Lead Preschool Teacher Salary in San Diego, California

Lead Preschool Teacher Salary in San Diego, CA

How much does a Lead Preschool Teacher make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Preschool Teacher in San Diego, CA is $44,630. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $36,571 to a high of $56,388, with most professionals earning between $40,411 and $50,784.

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10th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $36,571 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $40,411 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $44,630 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $50,784 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $56,388 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $40,411 10% $36,571 90% $56,388 75% $50,784 $44,630 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Lead Preschool Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Child Caregiver I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Preschool Teacher in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Lead Preschool Teacher ranges from $40,411 to $50,784 with the average base salary of $44,630. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,411 to $50,784 with the average total cash compensation of $44,630.

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Skills associated with Lead Preschool Teacher: Childhood Education, Classroom

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