Position: Middle School French Teacher
Founded in 1888, The Baldwin School is an all-girls college preparatory, independent day school, PK-12, dedicated to a tradition of excellence in education. In a nurturing atmosphere that reflects socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious diversity, our girls strive to develop scholarship, leadership, and citizenship within a community that emphasizes intellectual rigor, ethical integrity, and independence of thought. More information is available on our website.
The Baldwin School is seeking a full-time Middle School French teacher to teach French classes to students in Grades 6 through 8, make meaningful contributions to the advising and co-curricular programs, engage in those duties typical of independent day school life, and support the school's mission. Successful candidates will have an understanding of and appreciation for girls' education.
We seek candidates interested in working collaboratively on innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum design and development. In addition to the ability to teach French and the cultures of francophone countries, engage students positively, and interact productively with colleagues and parents, the successful candidate will have a strong facility in developing students' ability to express themselves in speech and writing using relevant technology.
Responsibilities:
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In partnership with the department chair and French colleagues, introduce students to the language and culture of the francophone world; develop appropriate curriculum and lessons to ensure a cohesive learning trajectory from year to year;
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Create an inclusive and supportive classroom community, establish routines and build relationships with students; use positive guidance, offer helpful feedback and exhibit patiences, empathy, and respect;
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Differentiate instruction and materials to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of all students;
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Assess student progress and adjust teaching plans accordingly; provide students with regular and timely feedback about their progress;
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Create and regularly update a digital classroom page, using our learning management system (LMS), as a primary means of communicating classroom activities to families;
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Collaborate with colleagues in other content areas to design interdisciplinary and project-based learning experiences;
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Coordinate and chaperone language immersion trip to Quebec;
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Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and a commitment to growth for yourself and your students, by actively pursuing professional development relevant to your teaching practice;
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Serve as an advisor, club leader, chaperone, or other co-curricular leader in support of the Middle School;
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Maintain an ongoing dialogue with parents about student progress through emails, phone calls, report-writing and in-person conferences;
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Other duties as assigned by the Division Director or Head of School.
Qualifications:
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B.A. in a relevant subject area, M.A. preferred;
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Fluent in oral and written French;
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Strong content knowledge in all relevant areas, including French grammar, culture of the francophone world, and French literature;
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3-5 years of teaching experience at the Middle School level, preferred;
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Ability to use academic technology to enhance classroom instruction; and
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Effective communication skills, including the ability to provide developmentally appropriate feedback to middle school students.
Contact:
Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references.