Foreign Language Teacher Jobs

A Foreign Language Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students a new language, as well as educating them about the culture, history, and traditions associated with that language. Their duties include developing lesson plans, instructing students in grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure, and providing instruction on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the foreign language. The teacher may also organize cultural activities and events to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language they are studying.

Important skills for a Foreign Language Teacher include excellent communication and instructional skills, patience, cultural sensitivity, and creativity in teaching methods. They must have a strong command of the language they're teaching, both written and spoken. Certification typically involves a Bachelor's degree in teaching or a relevant field and a state teaching certification, with additional certification or endorsement in teaching the specific foreign language. Prior to becoming a Foreign Language Teacher, an individual might have roles such as a Language Tutor, Teacher's Assistant, or an ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructor.

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Bilingual Spanish Teacher

  • Danbury, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 9 hours ago

management skills Familiarity with ACTFL standards and proficiency-based instruction Experience working with students in diverse, multilingual settings Ability to differentiate instruction to meet...

Spanish Teacher (.4)

  • Danbury, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 9 hours ago

plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners Demonstrate strong content knowledge in Spanish language and Spanish cultures Maintain accurate...

High School French Teacher

  • Vineland, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

High School French Teacher JobID: 1520 Position Type: High School Teaching/Foreign Language - French Date Posted: 8/14/2025 Location: Vineland Public Schools Date Available: 09/02/2025 Closing Date:...

4th Grade - Bilingual Curriculum/Spanish Teacher

  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Create formative assessments aligned to district curriculum Analyze student data from both formative and summative assessments to drive differentiated instruction and data-based decision making for...

Position Type: High School Teaching/Foreign Language - Spanish Date Posted: 8/14/2025 Location: Emerson Junior-Senior High School Date Available: 09/02/2025 Closing Date: 08/29/2025   Additional...

Foreign Language Teacher

  • Brookings, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookings, OR
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Foreign Language TeacherCategory: High School Teaching BHHS FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHER25/26 SCHOOL YEAR.5 FTE PURPOSE: Keeping within the law, board policies, and administrative rules, the...

High School Spanish Teacher

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 1 day ago

group instruction, and student learning. o Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge...

Foreign Language Teacher- Spanish

  • Brookings, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookings, OR
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Foreign Language Teacher- SpanishCategory: High School Teaching BHHS FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPANISH TEACHER25/26 SCHOOL YEAR.25 FTE PURPOSE: Keeping within the law, board policies, and administrative...

Part Time Spanish Teacher

  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 1 day ago

The School Teacher maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establishes effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management....

Spanish/French Teacher-High School

  • Newton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 1 day ago

instruction to meet the needs of all students Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in educational plans (IEPs) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students Use...

Ahora Contratando! High School Spanish Teacher Jeffersonville, NY

  • Jeffersonville, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Jeffersonville, NY
  • 1 day ago

Ahora Contratando! High School Spanish Teacher Jeffersonville, NY A vibrant, student-focused school district in Jeffersonville is hiring a High School Spanish Teacher for the upcoming school year....

High School Spanish Teacher Make an Impact in Monticello, NY

  • Monticello, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Monticello, NY
  • 1 day ago

instruction and modify curriculum as needed Support students with IEPs and participate in the IEP process Maintain open communication with parents and collaborate with staff Create a welcoming and...

High School Spanish Teacher Join a Supportive School in Thompsonville, NY

  • Thompsonville, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Thompsonville, NY
  • 1 day ago

High School Spanish Teacher Join a Supportive School in Thompsonville, NY Were seeking a certified High School Spanish Teacher to join a highly organized and student-centered district in...

Join a Supportive School Community High School Spanish Teacher

  • Ferndale, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ferndale, NY
  • 1 day ago

Join a Supportive School Community High School Spanish Teacher Ferndale, NY | 202526 School Year A welcoming and well-organized school district is seeking a certified High School Spanish Teacher...

Spanish Teacher (Middle School)

  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago

-Utilize differentiated instruction, varying techniques and strategies, to challenge and engage all learners....

Foreign Language Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching
Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the population. Dyslexic students often experience challenges in language learning and are often exempted from the study of additional languages. On this self-study...
Advanced TESOL Certification (Language Teachers Training)
Become a TESOL Canada Certified Language Teacher and Teach English online or in-class.Teaching opportunities are in Canada, the USA, Asia, Europe or South & Central America. Join the Advanced...
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language Certificate Course Online
In this part-time Teacher of English as a Foreign Language Certificate Course you will learn important principles and practical step-by-step techniques for becoming a teacher of English as a...

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Salary for Foreign Language Teacher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Foreign Language Teachers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
43.6%
Bachelor's Degree
32.4%
Doctorate Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Foreign Language Teachers
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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