Middle School Latin Teacher

Middle School Latin Teacher

This is a full-time, exempt position teaching Middle School Latin, reporting to the Head of Middle School. This position will begin on August 1, 2026. (Please note: While the World Language program at Shipley is robust, the number of sections of Latin may fluctuate in future years, as is the nature of a Language class, which possibly could turn this position from 1.0 to 0.8 employment.)

The ideal candidate will assume the responsibilities and possess the qualifications as indicated below:

Major Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of Latin (in grades 6, 7, and 8)
• Serve as a MS advisor (or teach a fifth Latin section)
• Partake in community enrichment, such as co-curricular or extracurricular programs

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must:
• Have experience or demonstrated interest in teaching Latin to Middle School students;
• Be willing to collaboratively design a curriculum that focuses on developing students' proficiency in reading comprehension and literary interpretation;
• Seek to connect study of the ancient world to students' lives today, including their study of other academic subjects;
• Be willing to experiment with new pedagogical approaches that contribute to student success;
• Demonstrate the ability to execute lessons using authentic resources, a variety of classroom activities, and projects;
• Have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and work to create a supportive atmosphere and rigorous academic program in which all students will thrive;
• Be enthusiastic about working with Middle School students and committed to developing a thriving Latin program at that level, while also being open to opportunities to teach in the Upper School.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Maturity, collegiality, flexibility, humor;
• Excellent speaking and writing skills;
• At least 3 years of teaching experience (preferred);
• BA in Latin or related field (advanced work in Classics not required but preferred).

Shipley and Its Commitment to Equity

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling about 700 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world. The Middle and Upper divisions have approximately 450 students and a faculty of 90.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.