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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World Language Teacher

  • Swansea, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Swansea, MA
  • 1 day ago

World Language Teacher Swansea Public Schools Joseph Case High School - Swansea, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5260841 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Yesterday Starting...

(ELL) English as a Second Language Teacher - 25/26 School Year

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago

Implement content curriculum using WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards and Common Core State Standards for ELs in grades 9-12....

Bulletin 2457 Substitute English Teacher at Braintree High School

  • Braintree, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 2 days ago

The Braintree Public School District is seeking a Substitute English Teacher to cover a leave of absence. The candidate will be covering Grade 9 and 10 ELA classes beginning Oct 6, 2025 through...

World Language Teacher High School

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 2 days ago

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

English Language Arts Teacher

  • Winthrop, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Winthrop, MA
  • 3 days ago

The High School ELA Teacher provides learning experiences in ELA, and helps each student develop competence in basic ELA skills and an understanding of the structure of ELA, motivates each student...

High School English Teacher

  • Quincy, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Develop and implement effective daily lesson plans that align with the curriculum and educational standards along with district and school wide pacing, scope and sequence....

World Language Teacher/Portuguese and Spanish

  • Lakeville, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakeville, MA
  • 3 days ago

The students, staff and administration of Apponequet Regional High School are excited to build upon our team of amazing educators as we seek a dynamic forward thinking, student centered, staff...

English Teacher - Library Media Specialist - High School

  • Baldwinville, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baldwinville, MA
  • 3 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMA Licensure (Academic Teacher English) field for grades 8-12 required in accordance with DESE regulationsEducation and/or experience in related fieldMassachusetts Licensure...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Brockton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 4 days ago

Ability to use or learn relevant technology (Google Classroom, Zoom, IXL, Etc.)...

Spanish Language Teacher

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

Spanish Language Teacher Ware Public Schools Ware Junior Senior High School - Ware, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5255125 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 25, 2025 Starting...

English Teacher

  • Mashpee, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Mashpee, MA
  • 6 days ago

English Teacher Mashpee Public Schools Mashpee Middle-High School - Mashpee, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Mashpee Public Schools Job Details Job ID:5255293 Application Deadline:Jul 07,...

English Teacher - Southbridge High School

  • Southbridge, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Southbridge, MA
  • 7 days ago

Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,200 students across six schools-and we're in the midst of an exciting and measurable transformation. In particular, our secondary schools are on a...

English Teacher

  • Reading, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Reading, MA
  • 7 days ago

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts about 15 miles north of Boston, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of English Teacher. Founded in 1961, Austin Prep is an...

English / Language Arts Teacher

  • Webster, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Webster, MA
  • 8 days ago

English / Language Arts Teacher Webster Public Schools Webster Middle School - Webster, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5233915 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 12, 2025 Starting...

High School English Teacher

  • Fall River, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Fall River, MA
  • 8 days ago

High School English Teacher Argosy Collegiate Charter School Argosy Collegiate Charter High School - Fall River, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5233579 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

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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
1.8%
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 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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