Dynamic High School French Educator – AP/Honors

Kids for the Future; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Merion Mercy Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls in grades 9-12 outside Philadelphia, seeks a dynamic French Language Teacher to begin in August 2026. The ideal candidate will inspire students in a blended ACTFL framework, focusing on language and cultural understanding.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in French Education, 5+ years teaching, fluency in French and English, and commitment to diversity within a collaborative, supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in French Education; master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Strong knowledge of French grammar and vocabulary; second language instruction.
• Proficiency with instructional technology.
• Experience in independent girls’ schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates and delivers engaging French curricula for secondary school.
• Teaches French at all levels including CP, Honors, and AP.
• Reflects the school’s Catholic mission and values.
• Establishes a culture of positive communication with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Communicates effectively with diverse populations.
• Creates an inclusive classroom environment and supports diversity.
• Collaborates with colleagues on pedagogical approaches and curricular alignment.
• Engages in professional development to advance inclusive teaching practices.

Skills

Fluency in French & English

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in French Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Classroom

MS Office

Job description

Merion Mercy Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls in grades 9-12 outside Philadelphia, seeks a dynamic French Language Teacher to begin in August 2026. The ideal candidate will inspire students in a blended ACTFL framework, focusing on language and cultural understanding.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in French Education, 5+ years teaching, fluency in French and English, and commitment to diversity within a collaborative, supportive school community.