Grandview Heights Schools has an opening for a dedicated French Teahcer (.4 FTE) for the 2024-2025 school year!

The position will be at Larson Middle School. Intermediate French (7th Grade) and French 1 (8th Grade).

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE French Teacher (.4 FTE)

REPORTS TO Building Principal

EMPLOYMENT STATUS Regular, Exempt, GHEA Bargaining Member

POSITION SUMMARY Assist middle school-aged students (grades 7th-9th) with the development of French-language skills.

INSTRUCTION AND LEADERSHIP

• Establish a safe and comfortable environment for all students, including the establishment of reasonable guidelines and appropriate consequences for behavior
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the courses of study for implementation in the classroom, using a variety of instructional methods and materials
• Continuously assess student achievement in order to design and differentiate instruction
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans, as required by the Principal, which demonstrates knowledge of the course(s) of study that contain sound teaching and assessment methods
• Schedule instructional time according to district and building guidelines
• Administer standardized and criterion referenced tests according to district policies and procedures
• Make effective use of resources and materials, including collaboration with the K-12, 21st Century Learning Coaches
• Provide opportunities for students to share and display their achievements
• Keep accurate and detailed records according to district and building guidelines
• Prepare adequate lesson plans and instructions for substitute teachers which outlining classroom expectation and building procedures
• Observe the daily building schedule, including starting and ending times for teachers and students, and perform assigned duties
• Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethics, responsibility, and democratic values

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Be available for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so and under reasonable terms
• Serve on committees and participate in school related activities in a professional and responsible manner
• Complete an individual professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the district
• Learn and implement the administrative procedures associated with the teaching assignment; for example, applying for a field trip or conducting a fundraiser

COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION

• Effectively and clearly report to parents in a regular and positive manner at intervals established by the district and/or building
• Make appropriate referrals of students for supplemental help; attend planning meetings as assigned, and implement individual education plans
• Communicate with agencies, authorities and private practitioners, according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures
• Use sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community
• Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain
• Work cooperatively with peers, administrators and support staff

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certificate/license

OTHER

• Assist with the selection of textbooks and other teaching materials
• Work with student teachers, if assigned
• Maintain appropriate personal appearance and hygiene
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the building and district
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Superintendent or his/her designees

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to come to school on all scheduled work days, except calamity days
• Some interaction with unruly children
• Potential interaction with angry or distraught adults
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, reach with hands and arms
• Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, books and supplies, up to a maximum of 25 lbs.

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