Collins-Maxwell Community School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Collins-Maxwell Community School District operates 2 schools with just over 40 teachers and instructors. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries at Collins-Maxwell Community School District. The data is obtained from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Collins-Maxwell Community School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below details salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Ames 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 | $34,520 | $28,500-$47,390 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,190 | $48,830 - $80,340 |
| Middle School Teacher | $64,250 | $47,580 - $80,760 |
| High School Teacher | $65,610 | $48,450 - $81,930 |
| PE Teacher | $48,380 | $20,890 - $82,130 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Ames, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Collins-Maxwell Community School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $63,790 | $48,790 - $81,280 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Ames, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the Ames area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,560 | $37,400-$67,960 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $116,010 | $78,790 - $160,490 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,690 | $50,260 - $73,510 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Ames, 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 Collins-Maxwell Community School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,428 | $14,423 |
| Administrators | $7,250 | $16,613 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Collins-Maxwell Community School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Collins-Maxwell Community 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 Collins-Maxwell Community School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 46 | 43 | 44 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 25 | 23 | 24 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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 | 14 | 12 | 11 |
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 Collins-Maxwell Community School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Other Support Staff | 13 | 13 | 13 |
Collins-Maxwell Community School District Schools
We have listed the 2 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Collins-Maxwell Community School 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:
- Nevada Community School District (3 Schools)
- Colo-Nesco Community School District (6 Schools)
- Ballard Community School District (4 Schools)
- North Polk Community School District (4 Schools)
- Baxter Community School District (2 Schools)
Collins-Maxwell Community School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Collins
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins-Maxwell Elementary School 416 Fourth Ave Collins IA 50055 (641) 385-2446 | PK-5 | 19 | 225 |
Teaching in Maxwell
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins-Maxwell Middle / High School 400 Metcalf St Maxwell IA 50161 (515) 387-1115 | 6-12 | 25 | 248 |