Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in California

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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2025-2026 9-12 Foreign Language Teacher (French)- River City HS

  • Yolo, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Yolo, CA
  • 18 hours ago

plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small-group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. - Evaluates students' academic growth, keeps...

Spanish Teacher

  • Ojai, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ojai, CA
  • 1 day ago

Villanova Preparatory School, a private, co-ed Catholic Augustinian college preparatory school located in beautiful Ojai, California, is seeking an experienced part-time or full-time Spanish...

Spanish Teacher - Lindhurst High School (2025-2026)

  • Marysville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marysville, CA
  • 2 days ago

SPANISH TEACHER - LINDHURST HIGH SCHOOL (2025-2026) About the Employer NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Marysville Joint Unified School District (MJUSD) prohibits discrimination, harassment,...

Upper School - Spanish Teacher

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 3 days ago

The candidate will have experience in a variety of modes of teaching and be highly skilled at differentiated instruction....

High School Spanish Teacher (Remote)

  • Upland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Upland, CA
  • 3 days ago

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners Assess and track student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback....

Remote Work

Foreign Language Teacher: Spanish - High School

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

View Job Description Valid CA Single Subject Foreign Language Teaching Credential with Spanish Authorization required....

2025-26: High School Spanish Teacher (I, II, III)

  • Hayward, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary ABOUT US: Located in the heart of the Bay Area, Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori School is a 1-12th grade school that joined together Silver Oak High School and Golden Oak...

Spanish Teacher - High Schools (Multiple Sites) (25/26)

  • Carmichael, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carmichael, CA
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Welcome to the San Juan Unified School District! If you want to be part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success by providing innovative...

Spanish Teacher - Center High School

  • Antelope, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Antelope, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary This position comes with a possible $10K bonus over 2 years. View Job Description Cover Letter Resume A copy of your valid Single Subject Spanish credential. English...

Spanish Teacher- 2025/2026 School Year, Trabuco Hills High School

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 5 days ago

Requires a valid California Single Subject Spanish Credential *candidates without the appropriate credential will be screened out. Attach all supporting documents for your application to be...

World Language: French Teacher - High School Pool

  • Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago

Vista Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Valid California Credential: Single Subject: Foreign Language: French requiredEnglish Learner Authorization (ie: CLAD or equivalent...

The Fullerton Joint Union High School District (FJUHSD) proudly serves over 13,000 high school students across six comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one alternative...

Spanish Teacher 1.0 FTE - Nevada Union High School

  • Grass Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Grass Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago

Nevada Joint Union High School District See attachment on original job posting Valid CA secondary, Single Subject Teaching Credential authorizing Spanish, and credentialed in EL, CLAD or SDAIE....

High School Spanish Teacher

  • Paramount, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Paramount, CA
  • 7 days ago

About the Employer Welcome to Paramount Unified School District, where great things are happening. Paramount strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment for our employees so that...

Terra Linda High School French Teacher 2025/2026 School Year

  • San Rafael, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA
  • 10 days ago

San Rafael City Schools See attachment on original job posting Valid CA Single Subject French Credential with English Learner Authorization Refer to the job posting for a list of required skills...

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Salary for Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Foreign Language Teachers in California offer the following education background
Master's Degree
43.5%
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 in California
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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