Language Arts Teacher Jobs in California

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 - River Valley High School

  • Yuba City, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Yuba City, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

High Impact Teacher - High School English (25-26 SY)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Utilize structured lesson plans and instructional strategies to accelerate student learning. Work with both assigned students and students from other classrooms as needed....

English Teacher (High School)

  • Arbuckle, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arbuckle, CA
  • 1 day ago

Develops lesson plans for instruction....

High School English Teacher

  • Tomales, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tomales, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Summary Tomales High School (9-12) is located in the town of Tomales, California, situated approximately 18 miles west of Petaluma. It has a student population of 135 students and...

2024-25/25-26 English Teacher Middle/High

  • Reseda, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reseda, CA
  • 1 day ago

Instructional Strategies Design, write and use lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum. Ensure written plans are available for review....

English Language Arts - Teacher Lindhurst High School (2025-2026)

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

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Marysville Joint Unified School District (MJUSD) prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity,...

Prep English Teacher

  • Atherton, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Atherton, CA
  • 3 days ago

Prep English Teacher Employer Sacred Heart Schools Location Atherton, CA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Sacred Heart Schools Location Atherton, CA, US Salary Competitive categories...

English Teacher - Pacheco High School

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 days ago

Materials: Single Subject English Credential INTERNAL; Completed Edjoin Application Resume Comments and Other Information Health Benefits Cap - $24,000

VCMS English Teacher, SY 25/26

  • North Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • North Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary RESPONSIBILITIES -Utilize VCMS-developed planning templates to develop and refine curriculum maps, culminating projects, rubrics, units, and lessons that meet the...

English Teacher (Grades 9-12)

  • Rosamond, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosamond, CA
  • 3 days ago

Copy of Transcript (College Only) Credential Copy (Single Subject English) Letter of Introduction (Required) Letter(s) of Reference (Preferred) Resume (Required) Requirements / Qualifications...

Secondary English Teacher - Full-Time

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Christian High School, a college preparatory school in the greater San Diego area, is accepting applications for a Secondary English Teacher. The ideal candidate will have...

English Teacher - Pacheco High School

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 days ago

Provides individual and small group instructions in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the pupil with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes and cultural backgrounds. h....

High School ELA Teacher

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

Are you passionate about public school reform? If so, we invite you to consider being a part of New West Charter School. New West Charter School is an independent charter school serving grades...

Middle School History DUAL IMMERSION (Spanish/English) Teacher - start August 2025

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 3 days ago

Must have knowledge of the curriculum appropriate to the grade level, knowledge of instructional and classroom management skills, and effective communication skills. Requirements / Qualifications

ENGLISH TEACHER - Patterson High School

  • Patterson, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Patterson, CA
  • 3 days ago

Is available for parent conferences in or out of the seven hour work day. i. Participates in the development and revision of course outlines for the classes she/he teaches....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in California 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 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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