Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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 English Teacher

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of...

Full-time English Teacher 2025-2026

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School invites applications for a full-time position as a teacher in the English Department for the 2025-2026 academic year. Located in Washington, DC, and...

1st and 2nd Grade Lead English Teacher - Sacred Heart School - Washington DC

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met....

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

  • Potomac, MD (17 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (17 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Potomac, MD Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Instructional Faculty Description Bullis School seeks a Middle School Language Arts Teacher...

High School English Teacher

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 15 days ago

instruction based on student level of mastery Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools under guidance from principal...

6th Grade English/Language Arts Teacher

  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Sixth Grade Language Arts teacher needs to inspire a passion for reading and writing amongst students using a workshop model, work closely with grade level colleagues to design integrated units,...

English Language Arts Teacher - High School

  • McLean, VA (9 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (9 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

BASIS Independent McLean is seeking qualified candidates for a High School English Language Arts Teacher for Fall 2025!...

English Teacher

  • North Bethesda, MD (16 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (16 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Georgetown Preparatory School, the nation's oldest Jesuit high school, is currently seeking a fulltime English teacher to begin employment in the 2025-26 academic year. The ideal candidate will...

Hybrid High School ELA Teacher

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Company : Campus Specifics Why Collegiate Academy? Friendship Collegiate Academy builds scholars ready for the rigors and rewards of college. By immersing students in a collegiate environment that...

Math Teacher (PC 1388) for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Uses pre-assessment data to develop expectations for students, to differentiate instruction, and to document learning....

Demographic Data for Alexandria, VA

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA
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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