Career Center

Upper School French Teacher

Start Date: August 2022

Randolph School is seeking an innovative upper school French teacher with a growth mindset. The ideal candidate is a native or near-native French speaker, can teach students at every level of French, including Advanced Placement, and is committed to offering students an inspiring, language-learning experience. 

Applicants should have at least a BA degree in French, teaching experience and training in Foreign Language education. Requirements include fully fluent language usage, excellent pronunciation, ability to teach totally in the target language, a firm understanding of French syntax, vocabulary and culture, classroom management skills, collegiality, and a keen desire to work with young people.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a deep fluency and mastery of the French language.
• Teach French Level 1 through AP French to upper school students (grades 9-12).
• Collaborate with department members on pedagogy and curricular scope and sequence 
• Effectively monitor and manage student learning with effective systems and routines in place
• Possess a sincere and visible commitment to best critical thinking, reading, writing, and research practices and continued professional development
• Serve as an advisor for a group of 10-12 upper school students
• Champion students as their classroom teacher and faculty advisor, developing positive relationships with students, their families, and the community
• Understand and appreciate independent school philosophy
• Inspire students to reach high standards
• Serve as a full member of the community by leading clubs, electives, or activities beyond classroom duties, attend school events such as concerts and games, and serve as proctor as needed 
• Provide support for all learners through diverse strategies and approaches in a caring classroom environment where students learn and collaborate positively with one another 
• Understand and appreciate independent school philosophy

Teaching experience in a rigorous, college preparatory program at the secondary level and a passionate desire to contribute to co-curricular activities, especially in athletics and/or the arts will be given additional consideration.

Qualifications 

A master’s degree in French is preferred and 3+ years of experience teaching Upper School students.

To Apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=e6deffda-3ccd-4d7f-a6bf-5c15e508548e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

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