DCSS -- Dougherty County School System
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 1000 educators and 20,000 students enrolled at the 27 schools managed by DCSS. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries at DCSS. The data is obtained 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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DCSS Teacher Salary Details
The following table lists average salary ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Albany 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 | $33,330 | $17,870-$57,180 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $55,850 | $42,940 - $73,420 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,440 | $38,740 - $72,440 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,000 | $40,060 - $77,130 |
| High School Teacher | $62,500 | $40,240 - $86,250 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albany, 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 ranges for special education teachers that work for DCSS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $58,260 | $40,080 - $73,210 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albany, 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 and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Albany area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $95,630 | $76,820 - $116,960 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $59,220 | $37,650 - $83,130 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albany, 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 DCSS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $17,493 | $16,684 |
| Administrators | $13,651 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Dougherty County School System Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by DCSS. 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 DCSS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,045 | 1,019 | 1,018 |
| Preschool Teachers | 17 | 14 | 12 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 68 | 68 | 65 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 398 | 388 | 405 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 437 | 424 | 423 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 126 | 124 | 113 |
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 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| Teaching Assistants | 327 | 308 | 298 |
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 DCSS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 921 | 921 | 877 |
| District Administrators | 18 | 18 | 22 |
| District Support Staff | 32 | 35 | 36 |
| School Administrators | 63 | 62 | 66 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 88 | 87 | 80 |
| Student Support Staff | 93 | 94 | 82 |
| Other Support Staff | 623 | 625 | 592 |
| Librarians | 29 | 27 | 25 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 14 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 35 | 35 | 34 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 17 | 16 | 16 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 18 | 19 | 18 |
DCSS Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, DCSS manages 27 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:
- Lee County School District (Georgia) (8 Schools)
- Worth County School District (4 Schools)
- Terrell County School District (4 Schools)
- Mitchell County School District (5 Schools)
- Calhoun County School District (3 Schools)
Dougherty County School System Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany High School 801 West Residence Ave Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3300 |
9-12 | 52 | 912 |
| Albany Middle School 1700 Cordell Ave Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3325 |
6-8 | 41 | 654 |
| Alice Coachman Elementary School 1425 West Oakridge Dr Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3488 |
PK-5 | 31 | 537 |
| Dougherty Comprehensive High School 1800 Pearce Ave Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3310 |
9-12 | 55 | 954 |
| International Studies Elementary Magnet School 2237 Cutts Dr Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3384 |
KG-5 | 30 | 433 |
| Lake Park Elementary School 605 Meadowlark Dr Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3370 |
PK-5 | 29 | 564 |
| Lamar Reese School of the Arts 1215 Lily Pond Rd Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3495 |
KG-5 | 34 | 544 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School 3125 Martin Luther King Jr Dr Albany GA 31701 (229) 438-3502 |
PK-5 | 40 | 552 |
| Merry Acres Middle School 1601 Florence Dr Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3338 |
6-8 | 52 | 898 |
| Monroe High School 900 Lippitt Dr Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3316 |
9-12 | 64 | 1,113 |
| Morningside Elementary School 120 Sunset Ln Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3387 |
PK-5 | 27 | 437 |
| New Elementary Magnet School 518 West Society Ave Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3373 |
KG-5 | 45 | 881 |
| New Jackson Heights Elementary School 1305 East 2nd Ave Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3367 |
PK-5 | 38 | 663 |
| Northside Elementary School 901 14th Ave Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3390 |
PK-5 | 28 | 447 |
| Northwest Elementary School 4529 Gillionville Rd Albany GA 31721 (229) 431-1209 |
PK-5 | 34 | 651 |
| Radium Springs Elementary School 2400 Roxanna Rd Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3395 |
PK-5 | 39 | 621 |
| Radium Springs Middle School 2600 Radium Springs Rd Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3346 |
6-8 | 44 | 735 |
| Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School 324 Lockett Station Rd Albany GA 31721 (229) 431-3362 |
6-8 | 29 | 512 |
| Sherwood Acres Elementary School 2201 Doncaster Dr Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3397 |
PK-5 | 45 | 807 |
| Southside Middle School 1615 Newton Rd Albany GA 31701 (229) 431-3351 |
6-8 | 39 | 603 |
| Turner Elementary School 2001 Leonard Ave Albany GA 31705 (229) 431-3406 |
PK-5 | 34 | 525 |
| West Town Elementary School 1113 University St Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3409 |
PK-5 | 25 | 439 |
| Westover High School 2600 Partridge Dr Albany GA 31707 (229) 431-3320 |
9-12 | 70 | 1,181 |