RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 100 teachers and support staff and 1,000 students that are enrolled at the 5 schools managed by RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT. The tables below display faculty and teacher salaries for the entire state of Maine, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been taken from multiple 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 as provided 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $45,350 | $36,170-$60,110 |
| 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 displays the average salary for special education teachers in Maine.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $45,350 | $36,170-$60,110 |
| 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, including counselors and librarians for the state of Maine below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $60,990 | $42,870-$77,000 |
| 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 RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,399 | $18,325 |
| Administrators | $17,354 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by RSU 34 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 RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 132 | 134 | 133 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 77 | 76 | 77 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 47 | 49 | 47 |
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 | 98 | 68 | 84 |
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 RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 73 | 73 | 77 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | - | 11 | 11 |
| Student Support Staff | 14 | 8 | 11 |
| Other Support Staff | 64 | 30 | 35 |
RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT operates 5 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- RSU 26 SCHOOL DISTRICT (3 Schools)
- BANGOR SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (10 Schools)
- BREWER SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (2 Schools)
- RSU 63 - MSAD 63 (3 Schools)
- HERMON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (3 Schools)
RSU 34 SCHOOL DISTRICT Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Alton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alton Elementary School 22 Argyle Rd Alton ME 04468 (207) 394-2331 | PK-4 | 6 | 57 |
Teaching in Bradley
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viola Rand School 55 Highland Ave Bradley ME 04411 (207) 827-2508 | PK-4 | 9 | 69 |
Teaching in Old Town
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonard Middle School 156 Oak St Old Town ME 04468 (207) 827-3900 | 6-8 | 30 | 299 |
| Old Town Elementary School 576 Stillwater Ave Old Town ME 04468 (207) 827-1544 | PK-5 | 45 | 540 |
| Old Town High School 203 Stillwater Ave Old Town ME 04468 (207) 827-3910 | 9-12 | 44 | 372 |