Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Plainfield, 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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Language Arts Teacher

  • Plainfield, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL
  • 27 days ago

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

Middle School Social Studies and English Language Arts Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

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

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

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

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 45+ 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...

Middle School Bilingual ESL English/Language Arts Teacher - 2 Positions Available

  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Bilingual ESL English Language Arts teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year....

High School ESL English/Language Arts Teacher

  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full time ESL English/Language Arts teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year....

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

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

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

Middle School ESL English/Language Arts Teacher

  • Romeoville, IL (8 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (8 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time ESL English Language Arts teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year....

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

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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

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

EL English Teacher - East (part-time 0.2 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (20 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

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

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

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

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

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

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

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

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

Demographic Data for Plainfield, IL

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Plainfield, IL

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Plainfield, 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
1.8%
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 Plainfield, 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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