Latin Teacher - Middle & High School

Spring Education Group • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Independent Brooklyn Upper is seeking qualified candidates for a Latin Teacher for immediate hire! BASIS Independent teachers are given the freedom to present the material in their own way, while achieving clearly defined goals for student understanding. We encourage teachers to bring their passion for their subject into the classroom to excite students and engage them with the material.

Requirements

• Has deep knowledge of and passion for the subject taught
• Able to differentiate instruction and engage students in rigorous content
• Able to create a positive classroom community and build relationships with students
• Has strong verbal and written communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents
• Open to feedback and continuous growth
• Creative in instructional and classroom management strategies (high warm and high firm)
• Cooperative, collaborative, supportive, flexible
• Has a strong work ethic and a “do whatever it takes” mindset
• A bachelor's degree in the subject area.

Nice To Haves

• Subject-matter postgraduate work (master's or Ph.D.) is preferred.
• Strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence.
• A high GPA in their major.
• Excellent recommendations.
• Experience working with children- not necessarily in the classroom-
• Be open to new ideas in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Prepare subject-specific lessons in Latin.
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade standard, in an interactive learning environment, and deliver exceptional results for all students.
• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is at an internationally competitive level.
• Collaborate with other BASIS Independent teachers to form a community of smart, talented, and interesting people who are passionate about education and readily willing to work in a professional, academic environment.
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success.
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, and individuality in all students.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.
• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees