Upper School Humanities and Latin Teacher

Glenelg Country School (GCS) is an independent day school serving students age 2 – grade 12. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of learners who discover, contribute, thrive, and excel. These principles serve as a foundation for all we do. GCS seeks an Upper School Humanities and Latin Teacher for the  school year. The teaching assignment will include sections of the Grade 10 Humanities course, The West and The World, and Latin.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of European history and the history of European contact with cultures around the world as well as proficiency in the Latin language. Writing and research instruction, a high level of comfort exploring non-Western perspectives and language instruction are important parts of the job. A deep commitment to working with adolescents and the ability to differentiate instruction among a wide range of learners with appropriate use of educational technologies are essential.

All full-time Upper School teachers contribute to clubs and enrichment activities and advise a group of ten or eleven students for their entire Upper School career.

• Instruction in history and/or literature and the cultural context informing each
• Instruction in Latin language and ancient Roman culture
• Development of a sense of partnership with and among students and between students and the teacher
• Assessment and evaluation of student progress
• Implementation of teaching strategies, activities and approaches to learning
• Exercise of good judgement and maturity
• Supervision of student behavior and coverage of colleagues’ classes as needed
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

A B.A. or B.S. is required. Experience working with middle school or high school students is a significant advantage.

• Ability to learn and teach others – recognizes the importance of learning and motivates others by own enthusiasm.
• Technology – proficient with Office
  365 and related Microsoft applications.
• Time Management – Manages many tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
• Organizational – creates action plans to meet divisional goals and objectives. Conducts periodic reviews of progress and measures against goals.
• Written and oral communication – effectively communicates respectfully, effectively, and in adherence to community guidelines.
• Problem solving skills – considers a broad range of internal and external factors when solving problems. Grasps complexities and perceives relationships among different problems or issues.
• An appreciation of discovery, contribution, and excellence in an educational setting.
• Flexibility and patience.
• Effective teamwork, collaboration, and partnership.
• A commitment to the holistic development of adolescents.
• A sense of adventure.

The compensation range for this position is $55,000-$75,000. GCS offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances, retirement plans, tuition benefits, and generous holidays and leave plans.