French American School of Denver
Position: French Immersion Classroom Teacher (K–5)
Status: Full-Time exempt
Our Mission:
The French American School of Denver (FASDenver) is a French Immersion, multicultural learning community dedicated to providing an academically rigorous, culturally enriching environment where students are empowered to become critical thinkers, global citizens, and lifelong learners. Our K–5 program emphasizes language immersion, creativity, and high expectations for academic and personal growth.
Our faculty and staff collaborate closely to support each student’s development in both French and English, through a curriculum that includes core academics, music, arts, physical education, and character development to nurture the whole child. Our inclusive community celebrates each student’s unique identity and fosters a climate where all voices are valued.
Why You’ll Love Working at FASD:
At FASD, you will:
- Join a diverse and growing international school community.
- Work in a collaborative, bilingual environment that values multilingualism and cultural exchange.
- Receive meaningful support from experienced educators and school leaders.
- Play an essential role in supporting student success in both French and English.
What You’ll Do:
As a French Immersion Teacher, you will create a safe, engaging, and linguistically rich learning environment. You will lead classroom instruction, student supervision, preparation of materials, and individualized student support, all while modeling French language use.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead instruction in a French Immersion classroom (K–5).
- Model and encourage the use of spoken and written French throughout the school day.
- Plan and implement large and small group or one-on-one instruction in both academic and enrichment settings.
- Prepare classroom materials and organize learning activities.
- Supervise students during classroom transitions that may include lunch, recess, and school events
- Foster a warm, respectful, and inclusive classroom climate that supports all learners.
- Reinforce behavioral expectations and school norms positively and consistently.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to meet individual student needs.
- Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and families (in French or English as appropriate).
- Teachers will actively prepare students for school events and performances.
- Participate in staff meetings, school events, and professional development sessions.
- Provide continuous student assessment, mid-year and end-of-year progress reports, and hold parent-teacher conferences twice a year. For students with identified needs, participate in Multi-Tiered System of Supports evaluations.
- Other duties as assigned
We Invite Applicants Who Are:
- Able to support K-5 learners in an inclusive, culturally responsive environment
- Passionate about education and working with children.
- Collaborative, flexible, and open to feedback.
- Committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.
- Excited to be part of a bilingual, international school culture.
Qualifications:
Required:
- French fluency at the following level: Native or ILR (4+)/CEFR (C2) level/ STAMP Advanced High
- Francophone cultural influence
- US Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent verified by approved NACES member
- 1-3 years elementary or middle school teaching experience, depending on applied for grade level or experience in a language immersion educational environment (**experience as an assistant may be considered towards this requirement)
- Authorized to work in US or qualify to obtain a J-1 Visa if needed
- Meet applicable fingerprinting and background check requirements
Preferred:
- Native French speaker
- Master’s Degree from Francophone Ministry of Education
- 3+ years language immersion teaching experience in elementary or middle school, depending on applied for grade level
- Hold Francophone Ministry of Education Certification
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive monthly salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Optional extra hours paid at a competitive wage (ex. before and after school care).
- Benefits package for full-time employees, including health insurance and PERA retirement plan participation.
- Paid holidays and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment with a global perspective.
To Apply:
Submit your resume and three professional references (two must be from supervisors) by applying through https://fasdenver.bamboohr.com/careers/24. Any questions may be sent to Hiring@Fasdenver.org.
FASD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.