Latin Teacher- Middle School
- Employer
- Amani Public Charter School
- Location
- Mount Vernon, New York
- Salary
- 57,500-67,500
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- Job Category
- Teaching, English / Reading / Language Arts Teacher, English Teacher
- Grade Level
- Middle School
- Job Type
- Full-Time
ROLE SUMMARY: Middle school teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of Amani Public Charter School’s curriculum and the success of its students. Therefore, Amani seeks middle school teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade level team.
SPECIFICS TO THE ROLE:
This position involves teaching Latin 1A and 1B in 7th and 8th grade. We have a well-established and successful program in a diverse school. At Amani all scholars are required to take Latin in 7th and 8th grade. The teaching of Latin is part of the school’s mission. We use Ecce Romani 1 and Fabulae Graecae. Our students participate in the National Latin Exam and have done very well over the years. The school also has a Latin Club. Students should graduate to the high school understanding the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and ancient Roman culture. They should also love Latin class. We are looking for a creative teacher who can make the program their own while offering an enjoyable curriculum. You will join a motivated staff devoted to teaching the whole child. The school awards two scholarships yearly to graduating 8th grade students for achievement in Latin. These are the only endowed academic scholarships bestowed by the school.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Leading students through lessons in Latin vocabulary and grammar
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards;
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
pathway to completion.
TO APPLY VISIT
www.amanicharter.org/open-positions
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