LJISD -- La Joya Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over two thousand teachers and support staff and twenty nine thousand students enrolled at the 38 schools managed by LJISD. The LJISD district's salary information displayed below are gathered from several government and organizational agencies as noted under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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LJISD Teacher Salary Details
The table below details average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Mcallen-Edinburg-Mission region. 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 | $44,960 | $22,470-$62,590 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $56,440 | $45,280 - $66,200 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,030 | $47,430 - $79,060 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,860 | $48,140 - $65,540 |
| High School Teacher | $59,640 | $47,000 - $83,630 |
| PE Teacher | $51,580 | $18,150 - $100,690 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Mcallen-Edinburg-Mission, 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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers are employed by LJISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,610 | $49,950 - $66,700 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Mcallen-Edinburg-Mission, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $42,390 | $29,540-$59,370 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $87,870 | $63,240 - $103,320 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $63,890 | $38,220 - $83,440 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Mcallen-Edinburg-Mission, 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 LJISD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $10,952 | $7,929 |
| Administrators | $7,829 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
La Joya Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by LJISD. 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 LJISD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,967 | 1,957 | 1,953 |
| Preschool Teachers | 95 | 92 | 90 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 129 | 125 | 118 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 835 | 839 | 833 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 737 | 744 | 737 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 171 | 159 | 175 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 40 | 37 | 37 |
| Teaching Assistants | 279 | 288 | 291 |
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 LJISD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,584 | 1,584 | 1,656 |
| District Administrators | 15 | 14 | 19 |
| District Support Staff | 112 | 113 | 121 |
| School Administrators | 142 | 141 | 145 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 165 | 162 | 171 |
| Student Support Staff | 108 | 123 | 122 |
| Other Support Staff | 1,038 | 1,031 | 1,078 |
| Librarians | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 68 | 69 |
| Guidance Counselors | 93 | 94 | 93 |
| Other School Counselors | 93 | 94 | 93 |
LJISD Schools
We have listed the 38 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by LJISD in the list below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Mission Consolidated Independent School District (24 Schools)
- Sharyland Independent School District (17 Schools)
- McAllen Independent School District (34 Schools)
- Hidalgo Independent School District (ISD) (8 Schools)
- Valley View Independent School Distric (11 Schools)
La Joya Independent School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Alton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domingo Trevino Middle 301 South Inspiration Rd Alton TX 78573 (956) 581-3050 |
6-9 | 63 | 929 |
Teaching in La Joya
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Zavala Middle School 603 North Tabasco St La Joya TX 78560 (956) 580-5472 |
6-9 | 58 | 703 |
| High School #4 603 North Coyote Dr La Joya TX 78560 (956) 584-4842 |
9-12 | 25 | 382 |
| Hope Academy 101 East Expy 83 La Joya TX 78560 (956) 580-6121 |
4-12 | 15 | 62 |
| La Joya High School 604 North Coyote Blvd La Joya TX 78560 (956) 580-5100 |
9-12 | 161 | 2,382 |
| Tabasco Elementary School 223 South Leo Ave La Joya TX 78560 (956) 580-8810 |
PK-5 | 45 | 764 |
| Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College H S 801 North Coyote Dr La Joya TX 78560 (956) 580-5908 |
9-10 | 14 | 196 |
Teaching in Mission
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Americo Paredes Elementary School 5301 Bentsen Palm Dr Mission TX 78572 (956) 584-0871 |
PK-5 | 37 | 629 |
| Ann Richards Middle School 7005 Ann Richards Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 519-5710 |
6-9 | 66 | 914 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School 78 Showers Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6182 |
6-8 | 61 | 901 |
| Diaz-Villarreal School 5543 La Homa Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6170 |
PK-5 | 46 | 778 |
| E B Reyna Elementary School 900 East Veterans Blvd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-5975 |
PK-5 | 46 | 743 |
| Elementary #3 School 6401 North Abram Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-8310 |
PK-5 | 41 | 636 |
| Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School 5441 La Homa Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6000 |
PK-5 | 33 | 491 |
| Elodia R Chapa Elementary School 5670 Doffing Rd Mission TX 78574 (956) 580-6150 |
PK-5 | 37 | 644 |
| Emiliano Zapata Elementary School 9100 North La Homa Mission TX 78572 (956) 519-5760 |
PK-5 | 46 | 757 |
| Enrique 'kiki' Camarena Elementary School 2612 North Moorefield Rd Mission TX 78574 (956) 584-0827 |
PK-5 | 43 | 731 |
| Evangelina Garza Elementary School 8731 North Doffing Rd Mission TX 78574 (956) 584-6370 |
PK-5 | 48 | 766 |
| Flores Elementary School 1913 Roque Salinas Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6100 |
PK-5 | 39 | 594 |
| Henry B Gonzales Elementary School 3912 East Expy 83 Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-8870 |
PK-5 | 39 | 652 |
| Irene M Garcia School 933 Paula Dr Mission TX 78572 (956) 584-0800 |
6-8 | 58 | 848 |
| Jimmy Carter High School 3901 North La Homa Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 519-5779 |
9-12 | 155 | 2,177 |
| Jose De Escandon Elementary School 700 North Schuebach Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6132 |
PK-5 | 45 | 741 |
| Juan De Dios Salinas Middle School 6101 North Bentsen Palm Dr Mission TX 78574 (956) 584-6355 |
6-9 | 61 | 848 |
| Juan Seguin Elementary School 8500 North Western Rd Mission TX 78574 (956) 580-8511 |
PK-5 | 51 | 902 |
| Juarez / Lincoln High School 7801 West Mile 7 Rd Mission TX 78574 (956) 519-4150 |
9-12 | 155 | 2,272 |
| Leo J Leo Elementary School 1625 Roque Salinas Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6030 |
PK-5 | 38 | 612 |
| Lloyd M Bentsen Elementary School 3301 West Mile 3 Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-9801 |
PK-5 | 46 | 764 |
| Memorial Middle School 2610 North Moorefield Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-6087 |
6-8 | 51 | 671 |
| Narciso Cavazos School 4563 Minnesota Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-8850 |
PK-5 | 36 | 611 |
| Patricio Perez Elementary School 4431 Minnesota Rd Mission TX 78572 (956) 580-8830 |
PK-5 | 39 | 660 |
Teaching in Penitas
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary #4 School 4800 Liberty Blvd Penitas TX 78576 (956) 519-5770 |
PK-5 | 43 | 759 |
| J F Kennedy Elementary School 1801 North Diamond Ave Penitas TX 78576 (956) 323-2330 |
PK-5 | 47 | 801 |
| Nellie Schunior Middle School 39200 Mile 7 Rd Penitas TX 78576 (956) 519-4007 |
6-8 | 53 | 702 |
| William J Clinton Elementary School 39202 Mile 7 Rd Penitas TX 78576 (956) 519-4021 |
PK-5 | 45 | 713 |
Teaching in Sullivan City
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benavides Elementary School 1882 El Pinto Rd Sullivan City TX 78595 (956) 580-6175 |
PK-5 | 32 | 468 |
| Sam Fordyce Elementary School 801 Fm 886 Sullivan City TX 78595 (956) 580-8894 |
PK-5 | 33 | 487 |