Job Title : Part-Time Middle School Latin Teacher

Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)- Brighton, CO

FLSA Status : Exempt

Reports to : Dean of Academics

Work Hours / Days : 1 class period per school day, very likely in the morning (between 8 and 11)

Desired Start Date : August 2024

Salary Range : $5,000-$8,000 annually

Position Summary :

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you want a greater role in training the hearts and minds of the next generation in classical, content-rich education?

Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion, who love learning, and who work as a team to train future citizens of high moral character?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND) is hiring a part-time Latin Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Located in Brighton, CO, just 3 miles from I-25, Ascent Classical of Northern Denver is a growing school, offering grades K-8 for the 24-25 school year with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year.

We seek teachers with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, a warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents, and a can-do attitude to join our team.

This position involves teaching 8th grade Latin, primarily using Wheelock's Latin as well as supplementary readings from Lingua Latina and readings from classical Latin authors.

The ideal candidate will be organized and devoted to helping students grow in wisdom and virtue.

Essential Functions :

• Prepare unit and lesson plans for all courses in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Assign, collect, grade, and return graded work in a timely manner
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Students Services team to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACAND and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Performs other related duties as directed

Required Skills / Abilities :

• Bachelor's degree in Latin, Classical Studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience (Teaching license NOT required).
• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Commitment to classical education and to the high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Knowledge of classical education (or the willingness and desire to learn)
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Willingness to complete other related duties as requested
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• After an offer is accepted, a satisfactory background check as required by state law and the Colorado Department of Education

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse classroom

Benefits Available :

• Competitive compensation
• Percentage match to retirement accounts
• Assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions
• Paid time off and sick pay

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses.

The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS.

Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan.

For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.

Last updated : 2024-04-05