Logic School | Latin and Logic Teacher

Company: Donum Dei Classical Academy
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Information Position Title: Latin/Logic Teacher Reports To: Head of School Start Date: August 1, 2026 Working Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. How This Role Fits into the Team Each member of our team is essential to building a thriving culture that sees and calls out the image of God in our students and in one another. As we invite students to step into everything they are designed to be and do, our faculty and staff must also reflect and invest in our daily work of responding to God’s calling through an inner posture of discipline, diligence, and dedication. The Logic/Latin Teacher at Donum Dei Classical Academy plays a vital role in equipping students with essential language skills and critical thinking abilities, fostering a deep appreciation for classical education. Ideal Candidate A classically trained scholar who inspires reverence for language and reasoning through Latin and Logic instruction grounded in Christian truth. They foster linguistic precision, analytical skill, and moral imagination. Classes to be taught may include: 5th grade Latin, Latin 1 (6th grade) , Latin 2 (7th grade), Latin 3 (8th grade), Informal Logic (7th grade), Formal Logic (8th grade) Qualifications & Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree Pursue the ACSI Teacher Certification, Classical Educator Equivalent, CA Teacher Credential, or Master’s in Classical Education within two years of initial employment. Experience Professional working experience in relevant field(s). Professional Development Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year. Missional Alignment Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment. Align with DDCA’s vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God. Faith & Conduct Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord. Serve as a minister of the Gospel. Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper. Employment Type & Compensation Employment Type Full Time Salaried, Exempt Sick Pay 72 hours annually accrued at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. Benefits 100% Employer Paid Healthcare, Computer, equipment & software Compensation Annual salary paid bi-monthly. Optional partial tuition credit available. Key Responsibilities Logic Instruction Teach Logic I (Informal Logic), Logic II (Formal Logic), equipping students with critical reasoning skills and the ability to construct and analyze arguments. Integrate Socratic dialogue, debate, and classical rhetorical techniques to cultivate logical thinking and articulate reasoning. Guide students in recognizing logical fallacies, constructing sound arguments, and applying logic to interdisciplinary subjects. Latin Instruction Teach 5th Grade Latin through Logic III Latin (four levels), guiding students through the Lingua Latina curriculum with a focus on grammar, translation, and oral proficiency. Engage supplemental curricula to enhance learning as appropriate Foster a love for classical languages, demonstrating the relevance of Latin in historical, literary, and theological contexts. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the school’s classical education philosophy and state learning standards. Provide structured instruction in Latin vocabulary, syntax, and reading comprehension, encouraging active student participation. Classroom Management & Student Development Organize and maintain a structured classroom environment that fosters academic discipline, respect, and virtue. Implement effective classroom management strategies, routines, and rhythms to ensure an orderly and productive learning atmosphere. Monitor student progress through assessments, discussions, and written assignments, providing timely and constructive feedback. Use FACTS for grading, report cards, and communication with students and parents. Maintain high expectations for student engagement, participation, and intellectual rigor in both Latin and Logic. Communication & Collaboration Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, classroom activities, and academic expectations. Collaborate with other faculty members to integrate Latin and Logic within the broader classical curriculum. Attend faculty meetings, professional development workshops, and training sessions to enhance instructional effectiveness. Professional Responsibilities Provide lesson plans for substitute teachers and secure a substitute when needing to be absent (sickness, doctor's appointments, jury duty, etc.). Support and contribute to the school’s mission of cultivating wisdom, virtue, and a lifelong love of learning. Engage in professional development, school events, open houses, and student enrichment opportunities. Support with drop-off, pick-up, recess duties

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