Upper School Modern Language French/ Spanish Teacher

The Shipley School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Upper School Modern Language FrenchS/panish teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The candidate will have experience in the Modern Language Classroom, hold at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field and possess a clear educational philosophy, which is consistent with the mission of the school. Experience teaching several levels of French/Spanish at the high school level is essential..

Reports To: Department Chair and the US Division Head

The Successful Modern Language Teacher must:

• Teach 4 sections of French anf Spanish at varied levels in the Modern Language Department.
• Hold a degree in French ot Spanish, education, or a related field. A master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students, shepherding their growth in partnership with their families and teachers.
• Participate in all department, divisional, and school-wide faculty meetings.
• Stay current with language teaching paradigms and methodologies, at local, state and national levels and share said practices with colleagues.
• Have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and work to create a supportive atmosphere and rigorous academic program in which all students will thrive.
• Display professionalism in working with all stakeholders in the school.
• Show a desire to work collaboratively with all members of the Shipley Community to positively contribute to the enhancement of our learning community.
• Develop effective assessments and provide constructive and timely feedback on student work.
• Participate in the life of the School.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience teaching French and Spanish to Upper School-aged students (Grades 9-12) and command of appropriate L2 strategies.
• Demonstrate a superior level of proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Exhibit excellent speaking and writing skills.
• Have experience with content-based instruction to Upper-School aged students.
• Have experience in comprehension and immersion-based teaching (90-100% target language) and appropriate L2 strategies.
• Demonstrate the ability to execute lessons using a wide variety of authentic materials, from a variety of online platforms.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Integrated Performance Assessment (IPA) methods as developed by ACTFL.
• Show interest in Shipley's definition of Educational Excellence and the Shipley Framework for well-being.
• Demonstrate an excellent ability to differentiate instruction in order to meet students' needs.
• Work collaboratively with department members to develop a cohesive curriculum that supports student growth at all levels
• Constructively solicit and use feedback in the classroom.

Shipley and Its Commitment to Equity

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling approximately 800 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.

Additional Opportunities

In addition to this position, Shipley seeks talented new colleagues across a host of full- and part-time positions ranging from teaching, to coaching, to staff support. Go to shipleyschool.org/about/employment to learn more.

Interested candidates should complete the online application. Cover letter (Teaching Candidates), Philosophy of Education Statement (Teaching Candidates) and resume (All Candidates) should be uploaded in the resume section of the application. Applications received missing supporting documents will receive less consideration. Please note - clearances are not required at the time of application but will be required for employment. No phone calls, please.