Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Leonardo, NJ

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 At Abraham Clark High School

  • Roselle, NJ (19 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Roselle, NJ (19 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

ENGLISH TEACHER AT ABRAHAM CLARK HIGH SCHOOL JobID: 2231 Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 7/10/2025 Location: District

High School English Teacher

  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans; and carry through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives Monitor students' academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of...

High School ELA Teacher (25-26 SY)

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate as needed Execute specially designed lesson plans that are guided by clear objectives, focus on conceptual understanding, and are assessed routinely...

High School English Teacher

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

instruction; are creative problem solvers and innovators who possess a growth-mindset; Overview of the position: LREI high school teachers are lifelong learners who are reflective about their practice...

High School ELA Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)New

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Content Area Expert: You engage scholars with differentiated instruction and deliver high-quality curriculum by preparing rigorous and engaging lessons through thoughtful lesson planning....

English Teacher (LOA Term)

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Certifications/Qualifications Valid NYS English Language Arts (Grades 7-12) certification Strong pedagogical approach to teaching and learning in English Language Arts, with a focus on NYS standards...

High School English Teacher

  • Wall, NJ (16 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wall, NJ (16 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

High School English Teacher JobID: 1928 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: Wall High School Closing Date: 07/10/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Upper School World Language Teacher

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, and designing, and implementing assessments Exercises classroom management with the use of fair and consistent standards and appropriate...

High School ELA Teacher

  • Jersey City, NJ (21 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (21 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Why Our School is Special We have achieved a high level of academic success without burning out our teachers by meshing an effective education program with effective teacher supports and...

High School ELA Teacher

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Plan with the appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students....

High School English Teacher (Part-Time)

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

THE ROLE LEAD Charter School seeks an exceptional English Teacher to join our mission-driven community. Our goal is to transform equity through opportunities for young people in Newark. Our...

English as a Second Language Teacher & Department Chair

  • Jersey City, NJ (21 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (21 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Lesson Plan Review and Feedback - You shall provide a system for lesson plan submission, conduct a weekly review of, and provide feedback on, teacher lesson plans for each week, ensuring that intentional...

High School English Teacher

  • Woodbridge, NJ (15 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (15 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

High School English Teacher JobID: 3617 Position Type: Curriculum/Teacher Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: Woodbridge Township School District Closing Date: until filled Salary: Following the...

[School Year 2025-2026] Middle School ELA Teacher

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

planning, following school-wide protocols for developing and documenting syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and rubrics, and utilizing research-based best practices to support all learners; Actively...

English Teacher one year position-US

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Leonardo, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Who we are? Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Leonardo, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Leonardo, NJ 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 Leonardo, NJ
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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