English Teacher Jobs in Acton, MA

An English Teacher in secondary education is responsible for planning and delivering lessons that help students develop their reading comprehension, writing, and literary analysis skills. They prepare coursework, assign and correct homework, and assess students through exams and essays. English Teachers also foster critical thinking and discussion by introducing students to a wide range of texts from various genres and periods. They play a significant role in preparing students for college level English and ensuring their literacy skills are refined for the professional workplace. Besides, they may also provide additional support for students who are struggling, and work collaboratively with parents and other educators to enhance students' learning experience.

To be successful as an English Teacher, one should possess strong communication and organizational skills. They must have excellent command on English language and grammar, and be able to engage and motivate students. They should be creative, patient, and have a deep understanding of the learning needs and abilities of students at different ages. A Bachelor's degree in English or a related field is typically required, and most schools also require a teaching certification. Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant or a Tutor can be beneficial. Some professionals might work as a Substitute Teacher, gaining classroom experience and improving their teaching skills, before moving into a full-time English Teacher role.

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Concord Middle School 7th grade LTS English teacher

  • Concord, MA (5 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (5 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

The classroom teacher is responsible for the delivery of grade-level curriculum and for differentiating instruction....

English Teacher - LTS - 2025-2026

  • Concord, MA (5 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (5 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

This position is for a.75 classroom teacher responsible for the delivery of grade-level English curriculum and for differentiating instruction....

English Teacher- Charter Middle School - 2025-26

  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

As an English Teacher, we hope that you feel excited about coaching students to grow as readers, writers, and thinkers....

7-12th Grade English Teacher 2025-2026

  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: The English Teacher is responsible for delivering the English curriculum for Grades 7-12 at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS)....

English Teacher - 0.2 FTE

  • Westford, MA (4 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westford, MA (4 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

High School English Teacher.2 FTE Westford Public Schools is seeking a.2FTE for an assignment at Westford Academy....

Special Education English Language Arts Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS Walsh Middle School TITLE: Special Education English Language Arts Teacher Language and Learning Disabilities (LLD) Program 2025-2026 School Year POSITION SUMMARY : To provide...

1.0 FTE High School English Teacher (Anticipated 25-26)

  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

1.0 FTE High School English Teacher (Anticipated 25-26 school year only)

  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

1.0 FTE Middle School English Teacher (Anticipated 25-26)

  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

LTS High School English Teacher 5975

  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Goal: The English Teacher fosters a love of learning that encourages student curiosity, engagement, and growth in a welcoming community of learners....

Exam School Initiative - Mathematics or Language Arts Teacher or STEAM Teacher (Summer 2025)

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Anticipated total of 120 hours of onsite program time with the expectation of at least ten additional hours for staff meeting/lesson planning preparation/PD time/reporting time, and completion of progress...

English Language Arts Teacher, Grade 8 (SY 25-26)

  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

The 8th grade English Language Arts teacher at the Putnam Avenue Upper School will teach 4 sections of English Language Arts from a standards based, rigorous curriculum that centers diverse, high-quality...

High School ELA Teacher - Leominster High School - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Leominster Public Schools Leominster High School ELA Teacher 2025-2026 School Year Leominster High School is seeking an English Language Arts teacher for a permanent position starting in August 2025...

Middle School ELA Teacher [SY25/26]

  • Dorchester, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 days ago

07th April, 2025 Why NHCS? Neighborhood House Charter School (NHCS) is a tuition-free open enrollment charter school for grades K1-12 in Dorchester that is a public alternative to traditional...

Anticipated Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Everett, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Everett, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Duties: Plan and facilitate lessons aligned with the Massachusetts English Language Arts and Literacy Curriculum Frameworks and district-provided curricula....

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Salary for English Teacher Jobs in Acton, MA

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

Highest Education Level

English Teachers in Acton, MA 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 English Teachers in Acton, MA
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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