What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School French Teacher - Casco Bay High School position at Portland Public Schools?
TITLE: High School French Teacher - Casco Bay High
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Casco Bay High School (CBHS) is seeking an outstanding, collaborative educator with the skills and passion for the rigor, relevance and relationships that are at the core of Expeditionary Learning and a hallmark of our school. We seek educators with an affinity for diverse student bodies and an aptitude for differentiation, educators who are adept in the role of both teacher and advisor. Our faculty have a strong voice in shaping CBHS, and new staff can expect to be richly involved in upholding our distinct mission and in advancing school culture, teaching and learning.
The French Teacher will teach four French courses (levels 1-5) to students including both new French speakers and heritage speakers. The French Teacher will also lead an advisory group ("crew").
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Maine State Teacher Certificate with Endorsement 420 (French, PK-12) (more info)
- Maine State CHRC authorization (more info) **
- **if you already have an active teacher certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to your teacher certification
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
- Assignment: Permanent
- Reports to: School Principal
- Contract: Part of PEA union (see 2025-2028 CBA here)
- Salary: Based on education and experience, as outlined in CBA
- Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here
ABOUT CASCO BAY:
Casco Bay High School is a small and rigorous public high school that reflects the increasing diversity of Portland, ME. Founded in 2005, CBHS is a school of choice for about 400 students. For three of our first graduating classes, 100% of the graduates were accepted to college. Our aim is for each student to " Get Smart to Do Good." At Casco Bay, we challenge and support our students to become college-ready through our 3 Rs: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships. CBHS is intentionally small so that we can get to know each student deeply, and so we can better personalize instruction that will help students become their best selves. Our instruction is driven by Learning Expeditions that result in quality work about genuine problems for a real audience. Learning Expeditions are long-term, in-depth studies of a single topic that explore compelling social-justice questions, incorporate vital standards, involve fieldwork, and culminate in an authentic project, product or performance. Casco Bay High School is part of a national cohort of high-achieving, progressive and urban high schools in the EL Education network.
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