Elementary Latin Teacher

Job Description

Elementary Latin Teacher

Saint Joseph Academy seeks a dedicated Part-Time Elementary Latin Teacher to support our classical K-8 Latin program. This role introduces young students (primarily grades K-5/6) to Latin through engaging, age-appropriate methods, building language foundations, vocabulary, and appreciation for its role in Western civilization, English roots, and Catholic tradition.
Responsibilities:
Deliver introductory Latin lessons using recitation, songs, games, basic grammar, vocabulary, and simple reading
Connect Latin to Catholic faith, virtues, and integrated curriculum (e.g., language arts)
Foster a joyful, disciplined classroom that sparks wonder and participation
Collaborate with elementary teachers and academic team
Assess progress via recitations, informal evaluations, and projects
Support school liturgical and community life as applicable
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred (preferably in Classics, Latin, Education, or related)
Solid Latin proficiency (intermediate level minimum; teaching experience preferred)
Passion for classical Catholic education and nurturing young learners
Experience with elementary students strongly preferred
Excellent classroom management, communication, and relational skills
Alignment with the school's Christ-centered classical mission
Classical pedagogy enthusiasm essential; credential a plus
This part-time role (approx. 10-15 hours/week during school hours) offers competitive hourly pay and the opportunity to shape young minds in a faithful, classical setting.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to delatorreb@sjaclassical.org (or via the school's website careers page at sjaclassical.org.
Saint Joseph Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to academic rigor, Catholic principles, and classical formation.

About the Employer

St. Joseph Academy was established in response to the Second Vatican Council's call for greater lay witness in contemporary society. Teaching in accordance with the Magisterium of the Church, our mission is to form young men and women who, committed to live by Catholic principles, will transform and advance human culture. We aim to accomplish this by offering a traditional learning environment that blends faith and reason in educating the whole child.

Man was created by God in His image and likeness and therefore is destined for Him who is infinite perfection. In the spirit of the Divine Master, amidst a world of material possession, the mission of St. Joseph Academy is to prepare the child for what he must be and for what he must do here on earth, in order to gain the sublime end for whi