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Classroom Teacher - Grades 1-5

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in elementary education, along with a valid Texas state teaching certificate. Ideally, we are looking for someone with classroom experience and knowledge of Classical Christian and Charlotte Mason pedagogy.  Successful candidates should be mature Christians committed to lifelong learning and professional development, eager to nurture and inspire our students, and possess a desire to work with a dedicated staff of administrators and teachers.

This is a full-time, ten-month positions (exempt), reporting to the Grammar School Head.

Qualified Grammar School (E-5) teaching candidates should possess the following experience and expertise: 

  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of and an interest in the subject(s) taught.
  • Integrates Charlotte Mason principles within lessons.
  • Maintains the student’s active interest in the lesson.
  • Uses clear language and vocabulary appropriate to the level of the students.
  • Explains and connects the unfamiliar with what is already familiar to the students.
  • Uses effective teaching techniques including narration.
  • Checks for comprehension and does not presume on the students’ understanding of new terms and concepts.
  • Frequently reviews and applies material learned.
  • Uses and applies classical method for the particular subject and grade level being taught.
  • Plans lessons in order to achieve curriculum goals and prepares and submits lesson plans in a timely manner for administrative review.

All Covenant teachers serve as pastors (shepherds) of our students, advising them in their walk with Jesus Christ.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher.
  • Proven track record of excellent teaching.
  • Experience or interest in classical education and traditional pedagogy.
  • Rhetorical excellence in the spoken and written word.

Contact information:

Interested parties should fill out the application (linked below) as well as send a letter of interest, resume, and copies of transcripts to Laura Mountjoy, Grammar School Head (attn. Allison Wedeberg[email protected] or 7300 Valley View Ln. Dallas, TX 75240.

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Rhetoric School Latin Teacher

Job Summary: The Covenant School seeks a high school Latin teacher who possesses a strong understanding of Classical Christian pedagogy.  The Latin Teacher will be a fluent reader of classical Latin, well versed in vocabulary, grammar, and literature, as well as Roman history, Roman culture, and best practices of instruction for language acquisition. S/he should be able to lecture and to lead discussions of classical texts and topics, and should be capable of coaching students in the development of Latin vocabulary, grammar, and translation, especially at the beginner and intermediate levels. This teacher will be a mature Christian dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth, passionate about nurturing and inspiring students, and enthusiastic about collaborating with a committed team of administrators and teachers to support Covenant’s mission.

The Teacher will be expected to teach our established curriculum, using The Cambridge Latin Course and employing a hybrid of reading and grammar-translation approaches. The teacher will be expected to work in tandem with the other Latin teachers to coordinate student learning across levels.                                      

Essential Functions:    The ideal teacher will consistently perform the following:

  • Exhibit the fruits of the Spirit, serving as a Christian role model both in and out of school. 
  • Set a good example for students, parents, and colleagues in speech, actions, attitude, judgment, dignity, and respect, while living in obedience to God’s Word.
  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of course material while maintaining a genuine enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Teach five sections of high school courses, as assigned.
  • Serve as an advisor to a group of 8 to 10 students, once a week for 20 minutes.
  • Help students gain proficiency in grade-level-appropriate Latin vocabulary, grammar, reading, translation skills, and historical/cultural context.
  • Integrate a Christian worldview and Covenant’s  philosophy of education throughout the curriculum.
  • Provide an orderly teaching environment, consistently enforcing class rules and school policies and showing good stewardship of classroom materials.
  • Teach in an engaging fashion, employing a variety of techniques that lead to active learning and long-term memory.
  • Utilize school-provided technology and software to maintain accurate and consistent records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress, ensuring timely and organized reporting.
  • Communicate in a wise and effective manner with supervisors, colleagues, students, and parents.
  • Serve as a shepherd to each student, advising them in their walk with Jesus Christ.

Minimum Experience and Background:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, with significant postsecondary coursework in Latin and/or other classical languages.
  • Proven track record of excellent teaching.
  • Rhetorical excellence in the spoken and written word.
  • Experience or interest in classical education and traditional pedagogy is highly preferred.

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Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)  - Part-time

Job Summary:   The Covenant School seeks a qualified, collegial, and experienced part-time therapist to provide diagnostic, explicit, systematic multisensory structured language intervention.  This individual’s primary responsibility is to build a high degree of accuracy, knowledge, and independence for students with language disorders, including dyslexia.

This is a part-time position which is an on-campus intervention with 3-4 students. 

This individual should be able to work three sessions a week per student during the school year (excluding holidays) and 18 sessions during the summer months.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • ALTA (Academic Language Therapy Association)
  • Proof of training in Take Flight
  • Proven track record of excellent

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

  • A passion for students with reading disorders
  • Patience to work interactively with students
  • A strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with parents and staff

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts and personal testimony of Christian faith to Jennifer Tohlen, [email protected].

 

Non Discriminatory Policy: 
Covenant is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. However, within its legal capacity as a nonprofit religious organization, the School reserves the right to carefully and fully explore the religious values, faith, and convictions (including personal conduct) of applicants and employees in order to employ those individuals who support, advance, and live in a manner consistent with the School's Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs.