Teach the target language and culture in classes that are task-based, interactive, learner-centered, and experiential for students. Willingness to assist in the general areas of supervision. Ability to work cooperatively with department members to develop curriculum. Willingness to work with members of other departments in areas of student activities, interdisciplinary units.
Massachusetts certification in the fields Latin and Classical Humanities, 9-12.. High school teaching experience desirable. Fluency in the language(s) required due to oral approach. Demonstrated ability to utilize a Socratic approach and to incorporate thinking skills in instruction. Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills. Knowledge of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) standards and proficiency guidelines and the ability to integrate these standards into curriculum and instruction. Willingness to teach Latin with Comprehensible Input. Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility. APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.