Are you passionate about bringing Latin to life for middle and upper school students? Do you thrive in an innovative, student-centered environment that values creativity, collaboration, and meaningful relationships? If so, The Walker School invites you to apply for our Middle and Upper School Latin Teacher position for the 2025-2026 academic year.

About the Role

We are seeking an engaging and dynamic educator to teach five sections of Latin to middle and upper school students. This role also includes serving as a grade-level advisor and contributing to the vibrant life of our school by coaching, advising extracurricular activities, or teaching within another academic department. You’ll have the opportunity to inspire students to develop their linguistic skills while fostering curiosity and a lifelong love of classical studies.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Is experienced in teaching across multiple levels and skilled in delivering comprehensible input in a supportive, low-anxiety environment.
• Embraces feedback and demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Values innovation, collaboration, and empathy in the classroom.
• Aligns their teaching with ACTFL Standards for Foreign Language Learning and the Standards for Classical Language Learning.

Preference will be given to candidates interested in contributing to the school’s broader community through coaching or sponsoring student organizations.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach five sections of Latin across middle and upper school levels.
• Serve as an advisor to 10-15 students, guiding their academic and personal growth.
• Participate actively in school life, including supervisory duties, parent-teacher conferences, and admissions events.
• Offer tutorial and extra support time for students from 3:15–3:45 PM daily.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the World Language curriculum and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced coursework or a Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching middle and/or upper school students.
• Proficiency in incorporating technology into teaching.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Enthusiasm for being part of an active, collaborative faculty.

About The Walker School

The Walker School is a leader among independent schools in the metro Atlanta area and has long been recognized for its first-rate academic program, close relationships between students and faculty, and abundant opportunities for students to engage in meaningful experiences in and outside of the classroom. Walker enrolls students from Pre-K3 through Grade 12 and is open to all faiths. Our commitment to diversity provides a welcoming and safe atmosphere for students to discover who they are and to successfully navigate an ever-changing world. The Walker School is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. The best candidates will be able to demonstrate a proven commitment to working in diverse, multicultural settings.

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