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Latin Teacher (Middle School & Upper School)

St. Anselm’s Abbey School seeks an experienced, full-time teacher of Latin to start August 2023.  Latin is a central part of the curriculum at St. Anselm’s and is a required course for all students in grades 7 through 10.

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Teach between four and six sections of Latin to students in grades 7 through 12, spanning all levels from Latin I-A to Advanced Placement.
• Design and execute a rigorous and engaging curriculum, including a variety of instructional and assessment tools.
• Collaborate with other faculty members within the Classical Language Department to ensure consistency and continuity in the curriculum.
• Participate actively in grade-level teaching teams and seek out opportunities for cross-curricular learning with teachers in other departments.
• Support student success by providing individual and small-group tutorial instruction during study hall periods and after school.
• Communicate proactively and regularly with parents, administrators, and other faculty about student progress.
• Contribute to the life of the school as a club moderator, advisor, and/or coach; serve on relevant faculty committees; attend faculty meetings, school assemblies, and occasional evening and weekend events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Headmaster.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to employment@saintanselms.org under the subject line “Latin Teacher”. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled.

St. Anselm’s Abbey School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.

Qualifications:

• At least an undergraduate degree in Classics or a related field; a graduate degree is preferred.
• Teaching experience, preferably at the middle school and/or high school level.
• The ability to teach Ancient Greek (levels 1 and 2) would be a plus.
• A demonstrated passion for the classics and a commitment to professional development.
• An understanding of and support for the mission of St. Anselm’s Abbey School.

About St. Anselm's Abbey School

St. Anselm's Abbey School is an independent, Catholic, Benedictine school serving academically motivated young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded in 1942 by Benedictine monks, the school is located on the 40-acre grounds of St. Anselm's Abbey in Northeast Washington. St. Anselm's serves approximately 250 students and employs over 60 faculty and staff. The student body is comprised of thirty-seven percent students of color, and the average SAT score for the Class of 2021 is over 1400.

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