Middle School Latin Teacher, Stratford Academy, GA

Stratford Academy, a PK-12 co-educational independent school in Macon, GA, is seeking applicants for the full-time, 10-month position of Middle School Latin teacher to begin on August 1, 2026.

The Middle School at Stratford is seeking an engaging, passionate, and innovative Latin teacher for the  school year. Ideal candidates should be able to teach courses across grades 6-8 based on the needs of the World Languages department. Furthermore, ideal candidates should be able to help develop and implement a foundational course for all sixth graders that emphasizes inter-disciplinary applications of learning Latin.

Additionally, ideal candidates should be prepared to develop and teach Latin language and Roman culture classes in grades 7 and 8 that build upon their foundation. A typical course load consists of 5 class periods and 2 to 3 preps. Middle school teaching experience is preferred. Please submit a resume to: employment.

• Teach 5 sections of relevant class(es)
• Create engaging and rigorous lessons for students
• Provide highly effective instruction and quality assessments
• Provide a developmentally appropriate, safe, efficient, and effective learning environment that promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and a love of learning for students
• Provide individualized help and feedback to students to support academic growth and success
• Talk to parents about their child’s progress
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, grades, and attendance
• Maintain current lesson plans and up-to-date scope and sequences, in collaboration with department
• Meet and work with other teachers, department chair, and Division Head
• Attend faculty, department, and committee meetings both during and after school hours

• Advise students as part of the Middle School Advisory Program, providing academic and social-emotional support
• Contribute to the larger school community through coaching or sponsoring
• Participate in school events and extracurricular activities as needed
• Support the school’s mission by contributing to an inclusive community culture
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Latin, Classics, Humanities or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Teaching certification or relevant credentials with demonstrated experience in teaching Latin of Classics
• A minimum of 2-3 years of teaching experience, ideally in an independent school setting
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and inspire middle school students
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills

• A growth mindset and a commitment to continuous professional development
• Experience incorporating technology into the classroom to enhance learning
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse faculty and staff
• A passion for fostering curiosity and lifelong learning in students

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