Lower School PE Teacher – Immediate Opening

French American International School; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition remission

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

French International School of Oregon is seeking a Lower School PE Teacher to join our on-site teaching team. The role requires fluent French and strong English communication, with minimum 3 years of teaching experience. You will engage students in a multilingual, multicultural environment and contribute to ongoing professional development.

The position runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and includes active participation in school life, field trips, and collaboration with international colleagues.

Qualifications

• Teaching certificate required.
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
• Fluent in French (spoken and written).
• Sufficient English proficiency to communicate professionally with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instructional plans aligned with the school’s curriculum and division expectations.
• Prepare yearly unit plans.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet diverse needs and learners.
• Foster a learning environment grounded in respect, inclusion, and appreciation of differences.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with administrators, colleagues, students, and families.
• Maintain records of student attendance, performance, and progress; share updates with families and administrators as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and division leadership as part of an international teaching team.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and community events.

Skills

Fluent French

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching certificate

Tools

Google Workspace

Zoom

Job description

Lower School PE Teacher

Status: Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: Lower School Principal Start Date: Immediate Opening

About FI (French International)

French International School of Oregon develops curious and critical thinkers through an immersive multilingual curriculum. We foster an inclusive community that values diverse perspectives and encourages collaboration, inquiry, and growth. Our small classes, fluent-speaking teachers, and forested campus create a supportive environment for students and staff alike.

Position Summary

FI is seeking fluentFrench speaking educators to join our FI teaching teams. Teachers organize, and implement instructional programs that support the mission of the school and help students develop and fulfill their potential in a multilingual, multicultural environment. This is a full-time, on-campus position with minimum hours of 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m, outside of collaboration and meeting times

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and implement instructional plans aligned with the school’s curriculum and division expectations.
• Prepare yearly unit plans.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs, levels, and learning styles of students.
• Foster a learning environment grounded in respect, inclusion, and appreciation of differences.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate clearly and professionally (in French and English) with administrators, colleagues, students, and families.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student attendance, performance, and progress; share updates with families and administrators as required.
• Report academic or behavioral concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and division leadership as part of an international teaching team.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the life of the school, including meetings, committees, and community events.
• Supervise students appropriately both on and off campus, including during field trips, overnight excursions, and school-sponsored activities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching practice and support the school’s mission.
• Follow all legal mandates, school policies, and professional expectations as outlined in the FI Employee and All-School Handbooks.
• Ability to move around the campus and transport instructional materials as needed; reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Teaching certificate.
• Three years of teaching experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively on teams and within school-wide initiatives.
• Certification to teach the French national curriculum (France or another recognized francophone country).
• Fluent French speaker (spoken and written).
• Sufficient English proficiency to communicate professionally with colleagues and parents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of teaching experience.
• Experience in international or bilingual schools.
• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) or Middle Years Programme (MYP) experience.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Demonstrated intercultural fluency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Additional Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and work independently when needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build effective relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Familiarity with technology tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and learning management platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

FI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Compensation based on experience and education according to the FI salary scale.
• Generous school-year holiday breaks (winter, spring, and all scheduled closures), in addition to comprehensive sick leave and PTO benefits.
• Health insurance coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
  • FI covers 100% of the employee’s base medical premium.
  • Employees pay the premium for any dependents and for any buy-up plan options.
• Dental and basic life insurance coverage.
• Tuition remission for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits and supplemental options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in employment or in the administration of any of our programs.