Website St. Joseph Academy SAN MARCOS, California
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.Send applications or inquiries to: delatorreb@sjaclassical.org
To apply for this job email your details to delatorreb@sjaclassical.org
