BCPS -- Burke County School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Burke County School District (BCPS) operates 6 schools with more than 300 teachers and support staff. The tables below profile school administration and teacher salaries at Burke County School District (BCPS). The data is sourced 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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BCPS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Augusta-Richmond County 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 | $31,760 | $19,240-$51,510 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $59,260 | $40,000 - $77,700 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,530 | $42,340 - $78,980 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,530 | $38,300 - $75,500 |
| High School Teacher | $60,460 | $44,610 - $79,200 |
| PE Teacher | $39,580 | $18,720 - $64,320 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 displays the average salary for special education teachers are employed by BCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,630 | $37,710 - $80,180 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 Augusta-Richmond County area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $54,950 | $35,180-$87,670 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,070 | $64,240 - $119,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $54,830 | $28,950 - $77,890 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 Burke County School District (BCPS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,294 | $16,683 |
| Administrators | $13,519 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Burke County School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Burke County School District (BCPS). 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 Burke County School District (BCPS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 325 | 345 | 337 |
| Preschool Teachers | 21 | 40 | 38 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 114 | 117 | 112 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 132 | 131 | 128 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 35 | 38 | 39 |
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 | 12 | 11 |
| Teaching Assistants | 172 | 150 | 140 |
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 Burke County School District (BCPS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 327 | 327 | 333 |
| District Administrators | 12 | 13 | 13 |
| School Administrators | 18 | 19 | 21 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 33 | 33 | 33 |
| Student Support Staff | 22 | 26 | 26 |
| Other Support Staff | 224 | 229 | 233 |
| Guidance Counselors | 13 | 12 | 12 |
Burke County School District (BCPS) Schools
We have listed the 6 schools and their contact information, which is operated by Burke County School District (BCPS) in the list 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:
- Jenkins County School District (3 Schools)
- Jefferson County School District (6 Schools)
- Richmond County School System (61 Schools)
- Screven County School District (3 Schools)
- Columbia County School System (31 Schools)
Burke County School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Sardis
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| S G a Elementary School 1265 Charles Perry Ave Sardis GA 30456 (912) 569-4322 |
PK-5 | 27 | 365 |
Teaching in Waynesboro
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burke County High School 1057 Burke Veterans Parkway Waynesboro GA 30830 (706) 554-6691 |
9-12 | 76 | 1,149 |
| Burke County Middle School 356 Southside Dr Waynesboro GA 30830 (706) 554-3532 |
6-8 | 74 | 970 |
| New Blakeney Elementary School 100 Olympic Dr Waynesboro GA 30830 (706) 554-2265 |
3-5 | 56 | 831 |
| Waynesboro Primary School 352 Southside Dr Waynesboro GA 30830 (706) 554-5125 |
PK-2 | 74 | 1,090 |