Latin Teacher

This is a full-time, salaried position with a 10-month work schedule. The Latin teacher will teach assigned sections of Latin and report to the Head of School.

About Naples Classical Academy

Naples Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter classical school and a Hillsdale College Member School. NCA's mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical education in the liberal arts and sciences with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue.

About the role

Latin at Naples Classical Academy gives scholars experience with the language of the ages in the Western tradition. Learning Latin begins in wonder. Through stories, poems, songs, and the written and spoken word, students learn the foundations of the language which they will carry with them into the upper levels of their schooling. The Latin teacher is responsible for using the school’s curricular resources to write lessons and teach students through grade levels. A good candidate should have strong facility with the Latin language and be able to lead scholars with the firmness and gentleness appropriate to their age.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to classical education and the vision, mission, and philosophy of the school and consistently develop, foster, and advance these principles in students
• Demonstrate an understanding and mastery of central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structure of Latin language and literature and effectively transmit this knowledge to students
• Develop and maintain a climate and culture of wonder, openness, justice, and mutual respect while modeling and reinforcing good judgment, prudence, virtue, self-discipline, and responsibility
• Engage every student in grade level-appropriate learning to promote intellectual and moral development and collaborate with ESE to implement IEPs
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, leadership, and community members
• Develop and implement lesson plans according to the appropriate grade-level scope and sequence of the Hillsdale College K-12 Latin curriculum
• Manage the classroom primarily through the use of established routines and procedures to maintain a strong culture devoted to learning
• Manage student misconduct promptly and resolve conflict and crises effectively
• Maintain a professional development plan and engage in professional development activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or graduating with a degree before the start of the new school year)
• Knowledge of the Latin language and subject area

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience
• Possession of a Florida Educator Certification in the corresponding subject area or Statement of Status of Eligibility showing eligible status in such subject area or desire to obtain certification (NCA can provide information on obtaining the necessary certification for eligible candidates)
• Degree in Latin or a related discipline

Schedule

10-month work schedule