JCSS -- Jackson County School System
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Over 500 educators are employed at JCSS. The tables below provide teacher salaries for the entire state of Georgia, due to more localized data not being available. 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.
Georgia Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Georgia. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels, for example teachers with master's in education degrees may get a higher salary.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $47,920 | $28,150-$77,130 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $69,870 | $48,610 - $95,070 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $70,720 | $49,260 - $98,030 |
| Middle School Teacher | $69,780 | $47,540 - $97,960 |
| High School Teacher | $72,000 | $49,450 - $96,820 |
| PE Teacher | $54,060 | $27,190 - $80,900 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Georgia, 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 the average salary for special education teachers in Georgia.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $47,920 | $28,150-$77,130 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $72,090 | $49,510 - $98,750 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Georgia, 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 state of Georgia below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $59,280 | $38,580-$76,830 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $107,710 | $81,440 - $135,990 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $68,410 | $42,040 - $101,880 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Georgia, 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 JCSS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $17,520 | $16,684 |
| Administrators | $14,507 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Jackson County School System Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by JCSS. 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 JCSS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 528 | 523 | 493 |
| Preschool Teachers | 10 | 9 | 12 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 37 | 34 | 33 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 205 | 202 | 187 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 207 | 206 | 191 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 69 | 73 | 70 |
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 | 169 | 157 | 147 |
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 JCSS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 381 | 381 | 350 |
| School Administrators | 33 | 33 | 31 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 41 | 40 | 37 |
| Student Support Staff | 37 | 36 | 34 |
| Other Support Staff | 257 | 255 | 233 |
| Librarians | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 15 | 15 | 14 |
JCSS Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, JCSS manages 13 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:
- Jefferson City School District (4 Schools)
- Commerce City School District (4 Schools)
- Barrow County Schools (16 Schools)
- Clarke County School District (21 Schools)
- Banks County School District (4 Schools)
Jackson County School System Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Athens
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Jackson Elementary School 1630 New Kings Bridge Rd Athens GA 30607 (706) 208-3552 | PK-5 | 40 | 497 |
Teaching in Braselton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jackson Primary School 4825 Hwy 53 Braselton GA 30517 (706) 654-2243 | PK-2 | 27 | 403 |
Teaching in Commerce
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Jackson Elementary School 1531 Hoods Mill Rd Commerce GA 30529 (706) 336-7900 | PK-5 | 34 | 503 |
| East Jackson High School 1435 Hoods Mill Rd Commerce GA 30529 (706) 336-8900 | 9-12 | 63 | 961 |
| East Jackson Middle School 1880 Hoods Mill Rd Commerce GA 30529 (706) 335-2083 | 6-8 | 58 | 778 |
Teaching in Hoschton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jackson Intermediate School 391 East Jefferson St Hoschton GA 30548 (706) 654-2044 | 3-5 | 22 | 356 |
Teaching in Jefferson
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gum Springs Elementary School 600 Gum Springs Church Rd Jefferson GA 30549 (706) 654-5580 | PK-5 | 51 | 799 |
| Jackson County High School 1668 Winder Hwy Jefferson GA 30549 (706) 367-5003 | 9-12 | 63 | 1,048 |
| West Jackson Middle School 400 Gum Springs Church Rd Jefferson GA 30549 (706) 654-2775 | 6-8 | 61 | 922 |
Teaching in Maysville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maysville Elementary School 9270 Hwy 82 Spur Maysville GA 30558 (706) 652-2241 | PK-5 | 26 | 350 |
Teaching in Nicholson
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Elementary School 5488 Hwy 441 Nicholson GA 30565 (706) 757-2211 | PK-5 | 26 | 338 |
Teaching in Talmo
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Jackson Elementary School 1880 Old Gainesville Hwy Talmo GA 30575 (706) 693-2246 | PK-5 | 23 | 349 |