What are the responsibilities and job description for the French Teacher .20 FTE position at Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School?
PVPA has an opportunity for a part time (.20 FTE) French Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who understands the varied needs of high school students, is interested in integrating the arts into the curriculum, teaching with a social justice lens, collaborating with colleagues, and has experience in implementing restorative practices in the classroom. Our goal is to offer a core sequence of study that will help students develop confidence in using the language while laying the groundwork for fluency. We use an integrated curriculum that challenges students to blend creative and critical thinking into their work and provides options for project-based learning. At PVPA, all students have the opportunity to study at least one language in addition to English by the time they graduate from high school. We believe that:
1.Students should be able to speak, read, write, and understand the world language they study.
2.Language acquisition is a lifelong process.
3.Effective world language programs integrate the study of language with the study of culture.
4.Assessment of student learning is an integral component of effective world language instruction.
Under the direction of the Director of Curriculum & Instruction, you will be responsible for:
1.Teaching one class of French II
2.Use an anti-racist, anti-oppression framework to prepare curricula and instructional materials based on learning objectives.
3.Plan curricula and prepare course expectations and materials.
4.Supervise students during non-class time as required.
5.Assess student work and provide timely feedback to students and parents via the PowerSchool online grading system.
6.Apply PVPA standards based grading system to report on student course progress and achievement.
7.Attend and participate in regular collaborative team meetings with faculty and school-wide professional development activities
8.Attend and participate in meetings with students and/or parents as scheduled, including open house and parent-teacher conferences.
9.Coordinate with special educators to address the diverse needs of all learners
10.Other duties as required.