Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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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Middle School ELA Teacher SY25-26

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher JOB DESCRIPTION : La Academias English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher will play an essential role in the growth and development of our students and our new Middle...

Language Arts Teacher, High School

  • Middletown, DE (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Middletown, DE (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: High School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: MOT Charter School Date Available: 08/19/2025 District:   MOT Charter School    Position Overview : MOT...

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

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: High School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: Odyssey Charter School Date Available: August 2025 District:   Odyssey Charter School    HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH...

SY 25-26 - High School - ELA Teacher - Special Education

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: High School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Location: The John Dickinson High School Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled District:   Red Clay Consolidated...

High School English Teacher

  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Description: Responsibilities: Develop and implement curricula to meet the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)....

Middle School ELA Teacher(Sponsorship is NOT currently available)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: Middle School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 3/1/2025 Location: East Side Charter School Date Available: District:   East Side Charter School    JOB TITLE: Teacher REPORTS...

Middle School ELA Teacher (25-26 SY)

  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: Middle School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 1/31/2025 Location: Charter School of New Castle (High-Needs School) Date Available: August 2025 District:   Charter School of New...

High School English Teacher (24-25 SY)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: High School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 4/18/2024 Location: Freire Charter School (High-Needs School) District:   Freire Charter School    ***Please submit all applications...

High School English Teacher (25-25 SY)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Position Type: High School/ English Language Arts Date Posted: 1/7/2025 Location: Freire Charter School (High-Needs School) District:   Freire Charter School    ***Please submit all applications...

English as a Second Language Teacher - Media, PA

  • Media, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Media, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

instructional/lesson plans and related activities in support of the students' IEPs by planning activities that are aligned with the school's curriculum and relevant state standards to ensure that students...

High School English Teacher

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago

.- Read and stay abreast of current topics in education.- Utilize various curriculum resources.- Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans.- Utilize curricula that reflect the...

1.0 English Language Arts Teacher

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 24 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 24 days ago

1.0 English Language Arts Teacher LOCATION: Adams Middle School REPORTS TO: Building Administrator COMPENSATION: Range starts at $53,915 based on W-WEA Collective Agreement BENEFITS: Medical, Vision...

High School English Teacher

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 29 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 29 days ago

Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans. Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor....

Math English Teacher in Wilmington, DE

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Strong background in teaching Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. Experience working with IDEA eligible students. Ability to adapt lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs....

Middle/Upper School English Teacher

  • Bryn Mawr, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 30+ days ago

The position includes teaching one section of Grade 8 English Language Arts and four sections of Upper School English....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE
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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