Berrien Springs Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 100 teachers and instructors are employed at Berrien Springs Public Schools District. The Berrien Springs Public Schools District district's salary figures provided in the following tables are obtained from several government agencies as noted below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Berrien Springs Public Schools District Teacher Salary Details
This table lists the average salary for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Niles-Benton Harbor 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 | $36,250 | $29,580-$45,810 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,030 | $46,950 - $84,230 |
| Middle School Teacher | $69,990 | $47,400 - $91,360 |
| High School Teacher | $67,830 | $47,620 - $92,040 |
| PE Teacher | $49,060 | $25,960 - $83,060 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Niles-Benton Harbor, 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 Berrien Springs Public Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,040 | $47,680 - $92,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Niles-Benton Harbor, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Niles-Benton Harbor area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $99,500 | $76,930 - $126,630 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,620 | $37,690 - $79,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Niles-Benton Harbor, 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 Berrien Springs Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $25,905 | $27,288 |
| Administrators | $17,309 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Berrien Springs Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Berrien Springs Public Schools 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 Berrien Springs Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 114 | 112 | 115 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 32 | 30 | 28 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 53 | 53 | 48 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 25 | 22 | 31 |
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 | 32 | 29 | 28 |
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 Berrien Springs Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 93 | 93 | 94 |
| School Administrators | 6 | 11 | 10 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 14 | 15 | 15 |
| Student Support Staff | 7 | 11 | 15 |
| Other Support Staff | 45 | 53 | 48 |
Berrien Springs Public Schools District Schools
We have listed the 16 schools and their contact information, which is operated by Berrien Springs Public Schools District 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:
- Eau Claire Public Schools District (3 Schools)
- Buchanan Community Schools District (4 Schools)
- Lakeshore School District (berrien) (5 Schools)
- Niles Community School District (14 Schools)
- Bridgman Public Schools District (3 Schools)
Berrien Springs Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Battle Creek
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Battle Creek Hs 35 Hamblin Ave Battle Creek MI 49017 (269) 965-6486 | 9-12 | 2 | 223 |
| West Michigan Virtual - Battle Creek Ms 238 West Michigan Ave Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 441-0012 | 6-8 | 2 | 25 |
Teaching in Berrien Springs
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berrien County Truancy Academy 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-2891 | 6-12 | 1 | 16 |
| Berrien Springs Alternative Education Center School 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-2593 | 6-12 | 1 | 105 |
| Berrien Springs High School 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-1748 | 9-12 | 25 | 519 |
| Berrien Springs Middle School 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-2796 | 6-8 | 23 | 439 |
| Berrien Springs Virtual Academy 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 473-0500 | 1-12 | 4 | 30 |
| Mars Elementary School 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-1836 | PK-2 | 18 | 387 |
| Sylvester Elementary School 1 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs MI 49103 (269) 471-7198 | 3-5 | 23 | 381 |
Teaching in Edmore
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Edmore/Montabella/Vestabur 1104 East Main St Edmore MI 48829 (616) 232-3322 | 9-12 | 2 | 34 |
Teaching in Greenville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Greenville 8153 Satterlee Rd Greenville MI 48838 (616) 712-6227 | 9-12 | 2 | 94 |
Teaching in Howard City
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Howard City/Tri County 412 East Edgerton St Howard City MI 49329 (616) 232-3322 | 9-12 | 2 | 48 |
Teaching in Stanton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Stanton/Central Montcalm 710 North State St Stanton MI 48888 (269) 283-1444 | 9-12 | 1 | 75 |
Teaching in Wells
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Virtual - Escanaba 5775 Main St Wells MI 49894 (616) 232-3322 | 9-12 | 2 | 48 |