Upper School French Teacher

Division: Upper School

Job Title: Full-Time Upper School French Teacher

Status: Exempt, full-time school year

Salary: $87,000 to $105,000

ABOUT POLY

Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is the first nonprofit, coeducational, K-12, independent school in Southern California. The meaning of polytechnic as “many arts” is reflected in the school’s ambitious and student-centered educational program. Nationally recognized as a K-12 educational leader, Poly develops the unique intellect, talents, and character of each student through transformative teaching within a diverse community devoted to academic excellence, the creative arts, the camaraderie of team sports, and service to others.

Poly strives to be an inclusive community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth by ensuring that all of our 870 students, nearly 65% of whom identify as Students of Color, are seen, heard, and valued as their authentic selves. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual and seek to celebrate the joy, the love, and the creativity that emanate from the human spirit. Throughout our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, students, faculty, and staff commit to deepening our understanding and knowledge of ourselves, each other, and our ever-changing world.

Within our community of care, Poly students build the confidence and capacity to think critically and creatively to become responsible global citizens and intellectual leaders. Taught by an extraordinary faculty, Poly graduates are ready to fulfill the promise of their talents and lead meaningful, purposeful lives.

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POSITION PURPOSE: Polytechnic School is looking for an energetic and dynamic French teacher who, above all, loves working with Upper School students and values and affirms the unique contributions of each child in the school community. Poly is looking for a teacher who is qualified to teach all levels of French and believes that all students can reach fluency in French. This teacher will be joining a World Languages Department that values collegiality, flexibility, and embraces cultural and linguistic diversity.

Reporting to the director of the Upper School, the successful candidate will take a student-centered approach to all school work and will use the school’s mission to design and support the academic, extracurricular, social, and emotional success of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach 4 courses (including Advanced Placement courses) to Upper School students plus serving as an advisor;
• Collaborate with other members of the world languages department to prepare course materials including syllabi, homework assignments, assessments, and supplementary materials;
• Administration and evaluation of class work, assignments, and assessments;
• Preparation and maintenance of student attendance records, grades, comments, and other required records;
• Planning, evaluation, and revision of curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction;
• Provide assistance and advice to students during free periods and before and after school;
• Collaborate with members of the world languages department, the Upper School faculty, and the entire K-12 community;
• Engage robustly in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote a healthy learning environment;
• Regular participation in professional development opportunities to maintain and grow both expertise in the subject matter and inclusive pedagogical practices;
• Enthusiastically participate in the greater life of the school, particularly extracurricular activities as an advisor or spectator and chaperone;
• Be knowledgeable in new trends and developments within world languages education;
• Be available to parents, students, administration, and colleagues outside the school day when needed;
• Willingly take on other duties as needed.

• BA/BS degree. Advanced degree(s) preferred.
• Minimum of five years teaching French or relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience creating inclusive learning environments and opportunities.
• Ability to use effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to manage competing demands and adapt to frequent or unexpected changes.
• Ability to work collaboratively and methodically with students, parents, faculty, and staff on a regular basis.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines, as well as a diverse array of contacts.
• Work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.