What are the responsibilities and job description for the FRENCH UPPER DIVISION position at ST HILDAS AND ST HUGHS SCHOOL?
St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s School is an independent school with an Episcopal foundation located in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. It is co-educational and has ages 2 through grade 8. The Upper Division seeks a dedicated, proactive, and experienced French teacher in grades 4-8. Successful candidates will minimally hold a B.A. in French or a closely related field and be both fluent in French and comfortable using technology in the classroom.
Teaching: Guiding whole class, small group, and individualized instruction. Deliver lesson plans in a way that catches the attention of the students and keeps them occupied and excited about learning. Ensure strengths-based and culturally sensitive feedback and teaching strategies.
Curriculum Design and Planning: Comprehensive curriculum design and planning ensuring an integrated curriculum that aligns with the SHSH mission and grade-level learning goals. Establishment of thoughtful, engaging units of study designed to address the different learning styles of students in the class. Weave goals, competencies, and objectives into lesson plans in ways that directly apply to the student’s life.
Collaboration: Work with grade-level colleagues to ensure integration across subject areas. Consistently and clearly communicate with colleagues, administrators, and parents regarding student progress and any student issues. Ensure students are prepared to meet the challenges of their next grade.
Assessment, Reporting, and Data Collecting. Develop and provide regular assessment and evaluation of student progress and outcomes. Provide written reports, data collection, and status reports. Regularly monitor and assess student learning and growth to inform instruction using a variety of tools and means.
Team Work: Attend and contribute to regular faculty meetings. Provide information to school administrators as it relates to their departmental needs as requested. Contribute to a safe, vibrant, and respectful culture throughout.
Native French speaker with a broad range of pedagogical practices, including the willingness and ability to teach with varied technological tools preferred.
St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s seeks to promote diversity in its hiring process and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, marital status, disability, or any other basis.
Qualifications:
BA required Masters, preferred
1 - 3 years teaching experience in the French language instruction
Salary : $68,000 - $88,000