World Language Teacher (Latin)

Job Description

Job Description

Position: World Language Teacher (Latin)

Rate: Up to $50 per hour

Commitment: Full-time

Reports to: Building Administrator

We are seeking a World Language Teacher to teach Latin classes for our partner school in Lynchburg, VA. The teacher will develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates long-range planning and knowledge of the subject area.
• Completes daily written lesson plans that fulfill learning objectives consistent with the curricula and SOLs.
• Plans for individual student differences.
• Works to achieve division/school/department objectives.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
• Communicates objective(s) and purpose(s) of the lesson.
• Utilizes various forms of technology to assist in the delivery of instruction.
• Provides opportunities for student responses and gives appropriate feedback to students.
• Utilizes effective motivational strategies.
• Paces instruction to provide opportunities for student success.
• Delivers curriculum and instruction in accordance with school division guidelines.
• Sets, communicates, and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior.
• Plans for and makes effective use of time, materials, and resources.
• Organizes students for effective instruction.
• Demonstrates respect, consideration, and courtesy.
• Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas.
• Accepts and/or professionally offers constructive suggestions.
• Maintains a learning environment that contributes to a positive school climate.
• Provides opportunities for success for all students.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must possess or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in a Foreign Language PreK-12.
• Experience teaching Latin in a school setting preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.