French Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking a Upper School French Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at a boarding school in Deerfield, MA.

Boarding school opportunities could include room and board as well.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

French Teacher Responsibilities:

• Teach several French courses for students in grades 9-12 across various proficiency levels.
• Developing lesson plans and curricula based on the needs of individual students.
• Providing conversational classes where pronunciation and important words and phrases are taught.
• Teaching French writing and composition courses.
• Design a student-centered classroom that promotes collaboration and active engagement.
• Conducting research on teaching methods, materials, and language games that can be used in class.
• Scheduling and preparing students for oral and written examinations.
• Assisting in residential life duties including community-building events, enforcing housing policies, addressing student concerns, and fostering a safe and inclusive living environment.

French Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in French, Education, or related required. Master's degree preferred.
• Fluency in French required.
• 2-3 years of previous teaching experience strongly preferred.
• No teaching license or credential is required.
• Strong English written, and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organized and able to handle multiple responsibilities.
• Involvement outside of the classroom by helping with coaching, leading extra-curricular activities, or community service activities.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Ability to teach both French and Spanish.

Potential Benefits: Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

💵 Competitive pay

🧠 Professional Development Opportunities

✏️ Classroom Resources

🏥 Medical, dental and vision insurance

😃 401(k) plan – Employer match

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

🏠 Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.