Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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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25-26 SY - Middle School ELA Teacher - St. Leonard School - Berwyn - VIC. III

  • Berwyn, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berwyn, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Visit School Website Catholic School Search The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of...

25-26 SY - 6th Grade/Middle School ELA Teacher - St. John the Evangelist - Streamwood - VIC. I

  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Visit School Website Zip Code 60107 The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the...

Spanish Dual Language Teacher- ELA and Social Studies

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Openings as of 4/12/2025 Spanish Dual Language Teacher- ELA and Social Studies JobID: 8198 Position Type: Junior High Teaching/Language Arts - Dual Language Spanish Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: 2...

.4 English Teacher

  • Hinsdale, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago

.4 English Teacher JobID: 2780 Position Type: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Hinsdale South High School Date Available: 25/26 SY Closing Date: Until Filled Additional...

English Teacher .9 FTE

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: York Community High School Date Available: 08/11/25 District:   Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205...

Spanish Dual Language Teacher- ELA and Social Studies

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

High Jefferson Date Available: 08/11/2025 District:   Naperville Community Unit School District 203    Job Title: Spanish Dual Language Teacher- ELA and Social Studies FTE: 1.0 Eligible...

1st Grade Dual Language Teacher (Spanish)

  • River Grove, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • River Grove, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 days ago

plans and delivering engaging, differentiated instruction that is aligned with the curriculum through an interisciplinary and biliterate approach....

Junior High School English Language Arts Teacher - Anticipated

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Language Arts Teacher Please see attached job description Qualifications: Bachelor's degreee from an accredited college or university in job related area Illinois State Board of Education Professinal...

Middle School Bilingual ESL English/Language Arts Teacher - 2 Positions Available

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 22 days ago

Duties VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Bilingual ESL English Language Arts teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year....

High School ESL English/Language Arts Teacher

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 22 days ago

Duties VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full time ESL English/Language Arts teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year....

High School English Language Learner Teacher (Part Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

High School English Language Learner Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

High School English Language Learner Teacher (Part Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled District:  ...

High School English Language Learner Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English as a Second Language Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Metea Valley High School Date Available: 08/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled District:  ...

English Teacher (Part- Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations. 3....

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Bolingbrook, IL 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 Bolingbrook, IL
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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