Academic Advice, Analysis Skills, Child Protection/Welfare, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Support, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Healthcare, Healthcare Reimbursement, Language Teaching, Leadership, Mathematics, Meal Plans, Organizational Skills, Pedagogy, People Management, Persuasion Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Project Tracking, Retirement Plan, Sports, Student Services, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees
Job Description Summary
Saint Leo Academy, a premier international sports academy boarding school affiliated with Saint Leo University, seeks a dynamic Honors ENGLISH TEACHER to deliver rigorous, college-preparatory instruction in Honors English Literature, Composition, Rhetoric, and Critical Analysis. The ideal candidate will embrace a flipped classroom model, foster deep critical thinking and inquiry, and support student-athletes in balancing elite athletic training with academic excellence. This role includes serving as an academic advisor to a small group of students with weekly progress reporting to parents.
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Curriculum & Instruction: Design and deliver Honors-level courses in Honors English Literature, Composition, Rhetoric, and Critical Analysis using a flipped classroom model that emphasizes active learning, critical thinking, literary analysis, persuasive writing, and effective communication.
- Student-Athlete Support: Differentiate instruction and assessments to accommodate demanding training and competition schedules while maintaining high academic standards and college-preparatory rigor.
- Advisory & Progress Reporting: Serve as academic advisor to an assigned group of students. Monitor progress, provide guidance, and prepare weekly educational progress reports for parents to ensure transparency and support.
- Inquiry & Skill Development: Plan and facilitate engaging, inquiry-driven lessons and projects that build strong literary analysis, persuasive writing, and effective communication skills aligned with Honors and college-preparatory expectations.
- Flipped Classroom Facilitation: Create high-quality pre-class resources and lead dynamic, discussion-driven classroom sessions focused on application, analysis, and deeper understanding.
- Community & Safeguarding: Contribute to the boarding school community, support school events, and uphold all child protection and safeguarding standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Education or relevant subject area (Mathematics, English, History, or related field)
- Valid teaching certification/license (QTS, state license, or equivalent); IB or Cambridge experience strongly preferred
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience at the secondary level, ideally in an Honors, IB, or college-preparatory setting
- Experience with flipped classroom pedagogy and creating engaging digital learning resources
- Strong organizational skills and comfort with regular parent communication and progress reporting
- Passion for working with student-athletes and supporting their dual academic-athletic development
- Excellent collaboration skills with coaches, dorm staff, and academic leadership in a boarding school environment
Why Work at Saint Leo?
What it's Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they'd use to describe working at Saint Leo University is "Community." Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!
We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).
- FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
- Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
- Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
- Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
- 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
- Employer-provided life insurance
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Nationwide Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Wellness Center
- Eligibility based on meeting required service period
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