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William Penn Charter School is a Quaker, coeducational, pre-K-12 independent, day school in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. Established in 1689 by William Penn and members of the Religious Society of Friends, Penn Charter is a community guided by Quaker testimonies and the central belief that there is "that of God" in every person. A school community that honors difference, Penn Charter seeks to be a place where diversity is understood, represented and valued. Our curriculum embraces a plurality of cultures and celebrates an array of voices, instilling in us a deeper understanding and empathy for individuals in this community and the world.

 As our mission states, we value scholarship and inquiry. With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. Through global connections, civic engagement and a focus on environmental sustainability, we inspire students to be thinkers, collaborators, innovators and leaders. We educate students to live lives that make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY

William Penn Charter School seeks a full-time Middle and Upper School French Teacher for the 2022-2023 academic year. Successful candidates must embrace student-centered pedagogy and technology use in the classroom, model curiosity and a desire for professional growth, and exhibit a desire to build positive and meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents in a manner consistent with the School's mission. Familiarity with the principles and practices of Quakerism and Quaker education is highly desirable. In addition to salary and benefits, teachers have access to a plethora of professional development opportunities via the PC Teaching and Learning Center. 

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate willingness to collaborate regularly with members of the French team and the Language and Culture Department 
• Teach Middle School quarter classes of 6th grade French; 7th grade French (first part of French 1) and 8th grade French (second part of French 1) 
• Teach one Upper School French 3 class
• Serve as an advisor to approximately eight Middle School students 
• Participate in a co-curricular activity such as coaching, clubs, assisting with a theatrical performance or community service
• Attend meetings, comment writing, grade reporting and recess and lunch duties 
• Demonstrate practices that directly reflect a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of service to Penn Charter
   

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Google & Microsoft Office software
• Ability to multi-task & prioritize work 

 Physical demands

• Intermittent or prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

  Required education and experience

• Near-native to native level fluency in French and ability to teach all levels
• Bachelor’s degree in French, Foreign Language Education or related field 
• Prior teaching experience 
• Knowledge of ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and Integrated Performance Assessments is also required and experience using each is preferred

Preferred education and experience

• Familiarity with the principles and practices of Quakerism and Quaker education
• Previous experience teaching online or in a concurrent classroom model would be a plus
• Teacher Certification
• Master’s Degree in related education field

 Salary and benefits   

• William Penn Charter School offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. 
• William Penn Charter School is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

We will review application materials immediately upon submission and interview candidates until the position has been filled.

Prior to hiring, we ask all potential employees to be vaccinated and protected from the life-threatening impact of COVID 19. At Penn Charter we have supported our community's efforts to eradicate the spread of COVID 19 by facilitating access to Covid-19 vaccinations for all current employees and eligible students.

 William Penn Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.