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Job Title: French Teacher
Date Revised: January 2024
Department: Maternelle / Lower School
FTE: 1.0; Classification: Exempt; Salaried
Pay range: Depends on experience and education level
Reports To: Maternelle or Lower School Director

Job Summary: Teachers at French International are responsible for planning, organizing, developing
and implementing the French National Educational Curriculum within the IB Primary Years Program
framework, to support the mission of the School, and cultivate an optimal learning environment for all
students to feel successful. Teachers in collaboration with the pedagogical team (French, English,
Specialist and Student Support) and the PYP coordinator develop the programme and provide a unique
learning experience for students.

 

Essential Responsibilities:

 

Curriculum

● Design and implement instructional plans in accordance with the French International school
curriculum; including preparing progression and units. Provide an inclusive, caring environment
with respect to children’s individual differences.
● Master the French national curriculum and be up to date with the units of inquiry designed for
your grade level
● Maternelle only : Knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for children and
knowledge of early childhood development.
● Pursue professional learning opportunities, to enhance knowledge, skills, and performance.

 

Collaboration

● Ability to create positive, professional relationships with parents, caregivers, and colleagues.
● Excellent conflict management skills.
● Cultural competency, ability to interact with a diverse array of people and foster inclusivity within
the classroom, with colleagues and parents.
● Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a team member.
● The ability to problem-solve, compromise, collaborate, be flexible, and take direction when
necessary.
● Excellent communication skills to share knowledge, needs and support with your assistant (if
applicable) and colleagues to support a healthy work environment.
● Attend all meetings, ( during or outside school hours), including but not limited to: all staff, all
faculty, cycle and level.

 

Teaching and Learning

● Co-teach lessons with homeroom teachers either in the classroom, the library, the maker space,
or other outdoor learning environments.
● Provide a dynamic learning environment for students.
● Be aware of and observe all legal mandates, school policies and regulations, administrative
procedures, and standards of professional conduct as outlined in the French International
Employee and All-School Handbooks.
● Communication with students is child centered, positive and promotes growth.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills with families, including but not limited to:
parent teacher conferences, office hours, parent teacher meetings, email, progress report and
report cards.

 

Non-pedagogical responsibilities

● Provide appropriate supervision at all times for students under his/her care whether on or off
campus.
● Accept and carry out occasional additional responsibilities assigned by the administration, e.g.,
participation in school events, including but not limited to field trips (day and overnight), field
studies, overseas trips, dances, and other after-school activities. Including parent- teacher
conferences that could happen after school hours.
● Supervision duties as needed ( ie lunch, recess).
● Maintain current certifications for Oregon Child Care Division Central Background Registry,
Food Handler, CPR/First Aid certifications, and professional development hours in Oregon
Registry Online (ORO) - if applicable.

 

Minimum Requirements:

● Certification to teach the French national curriculum from France, or other francophone country
recognized by French International, native level fluency in French,
● 3 years international teaching experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

● 5 years international teaching experience
● IB Primary Years Programme experience
● Bilingual in French and English

 

Physical Requirements:

● Mobility sufficient to move about the campus and assure the safety of young children.
● Ability to communicate with children, colleagues, and families fluently in French and sufficiently
in English.
● Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to communicate
clearly in both written and verbal formats.
● The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and to accomplish frequent bending, squatting,
stooping and kneeling ( Maternelle).

 

Schedule:

● Classroom schedule is from 8am-3:30pm (Lower school) and from 8:15am- 3:15pm
(Maternelle).
● Teachers are required to be on campus 15 minutes prior to start time and 15 minutes after finish
time.
● Teachers are required to be on campus during school hours, unless approved otherwise by your
division head.

 

Skills relevant to the position:

● Management: Detail-oriented, organized, analytical, and solution-oriented
● Communication: Effective written and verbal skills for a professional school environment
● Collaboration: Team player to build on school goals and able to self-monitor and work
independently
● Work ethic: Commitment to the French International mission, core values and guiding principles
● Development: Commitment to staying current with new technology, school sponsored or
individual

Supervises: None

Approved by ________________________________________ Date _______
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time.

French International School of Oregon does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the
basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or
ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected
characteristic or status

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French Teacher, Upper School
Employment Terms: F/T, Permanent
Start Date: August 2024

Upper Canada College (UCC) is focused on making the world a more just and inclusive place through
dialogue and teamwork. With a commitment to equity and fairness, students learn that what makes us
different as individuals makes us stronger as a community. A rigorous academic program is supported by
accomplished faculty, exceptional co-curricular programming, and state-of-the-art facilities. The UCC
experience is underpinned by five core values: learning, pluralism, service, community, and well-being.
Among its strategic goals is UCC’s ambition to become more diverse and inclusive. This is supported by a
recognition that no learning community is whole without the inclusion and amplification of multiple voices;
UCC is committed to fostering belonging, striving for justice
and peace among all people, and addressing
systemic and structural forms of oppression.

