Upper School Latin Teacher 7th-9th Classical Charter School

Job Title: Upper School Latin Teacher

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)-Brighton, CO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Upper School

Work Hours/Days: 190 days following the school year calendar, usually from 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Desired Start Date: August 2025, with required attendance at teacher training conference in Hillsdale, MI, in June of 2025

Salary Range: $45,000-$52,000 annually

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you want a greater role in training the hearts and minds of the next generation in classical, content-rich education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion, who love learning, and who work as a team to train future citizens of high moral character?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND) is hiring a full-time Latin Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This position involves teaching 7th, 8th, and 9th grade Latin, primarily using Wheelock's Latin as well as supplementary readings from Lingua Latina and readings from classical Latin authors. It also includes teaching one section of 9th grade history, the Ancient World to 500 A.D and additional support duties.

Ascent Classical of Northern Denver is a growing school, offering grades K-9 for the 2025-26 school year with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year. We seek teachers with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, a warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents, and a can-do attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will be organized and devoted to helping students grow in wisdom and virtue.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare unit and lesson plans for all courses in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Assign, collect, grade, and return graded work in a timely manner
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Students Services team to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACAND and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Promote a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Perform other related duties as directed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Latin, Classical Studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience (Teaching license NOT required).
• Commitment and adherence to the mission, vision and policies of Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Creative problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer
• Must be able to supervise outdoor duties

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Employer covers the monthly premium cost of certain benefit options for health, dental, and vision for full-time employees
• Employer contributes to a health savings account for full-time employees who choose one of the high deductible plans
• Employer offers a percentage match to a retirement investment account
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes access to free counseling and other advisory sessions
• Paid time off, sick pay
• Extensive training and mentoring opportunities

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.