KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 90 educators are employed at KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT. The tables below display administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Maine, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Maine Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table lists the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Maine. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,810 | $45,350 - $79,290 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,930 | $46,570 - $92,100 |
| Middle School Teacher | $66,830 | $47,640 - $80,650 |
| High School Teacher | $66,820 | $47,520 - $83,450 |
| PE Teacher | $58,490 | $31,270 - $102,780 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, 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 Maine.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $64,220 | $45,620 - $79,390 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators and support staff for the state of Maine below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $105,550 | $79,850 - $128,750 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $61,230 | $45,300 - $82,460 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, 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 KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $18,806 | $18,325 |
| Administrators | $19,250 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT. 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 KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 95 | 95 | 97 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 60 | 61 | 63 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 29 | 28 | 28 |
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 | 75 | 38 | 37 |
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 KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 53 | 53 | 54 |
| Other Support Staff | 47 | 27 | 25 |
KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT operates 3 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:
- RSU 35 - MSAD 35 (5 Schools)
- York Public Schools (4 Schools)
- RSU 60 - MSAD 60 (5 Schools)
- WELLS-OGUNQUIT CSD (3 Schools)
- RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT (6 Schools)
KITTERY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Kittery
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert W Traip Academy 12 Williams Ave Kittery ME 03904 (207) 439-1121 | 9-12 | 28 | 275 |
| Shapleigh Middle School 43 Stevenson Rd Kittery ME 03904 (207) 439-2572 | 4-8 | 36 | 404 |
Teaching in Kittery Point
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horace Mitchell Primary School 7 School Ln Kittery Point ME 03905 (207) 439-1707 | KG-3 | 33 | 406 |