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Latin Teacher
POSITION: Latin Teacher
SCHOOL: National Cathedral School for Girls, Washington, DC
SCHOOL: National Cathedral School for Girls, Washington, DC
National Cathedral School (NCS) announces a search for a ¾-time Latin Teacher. The position begins in August 2014.
Context:
National Cathedral School for Girls serves 580 students in grades 4 through 12. Faculty and staff are curious intellectually, flexible, collaborative, and view education as an engaging vocation. Students thrive in an intellectual environment and love to be challenged. NCS graduates are recognized as highly motivated and confident. Faculty and staff maintain a lively conversation about the meaning of an excellent education, an interest in pedagogy, and innovative uses of technology. As an Episcopal school, NCS welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths while maintaining a close identity with Washington National Cathedral’s commitment to being a house of prayer for all people. Located in Northwest Washington on 57 beautiful acres, the Cathedral Close is home to NCS, St. Albans School for Boys, and Beauvoir: The National Cathedral Elementary School.
The primary goal of the middle school Latin program is to introduce students to the fundamentals of Latin vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, while fostering the skills required for foreign language study. Students explore all aspects of the Roman world to gain an appreciation of the influence of Roman culture and civilization.
The Position:
We are seeking a ¾-time Latin Teacher. Responsibilities will focus on our Middle School Latin program with some participation in the Upper School program. The position begins in August 2014. Qualified candidates are able to teach all levels of Latin, and, possibly Greek. Teachers from diverse backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
The school day is from about 7:45 a.m. through about 3:45 p.m. Other responsibilities include regular department, division, and faculty meetings. Teachers are also responsible for supervision of students in a variety of settings, some committee and administrative work depending on workload, background, and experience. Salaries are competitive, based on experience and include a full benefits package including professional development.
Qualifications:
- A strong background in Classical Studies, with emphasis on the study of the Latin language
- Teaching experience at the middle school and commitment to working with this age group
- Mastery of varied and creative pedagogical approaches
- Demonstrated interest in curriculum development and assessment
- Personal skills needed to work collaboratively with colleagues in a school-wide department
- Demonstrated ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
Salary and benefits:
NCS salaries and benefits are highly competitive with those in other leading independent schools. For new appointments, salaries reflect experience and training equated to NCS’s scales.
Salaries are competitive, based on experience and include a full benefits package including professional development.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment in Word or PDF format with “Latin Teacher” in the subject line to: NCSLanguages@cathedral.org.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
Thank you for your interest in National Cathedral School. We will review your application and if your background is a good match for this position, we will contact you. Otherwise, we will keep your resume on file for future reference. We appreciate your interest in working at our school.
