Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Kentucky

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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Part-Time World Language Teacher (French): 2025-2026

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 18 hours ago

The teacher uses Diagnostic Lesson Plan Format, Instructional Lesson Plan Format, or Review Lesson Plan Format, as appropriate....

High School English Instructor JOB ID: 5288494

  • Lexington, KY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 20 hours ago

Organization Information Situated in the heart of the Bluegrass region in central Kentucky, the FCPS school district is the second largest in the state, serving approximately 42,000 students with...

English Teacher at Madison Central High School

  • Richmond, KY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 20 hours ago

Organization Information The Madison County School District serves more than 11,000 students in pre-K through 12th grade. The district operates an alternative school, day treatment center and a...

Middle/High School English Language Arts Teacher

  • Ashland, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 1 day ago

Teacher Description Middle/High School English/Language Arts Teacher Comments Apply at: Fairview Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer....

Language Arts Teacher

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 1 day ago

Organization Website Organization Address 1622 Southeastern Parkway Owensboro, KY 42303 Vacancy ID 20252026 - 00583 Position Category Middle School Classroom Instructor Title Language Arts Teacher Description...

High School English Instructor JOB ID: 5285692

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Organization Information Situated in the heart of the Bluegrass region in central Kentucky, the FCPS school district is the second largest in the state, serving approximately 42,000 students with...

English Teacher - Union County High School

  • Morganfield, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Morganfield, KY
  • 2 days ago

Union County High School has a vacancy for an English Teacher for the 2025-26 school year. The highly effective and motivated candidate must have an active Teaching Certification or a Statement of...

English Teacher for High School

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Organization Information Located in the heart of central Kentucky, the Jessamine County School District currently serves more than 8000 students in preschool through 12th grade. With an average...

English/Language Arts Teacher at B. Michael Caudill Middle School

  • Richmond, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 8 days ago

Michael Caudill Middle School Description English/Language Arts Teacher at B. Michael Caudill Middle School....

Primary Teacher

  • Grethel, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Grethel, KY
  • 14 days ago

Translates lessons plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction....

High School English Teacher

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago

Organization Information Frankfort Independent School District is a unique district that serves a total enrollment of approximately 750 students. These students are educated at Early Learning...

English Teacher

  • Barbourville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Barbourville, KY
  • 14 days ago

Organization Information Our commitment to Knox County's children spans decades of service. We have six elementary schools with grades K-6: Central, Dewitt, Flat Lick, Girdler, Hampton, Lay; one...

High School English Instructor JOB ID: 5263984

  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago

Organization Information Situated in the heart of the Bluegrass region in central Kentucky, the FCPS school district is the second largest in the state, serving approximately 42,000 students with...

English Teacher

  • Hazard, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Hazard, KY
  • 14 days ago

Organization Information Our district is comprised of 11 schools. One 9-12 highschool, 1 K-12 school, 1 K-6 school and 8 K-8 schools. The schools range in sizefrom around 1,100 to just under 200...

High school english teacher at Pleasure Ridge Park High SchoolJOB ID 36650

  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago

Organization Information Jefferson County Public Schools is an urban school district serving metro Louisville. With more than 96,000 students in 172 school locations, JCPS is in the top 30 of the...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Kentucky

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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