VBSD -- Van Buren School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Van Buren School District oversees 9 schools with just over 400 teachers and instructors. The tables below display administration and teacher salaries at Van Buren School District. The data is taken from a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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VBSD Teacher Salary Details
The following table lists average salary and ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Fort Smith 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 | $36,220 | $22,930-$50,510 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $52,310 | $41,340 - $65,200 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $52,580 | $39,640 - $65,640 |
| Middle School Teacher | $52,060 | $40,550 - $64,300 |
| High School Teacher | $56,740 | $40,610 - $77,220 |
| PE Teacher | $43,020 | $25,250 - $66,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Smith, 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 average salary and ranges for special education teachers are employed by VBSD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $56,310 | $41,200 - $66,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Smith, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Fort Smith area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $41,740 | $25,570-$63,440 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $86,840 | $65,330 - $102,590 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,080 | $31,110 - $84,210 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Smith, 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 Van Buren School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Arkansas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,109 | $11,818 |
| Administrators | $10,722 | $8,712 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Van Buren School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Van Buren School District. 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 Van Buren School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 379 | 385 | 413 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 28 | 27 | 27 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 158 | 155 | 176 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 166 | 181 | 185 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 27 | 20 | 22 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 78 | 78 | 80 |
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 Van Buren School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 333 | 333 | 281 |
| District Support Staff | 31 | 33 | 25 |
| School Administrators | 22 | 19 | 20 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 45 | 66 | 29 |
| Student Support Staff | 95 | 88 | 79 |
| Other Support Staff | 121 | 121 | 124 |
| Librarians | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Guidance Counselors | 15 | 17 | 15 |
Van Buren School District Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Van Buren School District operates 9 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:
- Alma School District (4 Schools)
- Cedarville School District (3 Schools)
- Fort Smith School District (26 Schools)
- Lavaca School District (3 Schools)
- Mountainburg School District (3 Schools)
Van Buren School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfield Trail Junior High School 310 North 11th St Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-6838 |
6-8 | 55 | 686 |
| City Heights Elementary School 301 Mt Vista Ave Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-6918 |
KG-5 | 24 | 356 |
| J. J. Izard Elementary School 501 North 24th St Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-3150 |
KG-5 | 33 | 393 |
| James R. Tate Elementary School 406 Catcher Rd Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 471-3130 |
PK-5 | 29 | 419 |
| King Elementary School 400 North 19th St Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-2661 |
PK-5 | 33 | 553 |
| Northridge Middle School 120 Northridge Dr Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 471-3126 |
6-8 | 48 | 705 |
| Parkview Elementary School 605 Parkview St Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-8730 |
KG-5 | 31 | 493 |
| Rena Elementary School 720 Rena Rd Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 471-3190 |
KG-5 | 31 | 521 |
| Van Buren High School 2001 Pointer Trail Van Buren AR 72956 (479) 474-6821 |
9-12 | 131 | 1,816 |