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Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$102,030
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.2% vs 2024
$97,890
Mean Salary
$102,030
Median Salary
$49.05
Hourly Rate
1,660 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California earn a median salary of $102,030 per year ($8,502/month).
This is 73.9% above the national average of $58,682.
California ranks #1 out of 50 states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay.
Approximately 1,660 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 5.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Learning Strategies
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.42
Education and Training
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.51
Administrative
3.17
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California range from $55,930 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $131,510 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $68,750 and $125,090.
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary by State
Compare Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in California?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California is $102,030 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $97,890.
What is the salary range for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California?
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California range from $55,930 at the 10th percentile to $131,510 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $68,750 and $125,090.
What is the starting salary for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California?
Entry-level Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors positions in California typically start around $55,930 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $68,750 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,660 people are employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in California is approximately $49.05 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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