French Teacher

DESCRIPTION
The Newman School is seeking a full-time French Teacher. Newman School Faculty report directly to the Assistant Head of School and are a member of an educational department. Candidates with Spanish experience are encouraged to apply.

The teacher is responsible for planning and implementing the course curriculum, as designed and assigned by the department chair, and meeting the departmental major objectives.

In addition to teaching, Newman faculty advise a group of students and contribute to the overall program (clubs, activities, athletics) the equivalent of one out of two terms.

The successful candidate will be a passionate educator who is committed to the mission of Newman and displays a sensitivity to and understanding of students with diverse learning styles.

The French teacher will foster a positive, structured, and caring environment, while also adhering to the goals of the International Baccalaureate - to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in French, Spanish, language teaching, education, or a related field is required
• A master's degree is preferred
• At least two years of experience working in a school environment with students in grades 7-12

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparing and delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate French lessons to students in grades

7-12

• Engaging in professional development related to the International Baccalaureate
• Effectively using technology to enhance instruction and learning
• Assessing student performance and providing feedback that supports growth and development
• Conducting parent conferences and communicating effectively with parents and families
• Collaborate with colleagues in grade-level team meetings and department meetings
• As an advisor, serve as a primary point of contact for parents and families
• Engage in coaching or activities outside of the classroom as assigned

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to with the subject "Language teacher"

The Newman School invites and employs qualified candidates of any race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin or ethnicity to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to all employees at the school.

It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin or ethnicity.

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