St. Anselm’s Abbey School is an independent, Benedictine, Catholic school serving approximately 260 young men in grades 6-12. Located on 40 wooded acres in Washington, DC, the school offers a fast-paced and engaging liberal arts curriculum and attracts talented, motivated students from across the Washington metropolitan area. The student body is comprised of thirty-seven percent students of color.

Arabic Teacher

St. Anselm's Abbey School seeks a full-time instructor of Arabic with a start date of August 2024.

Responsibilities: 

• Plan and deliver an engaging, innovative, and rigorous program of proficiency-focused Modern Standard Arabic instruction at all levels.
• Conduct and organize ongoing assessments of student performance using multiple assessment tools, including standardized tests, oral and written performance assessments, informal assessments, homework, and project assessments to inculcate a true fluency in the students in addition to a deep familiarity with the culture and history of the Arabic-speaking world.
• Collaborate with other faculty members within the Modern Language Department to ensure consistency and continuity; seek out opportunities for cross-curricular learning working with other members of grade-level teams.
• Communicate proactively and regularly with parents, administrators, and other faculty about student progress.
• Contribute to the life of the school as a club moderator, advisor, and/or coach.

Qualifications:

• B.A. in Arabic, Education, or related area; advanced degree preferred
• Ability to teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced Arabic (levels 1-4)
• 2+ years’ experience working with middle and high school students (grades 6-12), an enthusiasm for working with adolescent boys, and an acceptance of the mission of St. Anselm’s Abbey School and Benedictine education more broadly
• Strong language skills in Modern Standard Arabic (ILR 3+)
• Experience developing curricula and willingness to create new classroom materials, incorporating technology as appropriate
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• The ability to teach French would be an asset, but is not essential

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to amorse@saintanselms.org with the subject line “Arabic Teacher”. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled.

St. Anselm’s Abbey School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. Please note that we are not able to provide work visas for foreign nationals.