Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Paducah, KY

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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25-26 MCHS English Teacher

  • Paducah, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 4 days ago

25-26 MCHS English Teacher McCracken McCracken County High School - Paducah, Kentucky This job is also posted in McCracken County Schools Job Details Job ID:5095602 Application Deadline:Posted...

English Language Teacher at Livingston Central High School

  • Smithland, KY (22 miles from Paducah, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smithland, KY (22 miles from Paducah, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Organization Information The Livingston County Schools serve a population of slightly over 1200 students. These students attend one of two elementary schools, the middle school, or the 9-12 high...

English/Language Arts teacher ELA & Math certificates or two or more areas of certification are preferred. (Science, Social Studies)

  • Bardwell, KY (20 miles from Paducah, KY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bardwell, KY (20 miles from Paducah, KY)
  • 45+ days ago

(Science, Social Studies) Description CCMS is seeking a dedicated English/Language Arts teacher committed to helping students develop strong reading, writing, and critical thinking skills....

Demographic Data for Paducah, KY

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Paducah, KY

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Paducah, KY 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 Paducah, KY
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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