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 High School Spanish Teacher

  • Santee, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Santee, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students and accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects...

Spanish Teacher #96 - Calaveras High School

  • Valley Springs, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Valley Springs, CA
  • 15 hours ago

About the Employer Join our team in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of California -- below the snow and above the fog -- in the heart of California's Gold Country. We are centrally located...

Spanish Teacher AND Associated Student Body/Student Activity Advisor - High School

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Spanish Teacher AND Associated Student Body/Student Activity Advisor - High School Job Description / Essential Elements: Salary: Appropriate placement on the certificated salary schedule based on...

Spanish Teacher Yuba City High School for the 2025-2026 School Year About the Employer Join the YCUSD Team! Yuba City Unified School District is located in beautiful Northern California. Sutter...

2025-2026 Spanish Teacher - High School (Pacoima)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

In YPICS, the teacher is entrusted with ensuring all students learn the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), California Content Standards, and meet the school-wide outcomes at each grade level established...

World Language Spanish Teacher - Repost

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Under the direction of the site administrator(s), the candidate will be responsible for creating lesson plans and delivering instruction to students....

About the Employer Launched in 2007, the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools' mission is to transform schools to revolutionize school systems, empowering all students with a high-quality...

World Language French Teacher- 40% FTE- Mira Costa High School

  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago

About the Employer The Governing Board is determined to provide a safe, positive environment where all district employees are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities,...

Spanish Teacher Portola Jr/Sr High School (1.0 FTE)

  • Quincy, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Quincy, CA
  • 3 days ago

Plumas Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Single Subject: SpanishPIP, STSP, and Intern eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Edjoin application2. Cover Letter3....

High School Spanish

  • Nuevo, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Nuevo, CA
  • 4 days ago

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Responsible for the instruction related to the Nuview course of study with strengths in the foreign languages, specifically Spanish....

French Teacher - Palm Springs High School

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 4 days ago

About the Employer Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen...

Spanish Teacher High School

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

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

  • Carmichael, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Carmichael, CA
  • 6 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...

Welcome The Torrance Unified School District, an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / American Disabilities Act Employer, does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against...

Spanish Teacher - High School

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

The mission of Equitas Academy Charter Schools is prepare students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity. We currently serve over 2,000 students and...

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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
43.6%
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 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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