Herron Classical Schools
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
The Latin Teacher is responsible for delivering a classical liberal arts curriculum ranging from Latin 1 to AP Latin. They must manage classroom behavior, collaborate with world language colleagues, and maintain open communication with parents and students.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and a valid Indiana state educator license. A minimum of five years of teaching experience with 'Highly Effective' ratings is required.
Herron Classical Schools is a community of scholars that advances timeless ideas and content, builds a culture of respect and trust, and engages in an urban environment in order to prepare students to be world-class citizens.
We are founded on the belief that a classical, liberal arts education, where students are steeped in great historical thought and invention, is the best preparation for a future life of leadership and service. We are structured around a classical methodology which emphasizes the classical art and literature of many cultures.
The Herron Classical Schools Network (Herron High School, Herron-Riverside High School, and Herron Preparatory Academy) is a Mayor-sponsored charter network and a member of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Innovation Network. The Herron Classical Schools network operates with the authority to make decisions about all aspects of our schools and is overseen by its own board of directors. As Innovation schools, we partner with IPS to give students a broader base of resources while maintaining our status as tuition-free charter schools.
Our Core Values 1. Believes that every student is a scholar. 2. Engages in an urban community. 3. Advances timeless ideas and content. 4. Builds a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas. 5. Serves as a catalyst for renewal.
1. Embrace the classical, liberal arts mission. 2. Commit to high academic and behavioral expectations. 3. Focus on effective instruction in every classroom. 4. Engage in a collaborative environment. 5. Differentiate for diverse culture and abilities. 6. Demonstrate passion for and expertise in their content area. 7. Plan instruction that is results-oriented and research based. 8. Exhibit relentless dedication to the academic success of every student. 9. Engage in continual professional reflection.
1. Teach Latin courses aligned with a locally created curriculum using a variety of resources including but not limited to De Romanis and Latin for Americans. Courses offered range from Latin 1- AP Latin. 2. Collaborate with other World Language teachers to develop curriculum and expand a program. 3. Attend professional development opportunities aimed at fostering a culture of collaboration, refining current practices, and learning new ways to engage students. 4. Work with students during extra-curricular and club time throughout the year. 5. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated. 6. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and is consistent with Herron Classical Schools’ Core Values and vision for student culture. 7. Together with scholars, set, support, and maintain high standards of classroom behavior. 8. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to differentiate instruction and meet student needs that leads to college-readiness measured by SAT proficiency. 9. Participate in department meetings and utilize student data to inform instruction. 10. Regularly evaluate student progress and collaborate with colleagues to adjust instruction in response to student needs. 11. Take reasonable precautions to protect scholars, equipment, materials, and facilities. 12. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and policies. 13. Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with scholars and their parents concerning student academic and behavioral progress. 14. Attend scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings, and other sessions as determined by the school’s leadership team and Herron Classical School’s executive leadership team. 15. Attend evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, and Open Houses. 16. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements include: 1. Hold a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline; Master’s degree preferred. AP Latin experience is an asset. 2. Hold and maintain Indiana state educator license in the appropriate academic discipline. 3. Have at least five (5) years experience teaching in the appropriate academic discipline and been rated Highly Effective for the most recent two (2) yearly evaluations. 4. Have demonstrated leadership in the field of education.
Diversity & Inclusion - Embracing a Culture of Respect Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools' mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas, HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced, respected, and valued.
Equity Statement Herron Classical Schools, through action and in partnership with families and community, will uphold the values, policies, and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures, hiring practices, and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity, justice, equitable treatment, and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace. Non-discrimination Statement Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law in the administration of its educational policies, behavior policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, food service, hiring practices, and athletic or other school-administered programs.