Primary-Junior French Studies Teacher

Jewish Federation of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is seeking a part-time Primary-Junior French Studies teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves creating a dynamic classroom atmosphere, developing engaging lesson plans, and collaborating with fellow educators to support student growth. Ideal candidates will be fluent in French and possess a Bachelor Degree in Education, with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Medical and vision coverage

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Group life insurance

Early leave for Shabbat

Kosher food options available

Qualifications

• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree and Bachelor of Education or equivalent required.
• Master's degree in education is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and implement lesson plans based on the curriculum.
• Create an immersive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrative staff to implement instructional goals.

Skills

Fluency in French

Lesson Planning

Collaboration

Student Engagement

Differentiation

Education

Bachelor Degree

Bachelor of Education

Ontario College of Teachers Certificate

Job description

We are currently seeking a part-time (0.5) Primary-Junior French Studies teacher for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. The candidate we move forward with will:

Be fluent in French (oral and written communication) and be committed to providing an immersive classroom setting;
Develop, prepare, and implement lesson plans based on the curriculum;
Utilize best instructional practices, methods, materials and technology;
Collaborate with other faculty members and administrative staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
Prepare lessons that reflect differentiation for individual student needs and implement the recommendations from assessments featured in Individual Education Plans;
Be a positive role model for students reflective of the mission of the school;
Participate actively and meaningfully in Professional Development opportunities and be committed to professional growth;
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students;
Connect with and engage in student life
Support student behaviour in alignment with the school philosophy.

Position: Part-time
Salary Range: $24,687 - $51,680 annually (based on 0.5 FTE); Commensurate with Education and Experience
Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, medical, vision, dental, long-term disability, group life insurance, leave early for Shabbat, kosher food option available
Preferred Experience: 2+ Years’ Experience
Required Degree/Credentials: Bachelor Degree and Bachelor of Education (or equivalent)
Preferred Degree/Credentials: Bachelor of Education with a concentration in French as a Second Language; Master of Education an asset; Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification an asset.

Application Instructions: If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to [e-mail], attention Vice Principal, Melissa Thompson. Only applicants who are being actively considered will be contacted.