Part-Time Middle School Latin Teacher

St John's Preparatory School • Danvers, MA

15h • $34,800 - $43,200 • Onsite

About The Position

St. John’s seeks to hire a part-time Latin teacher to teach three sections of middle school Latin. One of the courses is a co-taught class with a religious studies teacher on the history, culture, and stories found in the Gospels and the Roman Empire. The ideal candidate would be able to teach all levels of Latin language, literature, and culture, while using technology as a vehicle for learning gains. We are particularly interested in candidates experienced with the ACL Standards for Classical Language Learning and familiar with the use of communicative and comprehensible Latin language teaching methods in support of traditional reading ability.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience (or applicable practicum experience).
• A bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in Latin education and/or Latin language, literature, and culture.
• Fluency in the Latin language is required.
• Commitment to multiculturalism and diversity that is manifested in classroom practice, communication, and curricular decisions.
• Deep appreciation for student-centered, engaging, and innovative teaching practices.
• Solution-oriented, embraces challenges, and displays a thorough work ethic.
• Commitment to school-wide initiatives, committee work, and professional development.
• Willingness to contribute to the school community beyond the classroom.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Latin education and/or Latin language, literature, and culture.
• Experience with the ACL Standards for Classical Language Learning.
• Familiarity with the use of communicative and comprehensible Latin language teaching methods in support of traditional reading ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach three sections of middle school Latin.
• Collaboratively develop curricula and implement engaging lessons that incorporate a range of authentic learning approaches in the target language with varied content to both support and challenge diverse learners to reach their fullest potential.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Focus on the whole student – building enduring personal relationships and helping them find teachable moments related to habits of mind and character.
• Collaborate with colleagues concerning best practice in an effort to meet the learning needs of all students.
• Contribute to the school community beyond the classroom, with opportunities to support student life through activities, events, or programs aligned with individual interests and school needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level