9th Grade Humanities Teacher (Lit, Hist, Phil, Theo)

Job Description

Chesterton Academy of Vero Beach invites applications for a full-time teacher position at our classical high school, grounded in the Catholic tradition. Located in the beautiful town of Vero Beach, Florida, our school integrates rigorous academics with the joy and depth of the Catholic faith. We are looking for a ninth-grade humanities teacher who can also teach either a Latin class or a tenth-grade philosophy class (Socrates/Plato/Aristotle).

Responsibilities:
-Teach ninth-grade humanities (Literature, History, Theology, Philosophy) focusing on the Ancient World and either teach a Latin class or tenth-grade Philosophy. The curriculum is already provided.

-Participate actively in the daily academic and spiritual life of the school, including attending daily Mass with the headmaster, fellow teachers, and students. Additionally, be an active part of the Chesterton House system.

-Consider engaging students in extracurricular activities

-Foster a community that reflects our Catholic values.

Requirements:
-Must be a practicing Catholic, willing to make a public Profession of Faith, and take the Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium.

-Have at least one of the following:
--Hold a bachelor's degree or higher OR
--Have a minimum of three years teaching experience in public or private schools, OR
--Possess special skills, knowledge, or expertise that qualifies you to instruct in subjects taught.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills.

-A passion for teaching and a willingness to teach in a classical manner.

-A strong dedication to building a culture of life through education.

Rewards:
-A supportive and spiritually enriching work environment.

-Live in a beautiful state.

-Salary is basic and there is no employer sponsored health insurance

How to Apply:
Please complete the following application: https://forms.gle/q81DcaR5wsXG4Jt56

You will then be contacted directly to submit your cover letter, CV, and at least three reference contacts.

We look forward to your application and the possibility of you joining our team for the upcoming academic year!

About the Employer

Chesterton Academy of Vero Beach is a classical high school in the Catholic tradition located in the Vero Beach area offering an integrated, rigorous curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. Focusing on the classics, the school develops complete thinkers who learn to draw on faith and reason for the purpose of building a culture of life.

The mission of Chesterton Academy of Vero Beach is to raise up a generation of joyful leaders and saints, educated in the classical tradition and the truths of the Catholic faith, abounding in the skills and character requisite for success in college and professional life as well as in building up the kingdom of God, and to excel in service of family, of country, and of Christ our Lord.