French Teacher 25-26 School Year JobID: 1248 + Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Foreign Language - French + Date Posted: 1/8/2025 + Location: Secondary Level + Date Available: 08/27/2025    French Teacher 25-26 School YearSplit position Middle School & High SchoolPosition Overview:We are looking for a dedicated and passionate French Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will inspire students to explore the French language and culture while fostering a supportive learning environment. This position involves teaching French courses to students, focusing on proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The French Teacher will collaborate with colleagues to create engaging lesson plans and assessments that meet the needs of diverse learners. A commitment to educational excellence and a desire to make a positive impact on students' lives are essential for this role.Responsibilities:Curriculum/Instructional Planning and Implementation: + Develops and implements age-appropriate lesson plans in accordance with the district's curriculum and educational standards. + Utilizes a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage students in the learning process and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs. + Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. + Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level/department, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. Classroom Management: + Establishes and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and cooperation among students. + Implements effective behavior management strategies to create a conducive learning atmosphere. + Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom. Assessment and Progress Monitoring: + Conducts ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly. + Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and provide constructive feedback to both students and parents. + Collaborates with colleagues to analyze student performance data and tailor instructional approaches accordingly. + Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. Parent Communication: + Regularly communicates with parents and guardians regarding student achievements, challenges, and overall progress. + Fosters open and effective communication with parents through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and other communication channels. + Works collaboratively with parents to support students' academic and social development. + Professional Development: + Participates in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, teaching methodologies, and curriculum advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings. + Collaborates with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students. Other: + Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. + The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree and NYS Certification in French Grades 7-12. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with children. + Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.