Job Description
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY IMMEDIATELY USING AN ELECTRONIC APPLICATION FOUND AT:
https://loyolahs.formstack.com/forms/employment_application_latin_teacher_2026_2027
Applicants will upload cover letter addressing their philosophies of education, updated resumé, and transcripts.
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LATIN TEACHER
Full-time Teaching Position
ABOUT LOYOLA
Loyola High School is a premier Catholic, Jesuit all-boys high school in Los Angeles that is ranked the Best All-Boys High School in California. Our faculty are Reflective, Open to Growth, and Committed to Justice, living out the as they form young leaders.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We seek a qualified mission-aligned Latin teacher eager to join a thriving Jesuit learning community. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a commitment to pedagogically distinguished instruction and effective communication and collaboration, with a professional desire for continuous improvement and innovation.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and deliver rigorous, engaging, and differentiated instruction for 5 sections in a college-preparatory environment, utilizing best practices in pedagogy and technology to accelerate and deepen student learning.
• Design and utilize formative and summative assessments, providing timely constructive feedback oriented towards student growth and continuous improvement.
• Actively participate as an integral member of a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to plan, evaluate programs, and collaborate on enhancing professional practice.
• Establish and maintain a culture of respect and a functional learning environment that supports the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis (care for the whole person), valuing and treating students with empathy.
• Support the schools’ Jesuit, Catholic formational mission by assisting with retreats, school-wide liturgies, and community service programs.
• Actively engage beyond the classroom by moderating co-curricular activities and/or clubs.
• Fulfill assigned administrative duties, including exam proctoring, classroom substitutions, yard supervision, and prefecting at athletic or student events.
Primary Teaching Assignment: 5 sections of upper and lower level Latin.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Minimum Qualifications (Required): Bachelor’s degree in Latin, Classics, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired): Graduate degree in Latin, Classics, or closely related field.
A CA teaching credential or completion of a teacher preparation program. Experience teaching in a high school setting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• A strong commitment to advancing Loyola’s mission and a deep appreciation for the School’s history, achievements, and aspirations.
• Demonstrate subject-matter expertise and a deep understanding of assessment and evaluation techniques to support student learning.
• Possess effective instructional and classroom management skills in order to maintain a functional learning environment.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to succeed at college-preparatory levels.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and cultivate effective professional relationships with students, colleagues, and parents in support of student success.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity with diverse groups across lines of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender, and other identifiers.
• Ability to use critical-thinking skills to solve complex problems, with a willingness to challenge assumptions and explore new approaches to student learning.
• Proficiency with technology, including the Google Workspace (e.g., Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Gmail), learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom).
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Annual Salary Range: $65,000 - $95,000
• Loyola offers employees the ability to build a personalized benefits package from available medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental coverage plans
• Employees also benefit from employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Loyola employees have the opportunity to participate in an employer-sponsored 403(b) plan where the School matches up to 6% of the employee’s contributions, dollar for dollar, after completing one year of service.
APPLICATION PROCESS & TIMELINE
The position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should complete Loyola’s online application and upload the following required documents: 1. Cover Letter (addressing your philosophy of education and why Loyola), 2. Updated Resumé, and 3. Academic Transcripts (reflecting highest degree earned).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
• Private school
• Religious school
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
• Los Angeles, CA 90006: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person