Teacher

What makes us More?
Thomas More Classical School forms students in Truth, Goodness, and Beauty by cultivating hearts and minds through a content-rich classical Christian education. We deepen faith, awaken God-given charisms, and equip each graduate with the knowledge and virtue needed to pursue their unique calling and live as free and flourishing Alaskans.
 
This mission is what drives everything we do at TMCS.
 
As an interdenominational classical Christian school, we welcome families seeking a morally grounded, content-rich education. TMCS is honored to be a Hillsdale K–12 supported founding effort, selected through a highly competitive application process.
 
What sets us apart is our vigorous classical curriculum, our warm and faithful Christian ethos, and our strategic partnership with Hillsdale College’s K–12 initiative. We aspire to be the premier choice for families in Anchorage and beyond. Our four pillars of Formation, Discovery, Service, and Goodwill are strengthened by the virtues that embody them: Courage, Fortitude, Prudence, Faith, Wisdom, Justice, Duty, Integrity, and Charity.
 
For the 2026–27 school year, TMCS is seeking key staff professionals who know and love Jesus Christ, and who are eager to fulfill the mission with fidelity and excellence. Led by the Headmaster, each team member is supported, coached, and held accountable to the mission and culture of TMCS all while enjoying opportunities for professional development, generous time off, and an atmosphere of genuine collegiality and care.
 We are excited about building our team – find out what it is like to be More!
 Open Positions: Full and Part-time Faculty   
Reports to: Headmaster
Expected start Date: August 3, 2026
 
Thomas More Classical School seeks faithful, mission-driven, and skilled classroom teachers to serve as the heart of our K–6 program. TMCS teachers embrace the school’s mission to form students in Truth, Goodness, and Beauty by cultivating hearts and minds through a content-rich classical Christian education. Teachers partner with parents, model Christian virtue, and nurture each child to become a flourishing student and citizen.
 
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Instruction & Student Formation

• Lead a contained classroom (all core subjects) using a classical, liberal arts approach guided by the Hillsdale College K–12 curriculum and Program Guide.
• Use whole-group, multi-sensory methods rich in story and questions.
• Explicit phonics, grammar, and writing instruction.
• Cultivate moral imagination and virtue through literature, storytelling, and discussion of great works.
• Provide differentiated instruction while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
• Manage classroom routines, ensuring an orderly, joyful, and disciplined learning environment.
• Foster student attentiveness, respect, and habits of mind consistent with classical pedagogy -inspire wonder.
• Model scholarly behaviors – attend to the work as a model of a life-long learner.

• Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials in alignment with TMCS’s curriculum and classical Christian philosophy – follow the scope and sequence of Hillsdale K-12 American Classical Education Program Guide.
• Assess student performance through observations, assignments, tests, and formative measures; provide timely feedback.
• Track and report academic progress to parents and administrators.
• Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, and behavior.

• Shepherd students with prayer, encouragement, correction, and love.
• Model Christian faith and virtue inside and outside the classroom.
• Pray daily for students, families, colleagues, and the Headmaster.
• Guide students in practicing responsibility, service, diligence, and humility.
• Support student formation through TMCS initiatives such as the House system, assemblies, and service opportunities.

• Communicate clearly, warmly, and consistently with parents regarding student progress, needs, and successes.
• Attend and participate in parent-teacher conferences, meetings, and school events.

• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators as part of the TMCS faculty.
• Offer thoughtful critique and feedback to the Headmaster when requested, in a spirit of unity and service.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development, and training sessions.
• Support and attend school events, programs, and celebrations.

• Participate in faculty devotions and prayer.
• Be prepared to tutor scholars as needed.
• Take part in ongoing professional growth in classical education.
• Support Advancement, Admissions, and community-building efforts when called upon (e.g., open houses, donor events, speaking opportunities).
• Cheerfully take on projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Headmaster.

• A personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, committed to living out the Christian faith.
• A love for children, teaching, and the mission of TMCS.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Humble, teachable, and collaborative spirit.
• Winsome personality that inspires confidence and joy in students and families.