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 24 | - | 27 |
| Librarians | 22 | - | 22 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | - | 10 |
| Guidance Counselors | 31 | - | 31 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 21 | - | 20 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 9 | - | 10 |
Tuscaloosa City Schools Schools
We have listed the 26 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Tuscaloosa City Schools 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:
- Tuscaloosa City Schools (35 Schools)
- Pickens County School District (10 Schools)
- Bibb County School District (10 Schools)
- Greene County School District (6 Schools)
- Hale County School District (8 Schools)
Tuscaloosa City Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Cottondale
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Middle School 6314 Mary Harmon Bryant Dr Cottondale AL 35453 (205) 759-3613 |
6-8 | 37 | 562 |
| Paul W Bryant High School 6315 Mary Harmon Bryant Dr Cottondale AL 35453 (205) 759-3538 |
9-12 | 53 | 863 |
Teaching in Tuscaloosa
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Elementary School 315 Mcfarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL 35404 (205) 759-3564 |
PK-5 | 24 | 285 |
| Arcadia Elementary School 3740 Arcadia Dr Tuscaloosa AL 35404 (205) 759-3567 |
PK-5 | 26 | 326 |
| Central High School 905 15th St Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3720 |
9-12 | 47 | 661 |
| Central Primary School 1510 Dinah Washington Ave Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3570 |
PK-5 | 26 | 350 |
| Martin L King Jr Elementary School 2430 Martin L King Jr Blvd Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3619 |
PK-5 | 30 | 362 |
| Northington Elementary School 1300 21st St East Tuscaloosa AL 35404 (205) 759-3622 |
PK-5 | 27 | 387 |
| Northridge High School 2901 Northridge Rd Tuscaloosa AL 35406 (205) 759-3590 |
9-12 | 73 | 1,246 |
| Oak Hill School 3834 21st St Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3629 |
6-12 | 18 | 45 |
| Oakdale Primary School 5001 25th St Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3626 |
PK-5 | 22 | 286 |
| Rock Quarry Elementary School 2000 Rock Quarry Dr Tuscaloosa AL 35406 (205) 759-8347 |
KG-5 | 38 | 576 |
| Rock Quary Middle School 2100 Rock Quarry Dr Tuscaloosa AL 35406 (205) 759-3700 |
6-8 | 32 | 552 |
| Skyland Elementary School 408 Skyland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL 35405 (205) 759-3638 |
PK-5 | 29 | 376 |
| Southview Elementary School 2601 Southview Dr Tuscaloosa AL 35405 (205) 759-3655 |
PK-5 | 36 | 504 |
| Southview Middle School 2605 Southview Dr Tuscaloosa AL 35405 (205) 759-3653 |
6-8 | 27 | 442 |
| Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Elementary 315 Mcfarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL 35404 (205) 759-3655 |
KG-5 | 18 | 279 |
| Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Middle 315 Mcfarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL 35404 (205) 759-3653 |
6-8 | 10 | 141 |
| University Place Middle School 2010 First Ave Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3664 |
6-8 | 11 | 144 |
| University Place Montessori School 2000 First Ave Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3664 |
PK-5 | 32 | 421 |
| Verner Elementary School 2701 Northridge Rd Tuscaloosa AL 35406 (205) 759-3667 |
KG-5 | 37 | 593 |
| Westlawn Middle School 1715 Martin L King Jr Blvd Tuscaloosa AL 35401 (205) 759-3673 |
6-8 | 29 | 444 |
| Woodland Forrest Elementary School 6001 East Hargrove Rd Tuscaloosa AL 35405 (205) 759-3675 |
PK-5 | 31 | 388 |