Latin Teacher

The Walker School; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Walker School in Marietta, GA seeks a Middle and Upper School Latin Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year to teach Intro to Latin, Latin II, and Latin III in small classes.

The role emphasizes spoken Latin, comprehensible input, storytelling, culture, and meaningful communication; bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred; join a collaborative community with strong relationships and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or coursework preferred.
• Experience teaching Latin in middle/high school.
• Ability to implement spoken Latin and storytelling methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach Intro to Latin, Latin II, and Latin III in small classes.
• Incorporate spoken Latin, comprehensible input, and culture into lessons.
• Build meaningful relationships with students and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Latin teaching

Small classes

Curriculum planning

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Salvete, Magistrae et Magistri!

Do you believe Latin should be spoken, explored, and experienced, not simply translated? The Walker School is seeking an engaging and innovative Middle and Upper School Latin Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Intro to Latin, Latin II, and Latin III in small classes of approximately 8 to 16 students. Our Latin program incorporates spoken Latin, comprehensible input, storytelling, culture, and meaningful communication to make the ancient world relevant to today’s learners.

What We’re Looking For

• Creates an engaging, student-centered, and low-anxiety classroom
• Builds meaningful relationships with students
• Brings creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm to the study of Latin
• Values collaboration, professional growth, and involvement in school life
• Holds a bachelor’s degree, with a master’s degree or advanced coursework preferred

Why The Walker School?

Walker offers a vibrant independent school community, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, tuition remission, a retirement plan, and the opportunity to inspire students through strong relationships and meaningful learning experiences.

Join Our Team

If you are ready to show students that Latin is anything but a dead language, we would love to meet you.