KCS -- Kingsport City Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
KCS has over seven thousand students and 500 teachers and support staff. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries at KCS. The data has been obtained through a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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KCS Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol local area. 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 | $33,500 | $22,000-$50,110 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $51,960 | $40,290 - $63,050 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,460 | $40,230 - $102,960 |
| Middle School Teacher | $53,990 | $40,380 - $63,480 |
| High School Teacher | $55,570 | $45,050 - $63,830 |
| PE Teacher | $38,000 | $23,180 - $59,060 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for KCS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $52,360 | $40,910 - $62,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, 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 Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $47,580 | $32,870-$52,920 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $86,360 | $62,350 - $102,040 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,660 | $37,700 - $70,140 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, 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 KCS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Tennessee | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,009 | $13,728 |
| Administrators | $7,741 | $12,573 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Kingsport City Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by KCS. 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 KCS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 471 | 482 | 484 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 27 | 27 | 29 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 273 | 277 | 287 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 141 | 148 | 143 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 19 | 18 | 17 |
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 | 198 | 200 | 187 |
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 KCS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 328 | 328 | 330 |
| School Administrators | 28 | 29 | 30 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 34 | 48 | 52 |
| Other Support Staff | 246 | 231 | 233 |
| Librarians | 12 | 12 | 11 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 10 | 10 |
| Guidance Counselors | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 7 | 10 | 10 |
KCS Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, KCS manages 13 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Sullivan County School Distrct (23 Schools)
- Washington County School District (16 Schools)
- Johnson City Schools (12 Schools)
- Bristol Tennessee City Schools (8 Schools)
- Carter County School District (16 Schools)
Kingsport City Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cora Cox Academy 520 Myrtle St Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 378-2185 |
6-12 | 8 | 48 |
| Dobyns Bennett High School 1800 Legion Dr Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-8400 |
9-12 | 126 | 1,980 |
| Jackson Elementary School 600 Jackson St Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 378-2250 |
KG-5 | 34 | 551 |
| Jefferson Elementary School 2216 Westmoreland Av Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2270 |
PK-5 | 27 | 460 |
| John Adams Elementary School 2727 Edinburgh Channel Rd Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2100 |
PK-5 | 22 | 368 |
| Johnson Elementary School 1001 Ormond Dr Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2300 |
PK-5 | 33 | 538 |
| Kennedy Elementary School 1500 Woodland Av Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 857-2700 |
PK-5 | 24 | 316 |
| Lincoln Elementary School 1000 Summer St Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2360 |
PK-5 | 31 | 470 |
| Palmer Center School 1609 Ft Henry Dr Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2130 |
PK-PK | 12 | 127 |
| Robinson Middle School 1517 Jessee St Kingsport TN 37664 (423) 378-2200 |
6-8 | 55 | 850 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School 1051 Lake St Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 857-2600 |
PK-5 | 22 | 280 |
| Sevier Middle School 1200 Wateree St Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 378-2350 |
6-8 | 57 | 793 |
| Washington Elementary School 1100 Bellingham Dr Kingsport TN 37660 (423) 378-2480 |
KG-5 | 28 | 475 |