Lower School Teacher – Immediate Opening

French International School of Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO (paid time off)

Tuition remission for eligible depend­

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Dental and basic life insurance

Job summary

The French International School of Oregon is seeking a fluent French-speaking Lower School Teacher to join our on-campus team. This full-time role supports multilingual instruction, collaborates with an international faculty, and fosters inclusive learning environments for young students.

Responsibilities include planning aligned lessons, maintaining student records, communicating with families in French and English, supervising field trips, and engaging in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Teaching certificate and 3 years of classroom experience.
• Ability to teach in French and English in a multilingual setting.
• Collaborative, culturally aware and committed to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction aligned with FI curriculum.
• Maintain records of student progress and communicate with families.
• Support school community through committees and events.
• Supervise students on and off campus.

Skills

Fluent French

English communication

Team collaboration

Technology literacy

Education

Teaching certificate

Certification to teach the French national curriculum

IB PYP/MYP experience (if applicable)

Tools

Google Workspace

Zoom

Learning management platforms

Job description

Lower School Teacher

Status: Full-Time, ExemptReports To: Lower School PrincipalStart 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.