Generally a first year gym teacher/coach can expect a starting salary of around $45,000. With 3 - 5 years experience, you can expect to see $75,000.
However, keep in mind that with the budget cutbacks, many schools are eliminating the whole athletic department in a return to the basic concept of teaching the so-called 3-R's and little else.
However, keep in mind that with the budget cutbacks, many schools are eliminating the whole athletic department in a return to the basic concept of teaching the so-called 3-R's and little else.