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How much do advanced placement teacher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for advanced placement teacher in the United States is $58,538.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an advanced placement teacher?

Advanced Placement (AP) Teachers are educators who instruct high school students in Advanced Placement courses, which are college-level classes offered through the College Board’s AP Program. These teachers specialize in specific subjects such as AP Biology, AP Calculus, or AP U.S. History, and help students prepare for AP exams that can potentially earn them college credit. AP Teachers design rigorous coursework, foster critical thinking, and support students’ academic growth to meet the demands of these challenging classes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an advanced placement teacher?

To thrive as an Advanced Placement Teacher, you need deep subject matter expertise, a teaching certification, and experience with AP curriculum standards. Familiarity with College Board resources, digital classroom platforms, and AP exam preparation tools is typically required. Strong communication, classroom management, and the ability to motivate high-achieving students are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure students are effectively challenged and supported to excel in rigorous AP coursework and exams.

How does an advanced placement teacher collaborate with guidance counselors and other faculty to support student success?

AP Teachers frequently work closely with guidance counselors to identify students who would benefit from AP courses and to ensure they are prepared for the rigor. They also coordinate with other subject teachers to align curriculum and share best practices, especially when students are balancing multiple advanced courses. Regular meetings and interdisciplinary planning help create a supportive environment, enabling students to thrive academically and manage workloads effectively. This collaborative approach is key in addressing challenges such as student stress and course selection.

What is the difference between Advanced Placement Teacher vs Regular High School Teacher?

AspectAdvanced Placement TeacherRegular High School Teacher
CredentialsRequires state certification, often a master's degree, and AP exam trainingRequires state certification and a bachelor's degree in education or subject area
Work EnvironmentTeaches AP courses, often in specialized subjects, with a focus on college-level curriculumTeaches standard high school courses across various subjects
Employer & Industry UsageFound in high schools offering AP programs, working with college-bound studentsEmployed in general high school settings, serving diverse student populations

Advanced Placement Teachers focus on preparing students for college-level AP exams, requiring specialized training and certifications. Regular High School Teachers provide standard instruction across various subjects without the specialized AP curriculum. Both roles are essential in high schools but differ mainly in curriculum focus and certification requirements.

How do you become an advanced placement teacher?

To become an Advanced Placement (AP) teacher, you typically need a bachelor's degree in the subject area, a valid teaching certification, and experience teaching at the high school level. Many AP teachers pursue additional training or certification in AP curriculum and often have a strong background in the subject they teach to effectively prepare students for AP exams.
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Infographic showing various Advanced Placement Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,538 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

English Teacher (Advanced Placement)

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site


Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Elementary and Secondary Schools • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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$57K - $90K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Certified - Position - English Teacher
Job Number 3700273343
Start Date
Open Date 08/14/2026
Closing Date 08/31/2026
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under direction of the school principal, plan and provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community. Develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintain appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of VBCPS curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, VBCPS policies and effective instructional practices; thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process; ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education; ability to infuse technology into curriculum; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and community; excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required: Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university. Must have or be eligible for a teacher license from the Virginia Department of Education.
HOW TO APPLY
Please see "Job Posting Link" below for a complete job description.
External Applicants: If you are interested in applying for this position, you must create an account. Please select "Login and Apply" from the bottom of this posting. After creating an account, please login, complete the online application, and apply for this job.
Eligible Internal Applicants: Follow these instructions to complete a transfer application. After creating an account, please complete the application and apply for this job.
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Job Posting Link https://vbschoolscom.finalsite.com/fs/resource-manager/view/90d40e60-754c-4f43-850b-cba99868cf30
Salary Range: From/To
Salary Range: $57,801-$90,347
Salary will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. Entry-level salary will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the salary will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.
VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/personal reasons leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.
Instructional Experience-Based Step Pay Scale (Standard Teaching)
FTE 1.000
Start Date 2026-2027 School Yr
Endorsements English


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