Long-term Substitute Teacher, Upper School French

Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc.; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodward Academy in Atlanta is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for Upper School French. The role covers levels 1 through 4 and runs from October through May, offering an exempt, temporary position.

The ideal candidate will foster an engaging, inclusive classroom and collaborate with staff to support student learning. Minimum qualifications include a degree in French or foreign language education and 2+ years of high school teaching experience, with a preference for independent school

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in French or Foreign Language Education.
• Master's degree in French or education preferred.
• 2+ years of successful teaching high school French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in high school French and assess written work.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Manage classroom behavior to maintain an effective learning environment.
• Communicate progress with students and parents.
• Collaborate with other grade-level teachers to implement syllabi and assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

French teaching

Strong communication

Technology integration

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's in French or Foreign Language Education

Master's in French or Education (preferred)

Tools

Google Drive

Learning Management Systems

Interactive whiteboards

Job description

Woodward Academy is Atlanta at its very best. We intentionally bring together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a richer learning community and exceptional academic opportunities. Our students and graduates are caring and compassionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be.

The Woodward Academy Upper School strives to help students fulfill their potential in every facet of their lives. Woodward provides opportunities for students to expand their horizons through academics, the arts, athletics, and community service.

Our dedicated teachers excel in their respective fields, and provide a stimulating, fun, and challenging environment. Whether they are promoting academic excellence or demonstrating personal accountability, the Upper School teachers find creative and meaningful ways to communicate with their students.

Position Summary:This position involves a long-term substitute teaching position for high school French. The candidate will be teaching various levels of French from level 1 to level 4. This position will be available from October through the end of the school year in May.

The Long-term Substitute Teacher, Upper School French position is an exempt, temporary position.

Woodward Academy is dedicated to providing a safe, drug-free environment for its students, faculty, and staff. Accordingly, Woodward has adopted a drug-free workplace policy, which includes substance abuse testing of all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable state law. As such all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements which include background checks and substance testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Specific Duties Include:

• Instructing students in subject content along with reading and grading student written work
• Demonstrating a high level of responsiveness to students needs including the implementation of differentiated teaching strategies
• Managing student behavior in a manner that optimizes the learning environment
• Maintain regular communication with students and their parents regarding progress
• Working cooperatively with other grade-level teachers to implement pre-designed course syllabi and tests/other assessments
• Other Duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Have a working knowledge and experience teaching all levels of high school French
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrating tact and diplomacy
• Ability to leverage technology, including but not limited to, interactive whiteboards, Google Drive, and Learning Management Systems
• A solid understanding of learning challenges as well as the accommodations and differentiated learning techniques to support such
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in French or Foreign Language Education from an accredited institution of higher learning; master's degree in French or education preferred
• 2+ years of successful teaching high school French preferred
• Independent school experience preferred, but not required