Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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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English Teacher

  • Arlington, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Arlington, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Candidates should have experience differentiating instruction for a wide array of student learning needs as well as knowledge of social emotional learning strategies....

High School Ela Teacher (Sy 25 -26)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

HIGH SCHOOL ELA TEACHER (SY 25 -26) Hyde Park, MA Full Time Entry Level Full Time Teacher Job Description About APR Academy of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School (APR) is a tuition-free, public...

2025 Summer School Programs - High School: English Teachers

  • Somerville, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 2 days ago

Job Goal : Somerville High is continuing a summer program for students to recover credit. The summer program will provide a positive and cooperative learning environment which will address student...

English Teacher (Long Term Substitute, April -June 2025)

  • Arlington, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, MA
  • 4 days ago

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own...

French World Language Teacher

  • Melrose, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Melrose, MA
  • 4 days ago

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

World Language Teacher

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 5 days ago

Use a variety of instructional strategies, including immersive language techniques, project-based learning, and technology integration....

Dual Language Elementary English Teachers are responsible for planning and teaching units of Math, Social Studies, and English Language Arts in English for English Learners and Spanish Learners together...

English Teacher

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 5 days ago

HCCS is looking for teachers who: Demonstrate a high-level of professionalism.Differentiate across unit and lesson plans vis-a-vis the UDL frameworks.Illustrate a common understanding of language objectives...

SY25-26 Aspire Academy High School English Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 6 days ago

Grades: 9-12 English Teacher Full Time Start Date: Immediate Base Salary: Up to $90,424 and commensurate with experience Job Responsibilities Educator responsibilities in SEZP include: Enacting...

Temporary English Language Arts Teacher - Grade 8

  • Ware, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ware, MA
  • 6 days ago

Ware Junior Senior High School is looking for a Temporary English Language Arts Teacher for Grade 8 students for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year....

High School ELA Teacher[SY25/26]

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 10 days ago

13th March, 2025 Why NHCS? Neighborhood House Charter School (NHCS) is a tuition-free open enrollment charter school for grades K1-12 in Dorchester that is a public alternative to traditional...

English Teacher - Long-term Substitute

  • Dracut, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Dracut, MA
  • 10 days ago

Dracut High School is seeking a long-term substitute English teacher with an approximate start date of April 16, 2025.This position will be for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.Courses...

7-12th Grade English Teacher

  • Malden, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Malden, MA
  • 11 days ago

Job Description The English Teacher is responsible for implementing Mystic Valley Regional Charter School's (MVRCS) English program in Grades 7-12. The English Teacher delivers instruction...

Pollard Middle School ELA Teacher (SY 25-26)

  • Needham, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Needham, MA
  • 12 days ago

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or Designee Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Holds a Massachusetts Teaching License in English Language Arts for Grades 6-8 Holds...

Middle School English Teacher

  • Marblehead, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA
  • 16 days ago

Incorporate goals, competencies, and objectives into lesson plans that directly apply to students' lives. Two or more years teaching experience in elementary/middle school grades?...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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