Education

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

A comprehensive guide to English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$72,181 / yr

Min. Education

Specific course required

Job Outlook

See salary section for local market context

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

Top Paying State

California

$130,580 / yr

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Rank #2

New Jersey

$98,820 / yr

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Rank #3

New York

$96,940 / yr

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State	Median Salary	License Type	Education Required	Est. Timeline	Action
CA CaliforniaCompact: No	$130,580High CoL Adjusted	Register with licensing agency	Varies by state board	2 years	Details
NJ New JerseyCompact: Yes	$98,820Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	No educational requirements	Varies by board	Details
NY New YorkCompact: Yes	$96,940Avg. Growth	Register with licensing agency	Degree required	Varies by board	Details
CT ConnecticutCompact: Pending	$87,570Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	Varies by board	Details
MI MichiganCompact: Yes	$85,340Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Degree required	Varies by board	Details
VT VermontCompact: No	$83,350Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	Varies by board	Details