What are the responsibilities and job description for the Latin Teacher position at Jacksonville Classical Academy?

Jacksonville Classical Academy is currently hiring a Latin Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year to join our team who has a passion for classical education and the study of Latin. The ideal candidate will have prior experience teaching Latin to students in upper school grades. Successful candidates are detail oriented, have excellent organizational and communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills to interact with students, parents, faculty, and administrators.

Overall Responsibilities

The Latin Teacher will use effective classroom management techniques to maintain an organized learning environment. He or she will create and engage students in lessons daily and coordinate with upper school teachers.

Leadership

Maintain a high personal standard consistent with the school’s Core Virtues, vision, mission and motto.
Support the vision, policies, financial objectives and directives of the governing board.
Support a positive school culture based on mutual respect and shared expectations.
Regularly meet with the board chairman, Head of School, and Operations Manager to coordinate school activities and discuss outcomes and issues to ensure the long-term school success.
Be willing to assist others as needed.

Qualifications

The minimum educational requirement for this job is an undergraduate degree, preferred in Latin/Classical Studies.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other industry-specific technology.
The ability to communicate effectively and problem solve in a fast-paced environment is critical to the success in this position.
Knowledge of classical teaching methods is preferred.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. The organization is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in all areas of recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, retention, and promotion. The board commits itself to the policy that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. All decisions with regard to employment shall be in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $48,700.00 per year

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