Language Arts Teacher Jobs in California

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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English Teacher, Judkins Middle School 2025-2026

  • Arroyo Grande, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provides individualized and small group instruction (as necessary) to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

Language Arts Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

  • Shafter, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shafter, CA
  • 1 day ago

Communicates with parents, school administrators, and school counselors on student progress; holds parent conferences to discuss the school program and individual pupil's progress....

English Teacher for Turlock High School 2025-26

  • Turlock, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Turlock, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

English Teacher - Pacheco High School

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provides individual and small group instructions in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the pupil with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes and cultural backgrounds. h....

English Teacher - Pacheco High School

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 1 day ago

MATERIALS: Single Subject English Credential Documents Chosen - Copy of Transcript Credential Copy English Learner Authorization Letters of Introduction Resume 3 Current Letters of Recommendation...

English Teacher, Adult Secondary Education - FUHSD Adult School

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Founded in 1923 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Fremont Union High School District is consistently recognized as one of the most respected and highest performing high school...

English Teacher (Full-time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

This involves lesson planning and presentation, student assessment, and individualized student support as needed. Faculty members are also part of a professional learning community for one period....

English Teacher

  • Lakewood, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA
  • 2 days ago

ENGLISH TEACHER $46,000 - $79,000 Compensation commensurate with level of experience, relevant professional certifications, and/or degrees earned. Saint Joseph High School (Lakewood) POSTED...

American Sign Language Teacher 2025-2026

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 4 days ago

Anaheim Union High School District CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL DUTIES: EVALUATED BY: PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE BASIC FUNCTIONS: UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE PLANS, ORGANIZES, PRESENTS,...

High School English Language Arts Teacher

  • Spring Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago

About the Employer Welcome to Faith Chapel Educational Ministry! Located in the heart of San Diego, Faith Chapel Educational Ministry is committed to providing exceptional Christ-centered...

Teacher, Fortuna High School, English

  • Fortuna, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fortuna, CA
  • 4 days ago

Individualized Instruction: Provide differentiated instruction and support to address each student's unique academic, social, and emotional needs....

2025-26 Middle School ELA Teacher - St. Pius X

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating - Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc. - Walk through the classroom and...

English Teacher - Fall River Jr. Sr. High School - 2025/2026 Sy

  • Burney, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Burney, CA
  • 4 days ago

FALL RIVER JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION ~ TEACHER Brief Description of Position: Provides an educational program for pupils and assists in other school programs as agreed upon....

High School English Teacher

  • Kentfield, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Kentfield, CA
  • 4 days ago

Comments and Other Information INTERESTED APPLICANTS PLEASE SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO .... For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here

English Teacher - High School

  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago

English Teacher - High School About the Employer The Irvine Unified School District comprises a diverse population of more than 36,000 PK-12 students in one early childhood learning center, 24...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in California 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 California
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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