Latin Teacher

Rye Country Day School • Rye, NY

7d • $80,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Rye Country Day School is seeking a full-time Upper School Latin Teacher beginning August 2026. Rye Country Day School is a coeducational, Prek-12, college preparatory school located in Westchester County, New York dedicated to providing students with an excellent education using both traditional and innovative approaches. We are actively committed to creating and sustaining a school community that is nurturing, supportive, diverse, and inclusive, one in which all students can participate fully and achieve their maximum potential through academic, athletic, creative, and social endeavors. We expect and promote moral responsibility and strive to develop strength of character within a respectful school community. Specific responsibilities of the position include: Teach four sections of Upper School Latin (and potentially Greek). Collaborate with colleagues to continue to develop a dynamic curriculum that fosters mastery of and love for the Latin language and curiosity about the study of the ancient Classical world Develop and implement lessons that consistently encourage student engagement and provide support for becoming curious and competent readers, critical thinkers, and analytical reasoners Grade student assignments and provide timely, constructive feedback of their work Regularly write reports that evaluate student performance and demonstrate knowledge of students’ experiences Participate in faculty and department meetings, field trips, special activities, and rotational duties Seek out and participate in professional growth opportunities embracing a growth mindset Serve as advisor to a group of Upper School students Desired qualifications: Master’s degree in Classics required 3-5 years of experience teaching in an Upper School setting (experience teaching at the Middle School level and/or experience teaching Ancient Greek preferred) A well-developed sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Excitement for working with students Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills Ability to support the extra-curricular life of the school Genuine excitement for and ability to work with students, employees, and families RCDS seeks faculty and staff who support our mission to foster a lifelong passion for learning, understanding, and service in an ever-changing world, and who share our commitment to creating and sustaining a vibrant, thriving, and inclusive multicultural learning community. The school is committed to providing invigorating and supportive work experiences for its diverse community of employees. Faculty and staff are offered meaningful opportunities for professional development, growth, and leadership; highly competitive salaries; and extensive benefits. RCDS is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout the community and curriculum. Please visit our website- http://www.ryecountryday.org – to learn more about the school’s rigorous curriculum, values, and strategic initiatives. Rye Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status. Interested candidates should apply by submitting a resume and cover letter via the following link: https://rcds.workable.com/ . Salary range: $80,000 - $125,000 based on experience

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Classics required
• 3-5 years of experience teaching in an Upper School setting
• A well-developed sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Excitement for working with students
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills
• Ability to support the extra-curricular life of the school
• Genuine excitement for and ability to work with students, employees, and families

Nice To Haves

• experience teaching at the Middle School level
• experience teaching Ancient Greek

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of Upper School Latin (and potentially Greek)
• Collaborate with colleagues to continue to develop a dynamic curriculum that fosters mastery of and love for the Latin language and curiosity about the study of the ancient Classical world
• Develop and implement lessons that consistently encourage student engagement and provide support for becoming curious and competent readers, critical thinkers, and analytical reasoners
• Grade student assignments and provide timely, constructive feedback of their work
• Regularly write reports that evaluate student performance and demonstrate knowledge of students’ experiences
• Participate in faculty and department meetings, field trips, special activities, and rotational duties
• Seek out and participate in professional growth opportunities embracing a growth mindset
• Serve as advisor to a group of Upper School students

Benefits

• Faculty and staff are offered meaningful opportunities for professional development, growth, and leadership; highly competitive salaries; and extensive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time