The Position

The World Language Department at The Episcopal Academy seeks to hire a Middle School French teacher for the 2023-2024 academic year. We are looking for a new colleague who is passionate about language instruction and eager to share that enthusiasm with Middle School students. Our new department member should be able to deliver engaging and effective lessons to grades 6-8 and be willing to collaborate and create with colleagues.

Who You Are

Our department focuses on proficiency-based learning in order to make the language learning experience more effective and meaningful for our students. A colleague who will fit well in our department will identify with the following:

• Native or near-native fluency in French
• Educational background in World Language Pedagogy and/or French
• A student-centered pedagogical approach that embraces proficiency-based teaching and learning with an emphasis on making the curriculum relevant, practical and meaningful
• Well-versed in current pedagogies and genuinely enjoys working with students

• Varied teaching tool-kit that includes various forms of authentic materials and assessment
• Deep commitment to building and sustaining inclusive learning spaces

Who We Are

While each employee at Episcopal brings a unique set of competencies and skills to their work, we believe all employees should:

• Be student-centered, embrace school life and show it through interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Embody and live The Stripes.
• Consistently maintain high standards for his or her own work and motivate others to achieve the same standard of excellence.
• Demonstrate a desire and willingness to constantly grow and learn, both personally and professionally, and sees others - especially students - as having the ability to learn and reach success.
• Foster a positive culture by being optimistic, selfless, flexible, and collaborative.
• Demonstrate a belief in and commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials in support of their application:

• Cover letter expressing interest in this position
• Current résumé

The Episcopal Academy seeks candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated, as described in our Diversity and Inclusion statement.