Language Arts Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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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Special Education English Teacher

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Special Education English Teacher JobID: 2533 Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education/Language Arts Teacher Date Posted: 8/14/2025 Location: Morristown High School Date Available: 10/13...

As a 3-6 English Language Arts teacher we know you love reading intrinsically and have unwavering belief in holding the bar high for all readers....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Deptford, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Middle School ELA Teacher JobID: 1310 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 8/12/2025 Location: Deptford Middle School Date Available: 09/02/2025...

Foundation Academies - High School English Teacher

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Our Promise: To equip all scholars to excel in learning and empower them to lead purpose-filled lives. Purpose: We exist to address inequity facing the communities that we are honored to serve....

Leave of Absence English Teacher

  • Haledon, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Haledon, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available...

English Teacher (Grades 9-12)

  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Submit highly effective lesson plans that are reflective of quality instruction, in the approved format to the Principal or Supervisor as required and requested....

High School ELA Teacher - Now Hiring

  • Gloucstr City, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Gloucstr City, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Uncommon High School English Language Arts (ELA) teachers are passionate about literature and building an engaging, rigorous classroom culture focusing on helping all students prepare...

High School ELA Teacher

  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Uncommon High School English Language Arts (ELA) teachers are passionate about literature and building an engaging, rigorous classroom culture focusing on helping all students prepare...

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

  • Union, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Language Arts Teacher 2025-2026 School Year The Township of Union Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and qualified Middle School ELA Teacher REQUIRED: Appropriate NJ Certification...

High School English Teacher - Leave Replacement

  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 8/5/2025 Location: James Caldwell High School Date Available: 11/03/2025 Closing Date: until filled   Additional Information:...

Starting in 7th Grade and continuing through 12th Grade our students engage in thematic units while learning to comprehend and analyze complex grade-level texts as required by the Common Core State...

High School English Teacher

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and standards-based instruction Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect student needs and curriculum goals Establish a classroom culture that promotes learning...

High School English Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 21 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 21 days ago

instruction Teaching and enforcing school-wide systems and structures Participating in whole school events and home visits to help build strong trusting relationships with students and their families...

English as a Second Language Teacher- Leave Replacement

  • Howell, NJ
  • 21 days ago
  • Howell, NJ
  • 21 days ago

English as a Second Language Teacher- Leave Replacement JobID: 4043 Position Type: District Date Posted: 7/24/2025 Location: District Closing Date: 08/15/2025   Additional Information:...

Special Education - High School English Teacher

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Position Type: High School Special Ed Date Posted: 8/12/2025 Location: Toms River Regional Schools Closing Date: 08/27/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide The Toms River Regional...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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