Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Michigan

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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Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

  • Zeeland, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Zeeland, MI
  • 1 day ago

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher JobID: 3537 Position Type: Middle School Teaching & Professional Staff Date Posted: 4/28/2025 Location: Creekside Middle School Additional Information: Show...

School Information: Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Wellspring Preparatory High School opened in 2010 and serves students 9-12. At Wellspring Prep, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more...

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 4/22/2025 Location: Jenison Innovation Academy Closing Date: until filled    PART-TIME ONLINE SECONDARY AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL)...

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Secondary English Teacher - Full Time

  • Fairview, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Fairview, MI
  • 14 days ago

English Language Arts (BQ) or related Salary: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement....

Middle School ELA Teacher 25/26 School Year

  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles....

Middle School ELA Teacher - SY 25/26

  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 days ago

About the Opportunity: Responsibilities of the Teacher include to- Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year Differentiate instruction to meet the...

Part Time English and Spanish Language Instructor

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 22 days ago

No Stress, No Extra Work: Forget about lesson planning, parent conferences, or endless grading. We want you to focus on inspiring your students!...

High School English Teacher

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 27 days ago

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles....

High School English Teacher

  • Holland, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 27 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: High School Campus Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Benton Harbor, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Benton Harbor, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Middle School ELA Teacher 2024 - 2025 Benton Harbor Charter School Academy believes that the most significant learning occurs where trust and love for one another are the foundation. As you enter...

Secondary English Teacher- Rockford High School

  • Grandville, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grandville, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Secondary English Teacher- Rockford High School JobID: 23103 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: Rockford High School Closing Date: Until Filled District:...

2025-26 School Year: Middle School Language Arts Teacher

  • Marshall, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marshall, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Additional endorsement in Math, Science or Social Studies, desired but not required....

2025-26 School Year: English Teacher

  • Marshall, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marshall, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Additional endorsement in Math, Social Studies, or Science, desired but not required....

2025-26 School Year: English Teacher

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Additional endorsement in Math, Social Studies, or Science, desired but not required....

Middle School ELA Teacher - SY 25/26

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

About the Opportunity: Responsibilities of the Teacher include to- Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year Differentiate instruction to meet the...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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