Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Melrose, MA

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 ELA Teacher

  • Uncommon Schools
  • Quincy, MA (15 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (15 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Uncommon High School English Language Arts (ELA) teachers are passionate about literature and building an engaging, rigorous classroom culture focusing on helping all students prepare...

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English Teacher Position

  • Malden Catholic High School
  • Malden, MA (1 mile from Melrose, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Malden, MA (1 mile from Melrose, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Malden Catholic, a Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Codivisional Middle and High School for young men and women, seeks a candidate for a full-time grade 7-12 English teacher position for the 2026-2027...

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2026-2027 High School ELA Teacher

  • Boston Preparatory Charter Public
  • Hyde Park, MA (14 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hyde Park, MA (14 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 5 days ago

This also includes responding to the individual needs of students by holding regular office hours, at least once a week, and planning for small group instruction (SGI) blocks, held during the school...

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American Sign Language Teacher (2026-2027)

  • Minuteman High School
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Implement lessons and Project-Based Learning activities from curriculum specifically designed to coincide with the Massachusetts State Frameworks and Common Core State Standards...

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1.0 FTE Long-Term Substitute English Teacher

  • Lexington Public Schools
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

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French World Language Teacher

  • Melrose Public Schools
  • Melrose, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Melrose, MA
  • 12 days ago

Incorporates appropriate technology and media in lesson planning....

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High School English Teacher - 0.6 FTE - SY 26/27 (One-Year Position)

  • Wellesley Public Schools
  • Wellesley, MA (15 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (15 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

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High School English Teacher

  • South Shore Charter Public School
  • Norwell, MA (24 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Norwell, MA (24 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Teachers should supply assignments on Google Classroom, or indicate the locations of the substitute packet materials.. - Faculty are expected to be in attendance 3-5 days prior to the opening of the...

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Middle School ELA Teacher-District Wide

  • Haverhill Public Schools
  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 19 days ago

HAVERHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS 01830 HAVERHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS A DIVERSE ENVIRONMENT AND IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE...

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English Teacher, High School - part time position, 1 year position

  • Brookline Public Schools
  • Brookline, MA (10 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brookline, MA (10 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 22 days ago

instruction and assess learning using a variety of methods A strong foundation in student-centered pedagogy Bachelor's Degree Major or minor in the content area DESE certification, 9-12 English SEI...

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Middle School ELA Teacher

  • The Carroll School
  • Lincoln, MA (13 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lincoln, MA (13 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Responsibilities: Teach English Language Arts classes of 8-12 students (4 classes a day) Apply a multisensory, diagnostic, prescriptive approach to instruction Complete OG Training within the first...

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Long Term Substitute Middle School World Language Teacher

  • Westwood Public Schools MA
  • Westwood, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Deliver differentiated instruction that meets the diverse needs of learners and connects to prior knowledge and real-world relevance....

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World Language Teacher - 0.4 Armenian (SY 26-27)

  • Watertown Public Schools MA
  • Watertown, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Watertown, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Familiarity with any or all of the following programs preferred: Fundations, Wit & Wisdom, Eureka2, and responsive classroom Teaching All Students: (Meeting Diverse Needs, Student Engagement, Safe Learning...

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English Teacher 1035

  • Winchester Public Schools
  • Winchester, MA (4 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winchester, MA (4 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Winchester High School is looking for a talented and dedicated English teacher who is passionate about creating a student-centered environment conducive to the intellectual, social, and emotional...

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Anticipated High School English Teacher

  • Newton Public Schools
  • Newton, MA (9 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, MA (9 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

instruction to meet the needs of all students Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as in educational plans (IEPs and 504)) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students Use...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Melrose, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Melrose, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.2%
High School or GED
2.8%
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 Melrose, MA
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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