Baldwin County Board of Education Salary Schedules

Overview

The Baldwin County Board of Education (BCBOE) publishes salary schedules each year that outline the base pay for teachers, administrators, and support staff. These schedules are based on a combination of education level, years of service, and, for certain positions, additional certifications or duties.

The primary goals of the salary schedule are to:

• Maintain competitive compensation to attract qualified educators.
• Provide clear, transparent pay progression.
• Reward professional development and advanced credentials.
• Ensure internal equity across comparable roles.

Teacher Salary Schedules

Teacher salaries are organized into a grid where the horizontal axis represents years of service (step) and the vertical axis reflects the highest degree earned (salary column). Below is a simplified version of the 202425 schedule.

Additional compensation may be added for:

• National Board Certification $2,000 per year.
• Special Education Endorsement $1,200 per year.
• Coaching or Athletic Director duties $1,500 per year.

Administrator Salary Schedules

Administrative positions are broken into three main categories: Principals, Assistant Principals, and DistrictLevel Administrators. Salaries are set by a separate schedule that also uses a stepandcolumn model.

Principals

Assistant Principals

DistrictLevel Administrators (Superintendent, Chief of Staff, etc.) have individually negotiated contracts but follow the same step principle, typically ranging from $110,000 to $190,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits & Allowances

Salary is only one component of total compensation. Employees of the Baldwin County Board of Education receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance employee pays 3% of premium.
• Retirement 5% employee contribution to the Florida Teachers Retirement System (FTRS).
• Paid leave 12 days of sick leave, 10 days of personal leave, and 10 days of vacation per year (accrues with service).
• Professional development stipend up to $1,200 annually for coursework or conferences.
• Transportation allowance $150 per month for eligible staff.

All benefits are outlined in the BCBOE Employee Handbook, which is updated each July.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are salary schedules updated?

The Board reviews and adopts new schedules annually. Adjustments may reflect inflation, budget changes, or collective bargaining agreements.

Can a teacher move to a higher salary column without a degree?

No. The column is strictly based on the highest earned degree. However, teachers can earn additional stipends for certifications, which are added to the base salary.

What happens if I have a nontraditional degree (e.g., an Associate in Education)?

Associates are placed in the Associate column. If you later earn a bachelors degree, you move to the next column at the step corresponding to your service years.

Are there salary caps?

Yes. For teachers, the maximum base salary (Doctorate, 10+ years) is $60,300 before adding stipends. For administrators, caps are defined in their respective contracts.

Where can I view the full official schedule?

The complete schedule, including all supplemental pay categories, is available on the Baldwin County Board of Education website under the Human Resources Compensation section.