Upper School World Languages (French) Teacher

Upper School World Languages (French) Teacher

The World Languages (French) Teacher at Ransom Everglades Upper School (US) is a full-time faculty position. Reporting to the World Languages Department Chair, this position is responsible for teaching various levels of French and leading the French program at the US, including student clubs, honor societies, and student travel opportunities. The US World Languages (French) teacher is responsible for promoting lifelong learning while engaging and supporting a diverse student body in a values-based community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Teach five classes of French, including AP French Language and Culture.
• Provide leadership of the French section in the World Languages Department through mentoring Upper School and Middle School French teachers, sponsoring the French club and the French national honor society, and leading or contributing toward international student travel opportunities.
• Deliver engaging and effective lessons to students in grades 9-12, using a variety of instructional strategies to cater to different learning styles.
• Create and administer assessments to measure student learning and progress. This includes quizzes, tests, projects, and cumulative exams.
• Provide thoughtful, individualized feedback and support to students who need extra help, including tutoring during office hours before or after school.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and disciplined learning environment that fosters student engagement and respect for the subject matter.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in language education and pedagogy.
• Regularly communicate with parents about their child's progress, including through parent-teacher conferences and progress reports.
• Work collaboratively with other faculty members, especially within the World Languages department, to share resources, strategies, and insights.
• Participate in section meetings, department meetings, all-school meetings, and multi-day meetings at the beginning and end of the school year, and professional development meetings.
• Actively engage in the school community by attending events, contributing to school initiatives, and supporting the school's mission.
   

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in French or a related discipline; Master’s degree is preferred. 
• Experience as a lead French teacher, working with a group of French teachers, is preferred.
• Experience as the leader of a French program is preferred: French Club sponsor, French NHS sponsor, French student trip sponsor.
• Ability to teach engaging, communicative, student-centered classes for upper school students.
• Proficient with technology, including Google Suite, interactive whiteboards and textbook platforms.
• Collaborative approach with other colleagues, including sharing resources and communicating about curriculum and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Performance Factors:

• Attendance and Dependability: Reliable, with minimal absences and consistent punctuality.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Teamwork: Works well with others, fostering positive, professional relationships and contributing to a constructive work environment.