Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Naperville, IL

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 English Language Arts Teacher (Long Term Sub)

  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Openings as of 7/27/2025 High School English Language Arts Teacher (Long Term Sub) JobID: 13787 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 7/22/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School...

English Teacher

  • Naperville, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations. 3....

Language Arts Teacher

  • Plainfield, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

6th Grade Language Arts Teacher

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Duties The 6th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging and standards-based instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to junior high students....

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

Long Term Substitute for High School English Reading Teacher - Leave Only

  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English - Reading Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location: Lisle High School Date Available: 09/02/2025 District:   Lisle Community Unit School District #202...

Anticipated World Language Teacher - Spanish (.4)

  • Norridge, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norridge, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Foreign Language - Spanish Date Posted: 5/7/2025 Location: Ridgewood High School District 234 Date Available: 2025-26 Closing Date: Until filled   ...

Anticipated Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

  • Blue Island, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Blue Island, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Arts teacher is responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated instruction that is aligned to the curriculum and learning standards....

1st Grade Dual Language Teacher (Spanish)

  • River Grove, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • River Grove, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

plans and delivering engaging, differentiated instruction that is aligned with the curriculum through an interisciplinary and biliterate approach....

High School English Language Learner Teacher (Part Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

High School English Language Learner Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

English Teacher (Part- Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations. 3....

English Teacher Part-Time (.1 FTE)

  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: English Date Posted: 3/26/2025 Location: Maine East High School Closing Date: 04/05/2025    Part Time (.1 FTE) English Teacher at Maine East High School. This position is 1...

High School English Language Learner and Math Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: until filled    Description: Perform functions to...

High School English Language Arts Teacher (Long Term Sub) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Naperville, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Naperville, IL 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 Naperville, IL
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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