Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary vs. Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education: Salary Comparison (2026)

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondarys earn a median salary of $44,930/year, while Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Educations earn $62,340/year - a difference of $17,410. Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Educations earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.