Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Wallingford, CT

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 (Grade 9)

  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Certified Teacher/English Date Posted: 6/23/2025 Location: Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School (5 - 8)   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Teacher- English (Grade 9)...

Secondary English Teacher 2025-2026- Job ID # 13414

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

English Language Arts teaching competencies: Deep understanding of CT Common Core Standards for reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language....

Sixth Grade Dual Language Teacher (Spanish)

  • Stratford, CT (22 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stratford, CT (22 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Maintain records on children's growth and development and sharing information with parents during parent conferences....

2nd/3rd Grade (Dual Language) Teacher

  • Shelton, CT (19 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (19 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Willingness to use District issued unit plans, lesson plans, and approved curriculum....

High School English Teacher (One year term) for 25-26 SY - JOB ID# 13224

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: K-12 Teaching/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: Academy of Aerospace & Engineering 6-12 Date Available: 08/22/2025 Closing Date: 07/31/2025    The CREC Academy...

9-12 English Teacher - Masuk High School

  • Monroe, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monroe, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available...

Long Term High School ELA Teacher - Job ID # 13157

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

of the Arts High School is seeking a long term sub for the English/Language Arts Teacher for the remainder of the 24/25 school year....

Long Term Sub High School ELA Teacher - JOB ID # 13111

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

/Language Arts Teacher for start of SY 25 till 12/1/25 Position Purpose Under the general supervision of a School Principal, CREC teachers facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal...

High School English Teacher

  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Wallingford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Certified Teacher/English Date Posted: 1/21/2025 Location: Various Schools   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Teacher- English Location: New Haven Public Schools...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Wallingford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Wallingford, CT 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 Wallingford, CT
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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