Position Overview:
Upper School teachers educate students in grades 8 to 12. They demonstrate passion and diligence in
their core subjects and interdisciplinary learning, across the Humanities, Sciences, Languages, Physical
Education, the Arts, English, Design and Mathematics. Their role involves planning, reviewing and
revising curriculum as part of course teams, as well as implementing approaches to teaching in learning
that are student-centered and skills-based.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, curious and flexible French Teacher for our Upper School
Modern and Classical Languages Department to teach a full course load. You will have demonstrated
a pattern of innovation, collaboration and engagement in learning and/or teaching, and share an
eagerness to work with a variety of learners and diverse student body. In addition, you will share an
interest in real-world and transformative learning experiences, as well as demonstrate cultural
competency and an ability to work in a collegial manner.

Responsibilities:
Academic
● Prepare and implement course objectives, lesson plans, outlines and assessment pieces for
course of study following IB and College guidelines;
● Employ best practices for teaching students at the high school level, including inquiry and
problem-based learning, scaffolding, book-ending, frequent review and feedback, and
differentiated instruction;
● Establish a positive and aspiring classroom environment that best enables a diverse group of
students to flourish, and recognizes the differing needs of students on the basis of their linguistic,
historical, cultural and socio-economic experiences;
● Communicate regularly on student progress with faculty, administrators and parents;
● Use technology in the classroom to enhance learning and support student organization and
planning;
● Collaboratively create engaging assessments to evaluate students’ progress, and provide
meaningful feedback to students, in their journey towards continuous growth;
● Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and strategies and make
relevant changes to instructional plans and activities;
● Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, assemblies and
various professional development opportunities;
● Be a mentor for an IB continuum project (Personal Project, PYP Exhibition or Extended Essay).

Advising
● Actively engage with students in their advising group in order to know them and support their
growth in academics, co-curricular and social emotional wellbeing;
● Know the academic, physical and personal profiles of each student in the advising group;
● Emulate the values of the College-Learning, Community, Wellbeing, Service and Pluralism;
● Be an effective link between the school and families on both academic and non-academic matters
by carrying out the duties of an Adviser;
● Meet with advisees during twice weekly advising sessions and delivering the advising curriculum;
● Write advising comments on reports and communicate formally and informally with parents of
advisees in person, email and via telephone.

Co-Curricular
● Lead with skill, passion and enthusiasm, identified activities in our vast co-curricular program,
including athletics (coaching expertise in basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, baseball), the
arts, clubs and publications;
● Actively participate in the life of the school including, but not limited to graduation, school dances
and other extracurricular community events as required.

Experience, Knowledge and Competencies:
● University Major in French is preferred;
● Experience with the MYP and/or International Baccalaureate program an asset;
● Ability to demonstrate excellent second language pedagogy at the High school level;
● Strong proficiency in French;
● Good background in French literature and Franco-Canadian culture;
● Relevant teaching or related work experience;
● Demonstrated ability to employ a wide variety of teaching techniques including utilization of
technology.
● Willingness to adapt and change based on the unique and diverse needs of the students;
● Commitment to honesty, justice, fairness and equity;
● Collaborative, energetic disposition with demonstrated creativity and passion for working with
students;
● Display humility and empathy, and recognize their ability to positively influence change;
● Embraces the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference in their local and global
communities;
● Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong professional relationships with
students, colleagues, administration and parents;
● Exemplary communication, problem solving, negotiation and mediation skills;
● Concern for the whole student, not just academics;
● Effective team member;
● Strong attention to detail, organization and planning;
● Invest in personal development and strive to grow professionally;
● Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners;
● Commitment to a learning and working environment that is safe, healthy, meaningful, engaging
and supportive;
● Celebrate differences, cherish similarities and give voice to multiple perspectives;
● Committed to teamwork, collaboration, mutual respect and a fundamental belief in our Vision,
Mission and Values.

