RSU 49 – MSAD 49 School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
RSU 49 – MSAD 49 operates 6 schools with just over 200 teachers and support staff. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Maine, due to more localized data not being available. The data is 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, the following table lists the average salary for teachers, which is 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lists 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 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 49 – MSAD 49 is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $14,338 | $18,325 |
| Administrators | $13,678 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
RSU 49 – MSAD 49 School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by RSU 49 – MSAD 49. 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 49 – MSAD 49 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 191 | 189 | 191 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 121 | 120 | 133 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 57 | 57 | 56 |
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 | 181 | 90 | 96 |
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 49 – MSAD 49 are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 134 | 134 | 141 |
| School Administrators | 18 | 10 | 11 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | - | 13 | 13 |
| Student Support Staff | 23 | 14 | 14 |
| Other Support Staff | 110 | 82 | 88 |
| Guidance Counselors | 18 | 9 | 10 |
| Other School Counselors | 18 | 9 | 10 |
RSU 49 – MSAD 49 Schools
We have listed the 6 schools and their contact information, which is managed by RSU 49 – MSAD 49 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:
- WINSLOW SCHOOLS (3 Schools)
- WATERVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS (5 Schools)
- RSU 18 SCHOOL DISTRICT (8 Schools)
- RSU 54 - MSAD 54 (8 Schools)
- RSU 03 - MSAD 03 (8 Schools)
RSU 49 – MSAD 49 School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Albion
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Elementary School 20 School St Albion ME 04910 (207) 437-2616 | KG-6 | 13 | 130 |
Teaching in Benton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Elementary School 68 School Dr Benton ME 04901 (207) 453-4240 | 1-6 | 56 | 632 |
Teaching in Clinton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary School 75 Morrison Ave Clinton ME 04927 (207) 426-2181 | KG-6 | 26 | 233 |
Teaching in Fairfield
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Primary School 63 High St Fairfield ME 04937 (207) 453-4220 | PK-KG | 8 | 160 |
| Lawrence High School 9 School St Fairfield ME 04937 (207) 453-4200 | 9-12 | 56 | 676 |
| Lawrence Jr High School 7 School St Fairfield ME 04937 (207) 453-4200 | 7-8 | 32 | 351 |