The median annual salary for elementary school teachers was $58,230 in May 2018, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The lowest paid 10 percent earned $37,780 or less; the highest paid 10 percent earned $95,270 or more. The median annual salary for secondary school teachers was $60,320. Salaries ranged from less than $39,740 to $97,500 or more annually.

Self-enrichment education teachers (including those who teach art) earned median annual salaries of $38,720 in May 2018. Salaries ranged from less than $20,820 to $77,770 or more annually.

Benefits for art teachers who are employed by schools typically include health insurance, sick pay, 401(k) plans, and reimbursement for continuing education.

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