What We Offer:
● Opportunities for professional development to support life-long learning of skills and knowledge;
● Floating holidays that recognizes our employees diverse religious and cultural practices; offers
three paid floating holidays per year instead of three statutory public holidays of their choosing.
● Excellent mental health, medical and dental benefit plans (including Health Care and Lifestyle
Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance programme and onsite wellbeing programming;
● Paid volunteer time off to become involved in you’re communities, lending voluntary support to
programs;
● Ongoing community events and employee social events throughout the academic year;
● Fabulous collaborative team members and colleagues;
● Generous pension / retirement plan and paid time off plans: vacation / holidays, personal
emergency leave, personal leave, parental leave top-up and flexible self-funded leaves;
● Free on campus parking;
● Opportunity for casual dress days.

UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all
qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities,
and LGBTQ persons. UCC embraces pluralism – celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and
giving voice to multiple perspectives. If you are contacted regarding a UCC opportunity, please advise if
you require any accommodations.

Please apply online by creating a “Teachers” profile account by April 10, 2:00pm. We thank all
candidates in advance; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.

To learn more about us please visit our site at www.ucc.on.ca

Job Title: Teacher
Date Revised: May 2024
Department: Maternelle / Lower School
FTE: 1.0; Classification: Exempt; SalariedPay range: Placement on salary scale dependent on experience and education levels
Reports To: Division Head

Job Summary: Teachers at French International are responsible for planning, organizing,
developing and implementing curricula within the IB Primary Years Program curriculum framework, to
support the mission of the School. Teachers work in collaboration with different stakeholders to address
and meet the learning objectives of the school and to create an environment conducive to belonging in all
aspects of school life.

Essential Responsibilities:

Planning and preparation for learning
● Teachers plan purposeful, relevant and engaging learning experiences that promote student
achievement towards mastery of the school’s curriculum framework
● Plan for differentiation of different learning styles with the support of other specialists
● Design and implement instructional plans in accordance with the FI school curriculum
● Creation of assessment opportunities for students to show what they know, understand and can do
at different stages of their learning process
● Understand and integrate curricula and integrate it into the PYP units of inquiry

Collaboration
● Collaborate with colleagues in their grade-levels to design intentional and robust learning
experiences for students.
● Create and sustain effective and inclusive collaborative relationships with colleagues and staff
● Collaborate with the school counselor in a timely manner to schedule observations and define
intentional interventions for student growth
● Exude professional language and conduct in any learning environment
● Work collaboratively with different specialists to understand the type of support students need in
the areas of academics, social-emotional or safety

Outreach
● Communicate and interact with different stakeholders in a professional manner, grounded on the FI
mission
● Communicate and offer feedback to students that is based on academic goals, social well-being, and
skills in a timely manner and exuding a growth mindset
● Communicate with parents in a timely manner, based on data and offer clarity on the learning
process of their children

Learning environment
● Create and sustain age-appropriate learning environments where students are safe and have a sense
of belonging
● Demonstrate the disposition to scaffold learning objectives and concepts to reach all learners
● Use a variety of captivating teaching methods to offer a robust pedagogical approach to learning

Professional Development
● Engage in informal and formal professional development to advance the mission of the school

Community environment
● Communicate with all stakeholders in a respectful and professional manner
● Supervise safety and well-being of students in all areas of the school environment
● Carry out additional duties as needed by the Division Head when needing support for safety
reasons, curricula and after hour events
● Maintain current certifications for Oregon Child Care Division Central Background Registry, Food
Handler, CPR/First Aid certifications, and professional development hours in Oregon Registry
Online (ORO) - if applicable by division
● Understand the employment and professional expectations outlined in the FI handbook

Minimum Requirements:

● Relevant teaching degree to teach the French national curriculum from a francophone country
recognized by FI
● Native language proficiency in the language you will teach

Preferred Qualifications:

● 3 years international teaching experience
● IB Primary Years Programme experience
● Bilingual in French and English (if applicable).

Physical Requirements:

● Mobility sufficient to move about the campus and assure the safety of young children.
● Ability to communicate with children, colleagues, and families fluently in French and sufficiently
in English.
● Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to communicate
clearly in both written and verbal formats.
● The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and to accomplish frequent bending, squatting,
stooping and kneeling.

Skills relevant to the position:

● Management: Detail-oriented, organized, analytical, and solution-oriented
● Communication: Effective written and verbal skills for a professional school environment
● Collaboration: Team player to build on school goals and able to self-monitor and work
independently
● Work ethic: Commitment to the FI mission, core values and guiding principles
● Development: Commitment to staying current with new technology, school sponsored or individual

Supervises: None

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time.

French International does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race,
color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin,
age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or
status.

Les candidats intéressés et qualifiés doivent envoyer une lettre de motivation et un curriculum vitae dès que possible.  Veuillez utiliser le portail des candidats via le lien fourni. 

 

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