Part-Time Upper School Humanities/Literature Teacher

Position Description

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school humanities courses using the integrated Omnibus curriculum, combining history, literature, and theology.
• Instruct high school literature and rhetoric courses, emphasizing reading, Socratic discussion, and the art of persuasive writing and speaking.
• Employ classical pedagogy, such as the trivium’s logic and rhetoric stages, to cultivate students’ analytical skills and love for learning.
• Integrate biblical principles across disciplines, drawing connections between great works and a Christian worldview.
• Design and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the school’s classical Christian curriculum and mission.
• Assess student progress through methods like essays, oral presentations, debates, and exams to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events to support our community and mission.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary connections and the overall educational experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Literature, History, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred but not required).
• Experience teaching middle and/or high school students, ideally in a classical or Christian educational setting.
• Strong understanding of classical pedagogy or a willingness to learn and apply it.
• Deep commitment to faith in Jesus Christ and the integration of biblical principles into teaching.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain teaching certification from the Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a heart for mentoring students and partnering with parents.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with the Omnibus curriculum and its integrated approach to humanities.
• Experience teaching high school literature and rhetoric (e.g., argumentation, debate, public speaking).
• Skill in leading Socratic dialogue and guiding students in crafting compelling arguments.

Personal Attributes

• Agreement and adherence to the SCA Statement of Faith and a yearning to know God more.
• A love for teaching and commitment to lifelong learning, with a passion for upper school education.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to fostering a nurturing, disciplined educational environment.
• Humility to collaborate as a team with your fellow colleagues and continually grow to become a better teacher.
• A desire to build relationships with others in our community which includes students, parents, colleagues.

To Apply:

Submit a resume and cover letter expressing your interest and alignment with our mission to [email protected].

Complete our teacher application.

Please send all materials and inquiries to [email protected].