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 2026-2027 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@stratford.org.
Key Responsibilities:
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
Additional Responsibilities:
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
Qualifications:
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
Preferred Skills and Attributes
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