Grammar and Logic School Latin Teacher (Grades 3-7)

General Information:

Teachers are responsible for the education of their students. As examples to their students, teachers are expected to demonstrate high moral character and embrace the virtues of a democratic society. Teachers are accountable to the school administration. They are employed at-will and operate as professionals within the guidelines established by TCA and its Board of Directors. These guidelines provide that instruction be consistent with the classical trivium curriculum and sequence. Teachers are accountable in the following areas of responsibility:

Adherence to TCA’s classical mission and philosophy
The teacher is expected to:

• Understand and adhere to the principles of classical education
• Apply the principles of the trivium to his/her level of teaching
• Cover the prescribed classical curriculum and sequence
• Loyalty to the school and its mission
• Develop the intellect of each student to the utmost of his/her ability
• Develop the personal character of every student

Specifics of the position:
Teachers are responsible for the direct instruction of students (their primary duty), as well as planning instruction and setting goals; implementing school approved curriculum; clearly and timely communicating standards, achievements and deficiencies to students and parents; teaching good study habits; monitoring and assessing academic progress; working with students, specialists, parents and administrators; maintaining complete and accurate student academic and disciplinary records; maintaining textbooks, instructional materials and equipment; maintaining safe and orderly classrooms; maintaining and improving their own professional knowledge and skills; following Board policies and directives from the school’s administration; cooperating with the administration, all other employees, classroom assistants, parents and community members in their common endeavor to educate students; setting an example of intellectual curiosity, logical thinking, self-motivation and self-government for students; and modeling competence, honesty, integrity, personal responsibility and respect for others in every aspect of the job.

Overall attitude:

• Willingness to take direction from the school administration
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and school staff
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community
• Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures in accordance to the Personnel Handbook (i.e. dress code, hours of reporting, etc.)
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the school’s administration
• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established or as the result of organizational planning
• Attends meetings, serves on committees as appropriate, and is present at conferences, open houses, concerts, etc.
• Maintains professional dress code

Maintenance of Good Parental Relations

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding the standards, achievements and deficiencies of students
• Willingness to listen to the concerns communicated by parents

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, master’s preferred
• The ability and willingness to teach a range of subjects (Lower School)
• Demonstrated mastery of one or more academic disciplines (Middle/Upper School)
• Ability and willingness to teach the classical philosophy and sequence model as defined by the school
• Willingness to teach moral character and adherence to virtue as defined by the school
• The ability to speak and write clearly and effectively
• Conviction in the values of a rigorous liberal-arts education
• Ability to maintain an orderly classroom

Other Desired Characteristics:

• Previous teaching experience
• A liberal-arts education
• Experience with classical education or higher liberal-arts teaching

TCA offers the following Benefits:

• Retirement after the first year
• Medical Care Coverage
• Dental Care Coverage

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person