Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Austin, TX

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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High School ELA Teacher

  • Education Service Center Region 13 (TX)
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 5/26/2026 Location: Lago Vista High School District:   Lago Vista ISD  Additional Information: Show/Hide An excellent...

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English Literature Teacher - High School

  • Basis Ed
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 25 days ago

The role of the English Literature Teacher (SET) is to ensure the day-to-day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject specific lesson plans....

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English Literature Teacher - High School 26/27

  • Basis.ed
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 26 days ago

The role of the English Literature Teacher (SET) is to ensure the day-to-day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject specific lesson plans....

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2026/27 High School ELA Teacher

  • LEANDER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Openings as of 5/1/2026 force display?True Openings as of 5/1/2026 2026/27 High School ELA Teacher JobID: 10351 Position Type: 01 - High School Teacher/ ELA & ESL Teacher Date Posted: 4/30/2026...

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2026/27 High School ELA Teacher

  • Education Service Center Region 13 (TX)
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: 01 - High School Teacher/ELA & ESL Teacher Date Posted: 4/30/2026 Location: Cedar Park High School Date Available: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: Open until filled District:   Leander...

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2026/27 High School ELA Teacher (Possible Speech and Debate)

  • LEANDER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
  • Leander, TX (23 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Leander, TX (23 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Openings as of 4/27/2026 force display?True Openings as of 4/27/2026 2026/27 High School ELA Teacher (Possible Speech and Debate) JobID: 10334 Position Type: 01 - High School Teacher/ ELA & ESL...

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HS English-Language Arts Teacher

  • Texas Empowerment Academy
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary: We're seeking a dedicated and passionate High School English/Language Arts Teacher to join our team....

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HS English Teacher

  • Education Service Center Region 13 (TX)
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Language Arts & Reading (8-12) HS English Teacher - instruct students in grades 9-12, focusing on literature analysis, writing, grammar, & communication skills....

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2026-2027 HS English Teacher

  • Del Valle ISD (TX)
  • Del Valle, TX (10 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Del Valle, TX (10 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of the district curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Austin, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.2%
High School or GED
2.8%
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 Austin, TX
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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