What is the salary of a paraeducator?

As of September 2015, PayScale lists paraeducators' salary range from $16,000 to $34,300 per year. A paraeducator's pay generally is dependant on experience and education. Individuals with experience with children and an associate or bachelors degree can expect a higher starting salary then those without such credentials.

A paraeducator's salary often depends on the type of students she works with. As of 2013, day cares offer an average salary of $21,700 per year, elementary and secondary schools offer an average of $25,900 per year and universities offer an average of $28,800 per year. Average salaries also vary widely from state to state.