Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Union, 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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Upper School English Teacher (Grade 8)

  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Competencies Content Knowledge: Possess a passion for literature, writing, and language, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to staying current with curricular best practices in English Language Arts...

English Teacher one year position-US

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 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...

9-12 High School English Teacher

  • Irvington, NJ (2 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvington, NJ (2 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

9-12 High School English Teacher JobID: 5410 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Teacher Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Irvington High School Closing Date: 09/01/2025...

Middle School ELA Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Union, 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....

Middle School ELA Teacher (2025-26 SY)

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

plans, progress reports, report cards, and administrative functions with care and timeliness Perform other school duties and responsibilities as requested by the Principal What You'll Bring to the...

Anticipated English Teacher - Dover High School - 2025-2026

  • Dover, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

ANTICIPATED ENGLISH TEACHER - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL - 2025-2026 JobID: 1411 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Dover High School Date Available: 08/25/2025...

Anticipated Special Ed English Teacher

  • Wayne, NJ (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

, and resources approved by the Wayne Board of Education and aligned to NJ state standards and mandates Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that provide appropriate instructional strategies...

English Teacher

  • Bound Brook, NJ (16 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (16 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Sets specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives....

American Sign Language Teacher

  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Openings as of 6/3/2025 American Sign Language Teacher JobID: 10966 Position Type: ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHING/Teacher Date Posted: 6/2/2025 Location: TBD Date Available: Anticipated...

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher 2025-2026

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Using a shared FLACS Network English language arts curriculum aligned with the NYS Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards, the English Language Arts Teacher will design daily lesson...

American Sign Language Teacher

  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

09/01/2025 Additional Information: Effective Date(s): September 1, 2025 Staff Needed: One (1) Drama Teacher Qualifications: New Jersey Arts Teacher Certification-Drama Knowledge of the Common Core...

English as a Second Language Teacher & Department Chair

  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 14 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...

English Teacher - Bronx Campus (2025/ 2026 School Year)

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Description ABOUT THE POSITION: UD Team teachers are dynamic educators who utilize data-driven approaches in a student-paced, competency-based curriculum. With a deep understanding of the unique...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Madison, NJ (9 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (9 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Language Arts Date Posted: 5/31/2025 Location: Junior School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 06/13/2025    Position: Middle School ELA...

High School English Teacher (Bronx, NY)

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that align with NY State Next Gen standards. Foster a love for reading and writing in students....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Union, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Union, 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
1.8%
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 Union, 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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