Jim Thorpe Area School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 100 teachers and 2,000 students that are enrolled at the 3 schools operated by Jim Thorpe Area School District. The Jim Thorpe Area School District administration and teacher salary data displayed below are taken from several government sources as listed under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Jim Thorpe Area School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton 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 | $38,980 | $30,820-$49,690 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $70,140 | $47,630 - $92,600 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,000 | $53,870 - $99,250 |
| Middle School Teacher | $79,720 | $56,960 - $100,640 |
| High School Teacher | $79,770 | $59,840 - $99,620 |
| PE Teacher | $66,600 | $30,740 - $118,750 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Jim Thorpe Area School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $74,350 | $59,590 - $96,350 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $58,710 | $45,860-$77,140 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $120,110 | $82,440 - $160,050 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $69,750 | $47,650 - $97,410 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, 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 Jim Thorpe Area School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $21,163 | $21,769 |
| Administrators | $19,588 | $16,329 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Jim Thorpe Area School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Jim Thorpe Area 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 Jim Thorpe Area School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 144 | 142 | 137 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 59 | 58 | 57 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 60 | 58 | 55 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 18 | 18 | 17 |
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 | 48 | 48 | 47 |
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 Jim Thorpe Area School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 81 | 81 | 81 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 8 | 8 | 11 |
| Other Support Staff | 55 | 55 | 55 |
Jim Thorpe Area School District Schools
We have listed the 3 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Jim Thorpe Area 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:
- LeHighton Area School District (6 Schools)
- Weatherly Area School District (3 Schools)
- Panther Valley School District (3 Schools)
- Palmerton Area School District (5 Schools)
- Northern LeHigh School District (4 Schools)
Jim Thorpe Area School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Albrightsville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn / Kidder Campus School 2840 Route 940 Albrightsville PA 18210 (570) 722-1150 | PK-8 | 44 | 715 |
Teaching in Jim Thorpe
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe Area High School 1 Olympian Way Jim Thorpe PA 18229 (570) 325-3663 | 9-12 | 43 | 604 |
| L B Morris Elementary School 150 West 10th St Jim Thorpe PA 18229 (570) 325-2703 | PK-8 | 50 | 809 |