Part-Time Middle School French Teacher (Columbus, OH)

Location: Columbus, OH

School Name: The Wellington School 

Status: Part Time

Level: Middle School

Contact: Fencl@wellington.org 

Description:
Wellington is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking, and student-centered teacher of French to work part-time in our middle school. The successful candidate will have a love and passion for working with middle schoolers and supporting both their academic and social-emotional development. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to operate effectively in diverse environments, interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds, and employ culturally responsive pedagogy to create an inclusive and equitable classroom community. This position involves teaching two sections of French and contributing to a professional culture of care, collaboration, creativity, and collegiality.

Key Responsibilities
• Teach one section of 7th-grade French and one section of 8th-grade French.
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers of students to keep them aware of student progress.
• Actively participate in the school community, collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a positive and dynamic academic environment.
• Pursue and engage in ongoing professional development opportunities aligned with the school's mission and goals.

Position Requirements
• Passion and enthusiasm for working with middle school students, with an emphasis on care, advocacy, and relationship building
• Experience in the classroom teaching French to middle school students
• Understanding of child development and educational needs for students in grades 5 through 8
• Bachelor's and/or master’s degree in French or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in
o cultural competency in teaching practices.
o creating a positive and inclusive classroom culture in which students feel safe and supported.
o differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
o assessing and documenting student growth through observations, record-keeping, and various formal assessments.
o planning and implementing an integrated curriculum using informed and innovative approaches.

Send your materials to Jamie Fencl, middle school administrative assistant, fencl@wellington.org. All candidates should include:
• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Statement of educational philosophy
• Completed application