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English Teacher (2026/2027 School Year)
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What they do
An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.
$80,367 / year median in California
-7% projected decline
Job Description
POSITION
English TeacherREQUIREMENTS
Valid California Teaching Credential with Authorization to teach English in a departmentalized setting in grades 7-12;CLAD/BCLAD/EL
AuthorizationWORK DAYS
184 days, 1.0FTE SALARY:
Annual entry level salary placement from $55,767 to $109,909 for a full time position. Salary prorated based on start date, FTE, and on prior experience and semester units above Bachelor's degree.PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATIONS
All interested outside applicants may complete an online application via EdJoin. Please include a letter of interest, resume, three (3) current, signed letters of recommendation, and verification of valid credentials/certifications.Requirements / Qualifications
Valid California Teaching Credential:
English (with EL authorization)- Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (upon employment)
- TB Clearance (upon employment) Applicants must submit the following via
Edjoin:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (within the past 12 months preferred) Comments and Other Information Professional references should be individuals known in a professional context, i.