BCSS -- Barrow County Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 900 teachers and support staff and 10,000 students that are enrolled at the 16 schools managed by BCSS. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries at BCSS. The data has been 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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BCSS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta 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 | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $66,350 | $47,670 - $97,810 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,530 | $48,500 - $94,240 |
| Middle School Teacher | $72,260 | $48,320 - $99,080 |
| High School Teacher | $71,230 | $46,750 - $100,290 |
| PE Teacher | $53,650 | $20,470 - $91,050 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 ranges for special education teachers that work for BCSS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $71,990 | $50,260 - $101,040 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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, counselors, and librarians for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $64,550 | $38,380-$98,280 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $103,270 | $78,690 - $129,360 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $65,960 | $38,730 - $100,010 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 BCSS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,576 | $16,684 |
| Administrators | $13,266 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Barrow County Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by BCSS. 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 BCSS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 857 | 842 | 868 |
| Preschool Teachers | 19 | 25 | 19 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 68 | 59 | 70 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 338 | 332 | 354 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 310 | 303 | 305 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 124 | 123 | 119 |
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 | 217 | 216 | 198 |
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 BCSS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 380 | 380 | 384 |
| District Administrators | 12 | 11 | 11 |
| District Support Staff | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| School Administrators | 41 | 39 | 41 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 61 | 61 | 63 |
| Student Support Staff | 39 | 39 | 40 |
| Other Support Staff | 297 | 219 | 218 |
| Librarians | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| Guidance Counselors | 19 | 18 | 20 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 11 | 10 | 11 |
BCSS Schools
We have listed the 16 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by BCSS 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:
- Jackson County School System (13 Schools)
- Walton County School District (15 Schools)
- Jefferson City School District (4 Schools)
- Clarke County School District (21 Schools)
- Buford City School District (4 Schools)
Barrow County Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Auburn
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Elementary School 1334 6th Ave Auburn GA 30011 (770) 963-7887 |
PK-5 | 55 | 772 |
| Bramlett Elementary School 622 Freeman Brock Rd Auburn GA 30011 (770) 307-1627 |
PK-5 | 48 | 710 |
Teaching in Bethlehem
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| College and Career Preparatory Academy 54 Star St West Bethlehem GA 30620 (770) 868-1072 |
9-12 | 13 | 176 |
| New Bethlehem Elementary School 47 Mcelhannon Rd Sw Bethlehem GA 30620 (770) 867-2238 |
PK-5 | 54 | 845 |
Teaching in Statham
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statham Elementary School 1970 Broad St Statham GA 30666 (770) 725-7112 |
PK-5 | 61 | 896 |
| Winder-Barrow Middle School 228 Jefferson St Statham GA 30666 (770) 867-2116 |
6-8 | 45 | 738 |
Teaching in Winder
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apalachee High School 940 Haymon Morris Rd Winder GA 30680 (770) 586-5111 |
9-12 | 105 | 1,624 |
| Haymon-Morris Middle School 1008 Haymon Morris Rd Winder GA 30680 (678) 963-0602 |
6-8 | 42 | 714 |
| Holsenbeck Elementary School 445 Holsenbeck School Rd Winder GA 30680 (770) 307-1540 |
PK-5 | 65 | 952 |
| Kennedy Elementary School 200 Matthews School Rd Winder GA 30680 (770) 867-3182 |
PK-5 | 56 | 806 |
| New County Line Elementary School 334 Rockwell Church Rd Nw Winder GA 30680 (770) 867-2902 |
PK-5 | 63 | 925 |
| Russell Middle School 84 West Midland Ave Winder GA 30680 (770) 867-8181 |
6-8 | 49 | 761 |
| Westside Middle School 240 Matthews School Rd Winder GA 30680 (770) 307-2972 |
6-8 | 45 | 686 |
| Winder-Barrow High School 272 North 5th Ave Winder GA 30680 (770) 867-4519 |
9-12 | 113 | 1,795 |
| Yargo Elementary School 1000 Haymon Morris Rd Winder GA 30680 (770) 867-1147 |
PK-5 | 50 | 765 |