Upper School French Language Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

Porter-Gaud School is an Episcopal, independent, coeducational day school of 1,650 students in preschool through grade 12. The School is seeking a full-time Upper School French Teacher beginning with the 2025 - 2026 school year.

The Upper School French Language Teacher will be responsible for instructing Upper School students in French in accordance with the content and objectives of the curriculum prescribed by the Upper School division. The successful candidate must not only be highly proficient in the target language but should evidence knowledge of the developmental level of Upper School students and their needs. Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for working with adolescents and encourage them to grow in their knowledge and proficiency. This Teacher will supervise students in academic classes and an advisory and will also supervise students in numerous extra- and co-curricular activities of the school. This Teacher will demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of all Porter-Gaud students and to the best interests of the school as a whole.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Possess the ability to instruct Upper School students in French from the novice to the advanced levels in accordance with curriculum requirements and objectives, making effective use of technology and other instructional materials as appropriate.
• Establish and actively maintain a class environment where excellence in learning is honored and where respectful interactions between and among students are valued.
• Work with students to develop a love of learning, a sense of academic integrity, and a thoughtful work ethic.
• Inspire a love of and an appreciation for languages and diverse cultures in our students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and assessments, which address multiple learning styles and modalities.
• Serve as advisor to a small group of students and participate in various Upper School activities such as committees, division level meetings, clubs and organizations.
• Supervise students in numerous activities, functions and circumstances at the School.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of all Porter-Gaud students and to the best interests of the School as a whole.
• The ability to implement classroom management techniques that foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect and individuality within students.
• A record of exceptional collaboration with colleagues to provide the best curriculum and instruction possible for students.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with a degree or certification in the field (French, French Education). The School highly values advanced degrees, such as Master's and Doctorates, and considers them not only in determining compensation but also when selecting and prioritizing candidates.
• A high degree of proficiency in French.
• At least two years of experience teaching French in a secondary or postsecondary setting. Experience teaching in a high school setting is preferred, with independent school experience as a plus.
• Fluency in the use of technology in the classroom.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills as well as professionalism and the ability to be self-motivated and punctual.

The Successful candidate will:

• Appreciate and enjoy interacting with energetic Upper School age students and partnering with their families in their student's academic development.
• Have a strong desire to work in a professional academic environment that strives to develop and deliver a strong mathematics curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of our ever-changing student body.
• Show evidence of organization, self-motivation, and punctuality.
• Show evidence of a desire and willingness to contribute to the life of an independent school.

Reporting: The Upper School French teacher will report directly to the Head of the Upper School and will take direction from the World Language Department Chair.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Porter-Gaud is a Christian community that seeks to love and serve faculty, staff, students, and families of all faith backgrounds. Therefore, all Porter-Gaud employees will honor the God-given dignity of each member of our community. They will display a continuous commitment to developing the attitudes, knowledge, and skills to engage in appropriate and effective communication with students, colleagues, and families from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We desire candidates who will contribute to the school's efforts to continue creating a more inclusive and equitable community where all individuals can develop a sense of belonging.

Porter-Gaud School is committed to welcoming and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. The School welcomes applicants from all backgrounds as the School believes that best serves our students. In accordance with law, Porter-Gaud School is an equal opportunity employer and hires without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

Porter-Gaud School is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students. We hold our employees to the highest possible standards. All employees are subject to extensive background check screenings and must sign our code of conduct. We strive to monitor employees while interacting with students. We take any inappropriate interactions between students and employees seriously and are committed to mandatory reporting standards as required by law. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any allegation or case of abuse.