Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Oakland, 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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English Teacher - 1.0 FTE - Valley High School / 2025-26 School Year

  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

About the Employer Dublin, a suburban city in Alameda County's East Bay and Tri-Valley regions, has a population of about 73,000 and sits at the I-580/680 intersection. Dublin Unified School...

English Teacher - Pinole Valley High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Please submit an EdJoin application, letter of interest, current resume, copy of credential Clear, Preliminary or Intern Single Subject English Credential, copy of English Learner Authorization,...

English Teacher - Middle School (25-26)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Implement culturally responsive classroom management strategies to create a safe environment for all students to learn & achieve....

English Teacher (1.0 FTE, Mills High School Post # 25089)

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Valid CA Single Subject - English Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Comments and Other Information San Mateo Union High School...

English Teacher-1.0 FTE @ Amador Valley High School - C26-1020

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

English Teacher-1.0 FTE @ Amador Valley High School - C26-1020 Print Requirements / Qualifications Single Subject Teaching Credential-English Copy of Transcript (Bachelor's and Postgraduate Degree...

English Teacher - Richmond High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

English Teacher - Richmond High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026 View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Please submit an EdJoin application, letter of interest, current resume,...

English Teacher - De Anza High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

English Teacher - De Anza High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026 View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Please submit an EdJoin application, letter of interest, current resume,...

Secondary English Teacher Pool

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Copy of Transcript (This is a Required Document ) Credential Copy (This is a Required Document ) Letter of Introduction (This is a Required Document ) Letter(s) of Recommendation (This is a...

English Teacher-1.0 FTE @ Foothill High School - C26-1018

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

English Teacher-1.0 FTE @ Foothill High School - C26-1018 Print Requirements / Qualifications Single Subject Teaching Credential-English Copy of Transcript (Bachelor's and Postgraduate Degree if...

High School English Teacher

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago

About the Employer St. Ignatius College Preparatory is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1855. Through a rigorous and integrated program of academic, spiritual,...

2025-26 High School English Teacher (11th/12th)

  • Hayward, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 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...

Upper School English Teacher

  • Lafayette, CA (9 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (9 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Developing daily lesson plans and assessments of student performance?...

English Teacher - 1.0 FTE - Berkeley High School - 25-26 SY

  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Internal & External Applicants: -EdJoin Application -Valid, California Teaching Credential: Single Subject - English -English Learner (EL) Authorization External Applicants must also submit:...

EL English Teacher - 1.0 FTE - Berkeley High School - 25-26 SY

  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Berkeley Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Internal & External Applicants:-EdJoin Application-Valid, California Teaching Credential: Single Subject - English-English...

English Teacher (1.0 FTE, Burlingame High School Post # 25069)

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Valid CA Single Subject - English Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Comments and Other Information San Mateo Union High School...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Oakland, 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
1.9%
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 Oakland, 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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