Waunakee, Wisconsin
Washington, D.C.
Waunakee, Wisconsin
San Francisco, California
Posted: 08-Jan-26
Location: San Francisco, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $92,167 to $105,392
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Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
The Lycée Français de San Francisco is currently seeking dynamic and enthusiastic applicants for a German language teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 School Year. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Middle and High School students and promoting the German language in our school.
The Lycée Français de San Francisco is a French Immersion College Preparatory School in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide a challenging educational environment based on the French national curriculum, enriched by English classes from PS-12th grade. Our curriculum is designed to provide students with a well-structured, well-assimilated body of general knowledge, while encouraging the development of analytical and critical thinking skills. Our students earn an American high school diploma, as well as prepare for the French Baccalauréat, which qualifies them for both American and European Universities.
Responsibilities:
- Implement age/level-appropriate German language course for Middle and High School students
- Develop knowledge and understanding of French curriculum standards for teaching German and Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Ensure the visibility and celebration of German language & culture in our school
- Monitor and evaluate student progress
- Communicating regularly with students, parents, guardians and advisors regarding student progress
- Assess student performance using a variety of assessment methods and tools.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to plan and implement school-wide initiatives.
- Participate every year in overnight school field trips and Lycée global learning program
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and progress.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Adhere to school policies and procedures, including those related to student behavior and discipline.
- Participate in various teacher meetings
- Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
Start Date: August 15th 2026
Status: Full-Time
Location: Ortega Campus, San Francisco
Compensation and Benefits:
- Excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 11 paid holidays, close to 16 weeks of paid vacation accrued the first year, long-term disability and retirement benefits.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Candidates with 10 to 20 years related experience in the education field can anticipate an annual salary, ranging from: $92,167 for 18 hours of teaching per week to $105,392 (Teaching Scale 1) in the 2026/2027 salary grid. The salary offered to the successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience in the job, type and years of experience in the industry, education, etc. LFSF offers a negotiated salary range.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume along with a cover letter via https://www.lelycee.org/about/jobs
For any inquiries, please contact cv@lelycee.org
The LFSF is an equal opportunity employer. All individuals have an equal opportunity for employment based on qualifications and merit, regardless of religion, race, sex, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military service status, or any other factor prohibited by state or federal law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and other conditions of employment.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Direct candidates only. No phone calls, please.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in teaching or a related field.
- Teaching certification to teach German.
- The ideal candidate will have experience teaching a wide range of student abilities at the Middle and/or High School level.
- Knowledge of and experience with recent best practices in German language teaching instruction.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
- Passion for promoting physical activity, wellness, and healthy lifestyles.
- Familiarity with technology and innovative teaching strategies.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Culturally competent and committed to equity and inclusion.
Mindset: Ideal candidates will believe:
- in high expectations for all students, and have the ability to recognize excellence
- that collaboration yields better results
- that thoughtful feedback is welcome and helpful for personal development
Work habits: Ideal candidates will consistently:
- be punctual and a role-model for students
- address issues proactively
- take on a variety of tasks flexibly, as necessitated in the breath of this work
- work to create a culture of belonging for students, parents, and colleagues