French Teacher Role

　　This position will report to the Middle School Building Principals in a midsize urban school district located in the Capital region of Upstate New York. The French Teacher will inspire students to develop competencies, knowledge, and skills in aurally comprehending, speaking, reading and writing in French. The French Teacher will coach students on how to interpret the culture of French speaking countries. The French Teacher will use the French language to discover and develop the talents in every student. This position requires a high degree of curiosity, imagination and a love for cultural differences.

　　French Teacher Expectations

　　Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive culturally responsive teaching and instruction program for students;

　　Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds;

　　Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of students, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs;

　　Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment;

　　Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and design projects to enhance educational opportunities and experiences for all students.

　　French Teacher Key Qualities

　　Demonstrate for students the power of languages and how to use language effectively;

　　Passionate about learning languages, student engagement, and communicating to all students they are great;

　　Inspire students to learn and not be afraid of making mistakes, try new cultures, and foster curiosity;

　　Passionate about cultivating their own language proficiencies;

　　Facilitates classroom interactions that foster intellectual and social emotional learning.

　　Job Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　New York State certification in content area.

　　Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred).

　　Position Start Date:09/01/2024

　　Application Deadline:05/31/2024