Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Teacher of French Language Acquisition to develop and deliver the IB MYP and IB Diploma Language Acquisition curriculum to students in Grades 6 to 12 (Years 7 to 13).

The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic and well-established department within the School's academic programme and be responsible for developing and teaching curricula that will enable students to deepen their knowledge, understanding and love for French language and culture, to develop skills of analysis and evaluation, and the ability to discuss ideas critically and meaningfully with peers.

Experience of teaching in an IB school is preferable. ECTs are welcome to apply.

Subject related responsibilities

To work collaboratively within the World Languages department to develop and deliver the IB MYP and IB Diploma Language Acquisition curriculum to students in Grades 6 to 12 (Years 7 to 13).

To teach and promote French language and culture within the School's World Languages programme and the wider curriculum using a range of student-centered teaching strategies, resources and technology.

To differentiate instruction to meet students' learning needs and styles. To work collaboratively with the Department Chair and other members of faculty to identify, support and develop meaningful interdisciplinary links with other subject areas. To understand and embed IB 'Approaches to Learning' in all aspects of the World Languages curriculum. To address human commonality, diversity and multiple perspectives as well as the diversity of student language needs, including those for students learning in a language other than mother tongue. To participate in ongoing subject-specific professional development so as to keep abreast of developments within language teaching, to explore and develop further personal interests and specialisms, and to deepen knowledge and understanding of pedagogical approaches. To create a stimulating learning environment based on understanding and respect that engages students in reflecting on how, what and why they are learning. To support the Chair of World Languages with the planning and management of displays of work, Open Day presentations and other subject and whole-school related activities. To support the extra-curricular life of the World Languages Department, through weekly clubs and activities, class trips and outings etc. To be open to learning new skills and techniques that will complement and enhance the World Languages curriculum. To promote, model and teach the attributes of the IB Learner Profile.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025