Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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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7th Grade English / Language Arts Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 6 hours ago

7th Grade English / Language Arts Teacher Finneytown Secondary Campus Successful candidate will provide instruction in English / Language Arts for 7th grade students....

7th Grade English / Language Arts Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago

/ Language Arts Teacher Finneytown Secondary Campus Successful candidate will provide instruction in English / Language Arts for 7th grade students....

7th Grade English / Language Arts Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Finneytown Secondary Campus District:   Finneytown Local School District    7th Grade English / Language Arts Teacher...

HS English Teacher

  • Orrville, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Orrville, OH
  • 2 days ago

High School ELA Instructor for the 2025-2026 school year. FBI/BCI background check required. English 7-12 Licensure required. Please submit letter of interest, license, and resume to Mr. Andy...

High School ELA Teacher

  • Gibsonburg, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Gibsonburg, OH
  • 4 days ago

Develops lesson plans consistent with state content standards and district curriculum goals.Aligns teaching strategies with the learning styles of students....

Middle School ELA Teacher - Cleveland - Up to $35/hour

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago

The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plans of the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal...

HIGH SCHOOL English Instructor

  • Medina, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Medina, OH
  • 7 days ago

HIGH SCHOOL English Instructor Medina County Career Center High School - Medina, Ohio This job is also posted in Medina County Career Center, and Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs...

General Education English Teacher 25.26 School Year

  • Mason, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 8 days ago

General Education English Teacher 25.26 School Year Warren County Educational Service Center Western Row - Mason, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs...

General Education English Teacher 25.26 School Year

  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ English Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Western Row District:   Warren County Educational Service Center    Warren County Educational Service...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 11 days ago

Join the Northside Family as a Middle School ELA Teacher in Cincinnati, Ohio and love what you do daily! Why? As a Title One teacher, you will have the opportunity to support the educational goals...

Language Arts Teacher Hubbard High School 2025-2026 School Year QUALIFICATIONS: ELA License 7-12, Must possess appropriate certification/licensure in subject area....

Mason City Schools - English Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 13 days ago

Mason City School District Position: English Teacher Posting Date: February 18, 2025 We are seeking dynamic individuals for the position of English teacher at the High School for the 2025-2026...

Mason City Schools - Amreican Sign Language Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 13 days ago

Mason City School District Position: American Sign Language Teacher Location: High School Posting Date: February 26, 2025 We are seeking dynamic individuals for the position of American Sign...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 13 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Language Arts Date Posted: 2/28/2025 Location: Northside Preparatory Academy District:   Accel Schools  Additional Information: Show/Hide Join the...

Middle School ELA Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Language Arts Date Posted: 2/28/2025 Location: Northside Preparatory Academy District:   Accel Schools    Join the Northside Family as a Middle...

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Salary for Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Language Arts Teachers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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