Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

A Language Arts Teacher in secondary education is responsible for the instruction of English Literature, Reading, Writing, and other language-related topics to students from Grade 6 to 12. Their duties include preparing lesson plans, conducting classes, providing one-on-one guidance to students, grading assignments, and tests, as well as collaborating with other educators to integrate cross-curricular instruction. They are also tasked with fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that nurtures students' language development skills, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and promoting cultural appreciation through literature.

Important skills for a Language Arts Teacher include strong communication, patience, creativity, and organizational abilities. They should be adept at classroom management and able to accommodate diverse learning styles. Relevant certifications can include a Bachelor's degree in English or a related field, a teaching credential, and in many states, a Master's degree in Education is often preferred or required. Prior to becoming a Language Arts Teacher, a person may hold roles such as a Teacher's Assistant, a Tutor, or an English Literature Instructor at a smaller scale like a tuition center.

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High School ELA Teacher

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

High School ELA Teacher Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on...

English Teacher High School (9th-12th) SY 25-26

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Bachelor's Degree English Teaching Certification Requirements / Qualifications Job Summary Job Summary Job Description Teachers Reports to: Principal Must have a single-subject English Credential...

Spanish Language Teacher at Redondo Union High School, #210

  • Redondo Beach, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary This is a full-time teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year. This teaching position will receive sick days, is eligible for health benefits and will receive...

English Teacher - Santa Monica High School

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,835 students. SMMUSD is...

English Teacher - Sierra High School

  • Azusa, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Azusa, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Azusa Unified The high school classroom teacher teaches classes appropriate to his/her academic background in Grades 9-12, and shares in the responsibilites of the total education program. A....

2025-2026 Title I English Teacher

  • Reseda, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reseda, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago

The dean of academics will review all lesson plans Ensure lesson plans show modifications for differences in student learning styles Teach instructional subjects according to guidelines established...

English Teacher - Sierra High School

  • Azusa, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Azusa, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The high school classroom teacher teaches classes appropriate to his/her academic background in Grades 9-12, and shares in the responsibilites of the total education program. A. Teaches courses in...

English Teacher (Monterey High School) 2025-26 School Year

  • Burbank, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Position is for the 2025 - 2026 school year Requirements / Qualifications MUST have Single Subject Teaching Credential in English. Along with you application you must...

English teacher (Middle and High School)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

English is your native language Fully credentialed English teacher and a minimum of 3 years teaching experience Has a dynamic, energetic, and outgoing classroom demeanor and has strong...

2025-2026 High School - English Teacher - Applicant Pool - OPEN, PROMOTIONAL & TEMPORARY

  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

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...

English Teacher - High School

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 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...

High School English Teacher ('25-'26)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Become an English teacher at STEM Prep! This is a position at our high school, Math and Science College Prep. If you are passionate about closing the socio-economic,...

English Teacher - High School

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago

About the Employer The mission of Equitas Academy is to prepare students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspire them to be champions of equity. At Equitas Academy, we foster...

English Teacher (Candidate Pool, Secondary Level)

  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Copy of Transcript (unofficial transcripts - undergrad and post grad) Credential Copy (copy of current CA credential with document number and expiration date) English Learner Authorization (CLAD...

English Teacher/English Language Development - Hoover HIgh School

  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glendale, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

About the Employer In Glendale Unified schools, we focus on maximizing student achievement, fostering students' social and emotional growth, and creating a vibrant, inclusive environment where all...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.6%
Doctorate Degree
21.4%
High School or GED
2.9%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
Some High School
0.4%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Language Arts Teachers in Los Angeles, CA
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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