Upper School French Teacher

Lausanne Collegiate School is a coeducational, college preparatory, PK2 (age 2) through 12th grade International Baccalaureate World School located in Memphis, Tennessee whose student body represents over 75 different countries. Lausanne develops the individual intellect, talents, creativity and character of boys and girls through student-centered teaching, global diversity, and encouraging, challenging and engaging learning. Its mission is “to prepare each of its students for college and life in a global environment.”

Lausanne enjoys the reputation of having a premier combination of excellent academic, athletic and artistic programs. The success of the nurturing environment created by "The Lausanne Way" and the unique process approach to education offered through Lausanne’s innovative, student-centered, college preparatory and global education for boys and girls has resulted in tremendous success for our graduates. Lausanne is a full IB Continuum School, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), and places a strong emphasis on inquiry-based learning, international-mindedness, and the development of the whole child.

Job Description:

This is a full-time position responsible for teaching Upper School French in grades 9–12 within the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The successful candidate will teach a range of French courses, including language acquisition.

French is part of the World Languages Department, which includes French, Spanish, and Mandarin. The department operates within a collaborative model where teachers work together to design units, assessments, and learning experiences that are aligned both vertically and within the IB framework. The role requires a strong commitment to collaboration, flexibility, and a willingness to contribute to ongoing curriculum development and professional dialogue.

The Upper School consists of approximately 390 students and operates on an 85-minute block schedule across a two-day cycle. Lausanne faculty are expected to be active participants in the life of the school, contributing both inside and outside of the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Native or near-native fluency in French with a strong understanding of Francophone cultures
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in French, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience, preferably at the high school level, in an international or bilingual environment
• Experience teaching language acquisition and/or literature using authentic materials and culturally contextualized content
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate (MYP and/or DP) or similar inquiry-based curriculum is highly desirable
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-teaching model and contribute positively to shared planning and decision-making
• Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and strategies to support a range of learners
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Duties:

• Teach five (85 minute) periods per two-day cycle; prep periods will be provided
• Develop and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the IB MYP and DP frameworks
• Collaborate closely with World Languages colleagues to ensure vertical alignment of curriculum and consistency of student experience
• Participate in team planning to design units, assessments, and common expectations across courses
• Incorporate authentic Francophone perspectives, texts, and current events to promote cultural understanding and global awareness
• Design and assess a range of formative and summative assessments, providing timely and meaningful feedback
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and communicate effectively with students and families
• Work collaboratively across disciplines to create meaningful interdisciplinary learning experiences
• Support the development of students’ language proficiency, intercultural understanding, and communication skills
• Serve as a grade-level advisor to approximately 8–10 students, supporting their academic and social-emotional development
• Sponsor clubs or activities (e.g., French Club) and support student life and events within the school community
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school initiatives
• Perform additional duties as required