RSU 87 – MSAD 23 School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
RSU 87 – MSAD 23 operates 3 schools with over 50 teachers and support staff. The tables below profile faculty and teacher salaries for the entire state of Maine, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through 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 displays average salary and ranges for teachers, which is 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 |
| 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 average salary and ranges 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
See 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 |
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 87 – MSAD 23 is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,805 | $18,326 |
| Administrators | $15,500 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
RSU 87 – MSAD 23 School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by RSU 87 – MSAD 23. 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 87 – MSAD 23 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 44 | 43 | 45 |
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 | 28 | 15 | 17 |
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 87 – MSAD 23 are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 41 | 41 | 47 |
| Other Support Staff | 32 | 27 | 32 |
RSU 87 – MSAD 23 Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, RSU 87 – MSAD 23 oversees 3 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:
- HERMON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (3 Schools)
- RSU 19 SCHOOL DISTRICT (8 Schools)
- BANGOR SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (10 Schools)
- RSU 64 - MSAD 64 (7 Schools)
- BREWER SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (2 Schools)
RSU 87 – MSAD 23 School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Carmel
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caravel Middle School 520 Irish Rd Carmel ME 04419 (207) 848-3615 | 5-8 | 16 | 218 |
| Carmel Elementary School 50 Plymouth Rd Carmel ME 04419 (207) 848-3383 | PK-4 | 17 | 197 |
Teaching in Levant
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suzanne M Smith Elementary School 169 South Levant Rd Levant ME 04456 (207) 884-7444 | PK-5 | 18 | 246 |