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Worcester Academy is Hiring an Upper School French Teacher Near Worcester, MA
Job DescriptionSUMMARY DESCRIPTIONWe are looking for a teacher who is committed to the ideals and joys of teaching upper school students and who can inspire a love of learning in their students through the development and application of thoughtful, meaningful learning experiences for students. The successful teacher in this role also will understand the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting as well as have the ability to work independently. We are looking for an educator who embraces a growth mindset for their own professional development and who can help students to do the same. Essential Functions And Key Objectives
Teach four sections of Upper School French
Develop units and lessons that support the goals of the WA Language Department
Support student learning through project-based, multi-modal approaches to teaching and learning
Maintain discipline in accordance with the student handbook
Provide appropriate, actionable feedback on student work and in term reports
Complete grading, comments and progress reports in a timely manner
Serve as the academic and developmental advisor to a small group of upper school students
Participate as a day faculty member in 5 weekends of programming throughout the school year
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain classroom and shared spaces as conducive to teaching, learning, and working
Maintain daily student attendance and adhere to tardiness procedures
Attend and participate in school trips
Maintain mature and age appropriate judgment and boundaries
Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and integration of new learning into practice
Follow accident & illness procedures
Participate in all safety drills, including fire, lockdown and evacuation
Represent the school and what it stands for positively at public events, admissions events, community events, development events, etc., some of which take place outside of the regular school day and calendar
Develop and sustain relationships with colleagues that benefit their students and further one anothers professional growth
Develop and sustain relationships with parents that support each student's well-being and increasing autonomy
Serve as a role model for students and colleagues
Affirm and defend the dignity and worth of each member of the community and maintain an environment that fosters respect
Other duties as assigned by the Division Head and Department Chair
QualificationsRequired Experience: Education
Minimum: Bachelors degree in French
Preferred: Masters degree in French or in Education (or both)
Experience
At least 2-3 years experience in teaching French in an academic setting at the upper school level
Scaffolding and differentiation of content and skills, including executive functions
Classroom organization and management
Innovative and project-based curriculum design and pedagogy
Multicultural curriculum design and pedagogy
Collaboration with colleagues
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Demonstrated ability to prepare cohesive teaching units and daily lesson plans
Knowledge of best practices in multicultural curriculum and pedagogy
Demonstrated skill in working with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds
Ability to apply best practices for integrating technology into curriculum and pedagogy
Ability to implement problem-based learning and assessment
An understanding of the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting and the ability to do so
Ability to work independently
Ability to communicate tactfully, thoughtfully, and in modes appropriate to the audience
Flexibility
A commitment to ones own learning and professional development
SUPERVISION EXERCISED None SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Upper School faculty are supervised in curriculum and pedagogy through the partnership of the Department Chair and the Head of the Upper School
Upper School faculty are supervised in the execution of critical duties by the Head of the Upper School
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work full-time and maintain regular and predictable attendance
Ability to move throughout the campus during all weather conditions
Ability to effectively communicate in person and digitally with faculty, staff, parents, students and external contacts
BenefitsCompetitive Benefits Package Included Keyword: Upper School French Teacher