Upper Middle School Latin Teacher

Marymount New York • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Marymount School seeks a dynamic, skilled educator to join our Upper Middle School faculty as a Latin Teacher. Beginning in Class VI students elect to study either French, Spanish, or Latin for their Upper Middle School (UMS) years. The expectation of Marymount’s UMS language program is to have students well prepared with the knowledge of language, history, and culture to enter high school level II, and to complete at least one literature-based advanced Latin course by their senior year. We seek candidates with a solid base of knowledge in the history and literature of Latin-speaking cultures. Experience with the reading method of Suburani and/or experience with active Latin is highly valued. Marymount teachers are deeply invested in innovative and engaging teaching and learning. Ideal candidates foster collaborative, student-centered classrooms where discussion, inquiry, and intellectual risk-taking are central. At Marymount, all teachers strive to balance high expectations with deep support, fostering academic excellence and student growth. Beyond the classroom, teachers at Marymount serve as academic advisors and contribute to the broader life of the school by moderating at least one student club or activity. They collaborate closely with colleagues, communicate regularly with families, and engage fully in the school community.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or higher in Latin or a related field
• Familiarity with best practices for language acquisition
• Experience teaching Latin at the secondary level
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inquiry-based pedagogy
• A commitment to equity and belonging in teaching practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the reading method of Suburani
• Experience with active Latin

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses of Latin in UMS, with the possibility of one additional course.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues on curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy.
• Provide individualized support and enrichment for students.
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students, supporting their academic and personal growth.
• Contribute to the life of the school through club leadership or other extracurricular involvement.
• Supervisory duties and responsibilities as requested by divisional head.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees