Description
Do you see Latin roots everywhere you look? Glean wisdom from voices long past? Converse with Virgil and Cicero? Are you undaunted by a language unspoken?
Language is a vital part of a classical, Christian education. We are seeking a Latin teacher for our expanding ancient languages program who favors working with 6th – 12th grade students, and is ready to deepen their understanding of Latin grammar, exercise their translation muscles, and lead them to see the beauty in each text.
Naperville Christian Academy (NCA) has been educating students grades Preschool – 12th for over 20 years in the western suburbs of Chicago. We are a tight knit – passionate – creative – and exceedingly motivated group of educators and administrators brought together by our shared love of Christ and the pursuit of the good, the true, and the beautiful.
The Upper School Latin teacher is responsible for:
- Teaching Latin classes from 6th grade – 12th grade in both standard and honors tracks
- Assessing student progress and working to solidify comprehension of concepts
- Modeling enjoyment, diligence, and wonder in the study of language
- Collaborating with other faculty members to integrate learning and monitor homework load
- Mentoring students in character development
- Pursuing professional development to continually hone the art of teaching
You will enjoy a caring working environment, a support team of co-workers and a joyful place to serve. Benefits and student tuition discount options are available. Please send a resume to hiring@ncaclassical.org.