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National Cathedral School (NCS) announces a search for an Interim full-time Upper School French Teacher.  The position begins in mid to late-January 2024 and runs through June 7, 2024. The candidate will teach classes at different levels (Levels 1 through 5). Native or native-like fluency and experience in teaching French are essential. The upper school French program introduces students to French vocabulary, grammar, and syntax fundamentals while fostering the skills required for foreign language study.  The NCS French program focuses on developing students’ oral proficiency and cultural awareness, enabling students to communicate effectively in real-life contexts with other French speakers.  The successful candidate is knowledgeable about Francophone cultures (ideally from direct experience living abroad); has significant teaching experience from introductory to upper levels; is oriented toward an oral proficiency model; demonstrates mastery of a varied, creative array of pedagogical approaches; and can work with students from diverse backgrounds. 

Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45a.m. to approximately 4:00p.m. Responsibilities for this position include collaboration and full participation in a schoolwide world language department to ensure excellent scope and sequence. Other responsibilities include participating in regular department, division, and faculty meetings, supervising one or more study halls, and serving as a homeroom advisor. NCS offers a competitive salary and a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities.

NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.

All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.

Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment, in Word or pdf format, with “Full-time French Teacher” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org.

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

About National Cathedral School

NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported. National Cathedral School serves 599 students in grades 4 through 12. Faculty and staff are curious intellectually, flexible, collaborative, and view education as an engaging vocation. Our students are engaged, fun, and kind, and they love to be challenged and viewed as confident individuals. Faculty and staff maintain a lively conversation about the meaning of an excellent education, an interest in pedagogy, and innovative uses of technology. As an Episcopal school, NCS welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths while maintaining a close identity with Washington National Cathedral’s commitment to be a house of prayer for all people. National Cathedral School requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any boosters recommended and available to the public, absent eligibility for medical or religious exemptions.

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