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Form of workFrench Teacher for 2024-25
Do you have experience initiating, facilitating, and moderating classroom discussions in the French language to enhance students' social and academic language skills? What about experience participating in team planning and demonstrating success in developing lessons within a team model? If so, apply for our French teaching position in the World Languages Department at the Upper School (grades 10-12)! The World Languages Department is committed to team teaching, innovation, and collegiality.
As a French Teacher, you will:
Harvard-Westlake School
We are an independent school consisting of two campuses located in Los Angeles, California. We have approximately 1,600 curious, thoughtful, and inspiring students enrolled in grades seven through twelve. We are committed to creating a community of belonging and actively strive to be a diverse and inclusive community. We do not discriminate on any basis. We seek candidates who demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; have an ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds; and have a capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.
What we're looking for:
Compensation: Anticipated base compensation is $80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience.
Great benefits we offer:
Do you have experience initiating, facilitating, and moderating classroom discussions in the French language to enhance students' social and academic language skills? What about experience participating in team planning and demonstrating success in developing lessons within a team model? If so, apply for our French teaching position in the World Languages Department at the Upper School (grades 10-12)! The World Languages Department is committed to team teaching, innovation, and collegiality.
As a French Teacher, you will:
- Teach multiple levels of French Language and Culture courses.
- Prepare syllabi, homework assignments, and course materials in coordination with departmental colleagues for vertical and horizontal integration of curriculum.
- Grade students' assignments and assessments and complete progress reports.
- Participate in regular, purposeful pedagogical meetings and professional development.
- Participate actively in the life of the School through attendance at events, committee memberships, and leadership of extracurricular activities.
Harvard-Westlake School
We are an independent school consisting of two campuses located in Los Angeles, California. We have approximately 1,600 curious, thoughtful, and inspiring students enrolled in grades seven through twelve. We are committed to creating a community of belonging and actively strive to be a diverse and inclusive community. We do not discriminate on any basis. We seek candidates who demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; have an ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds; and have a capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor's Degree or foreign equivalent degree in French, the teaching of French, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred);
- Experience teaching French in a school setting.
- Fluency in French.
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated collegiality and organization.
- Willingness to contribute to school life and activities in additional ways beyond the classroom.
Compensation: Anticipated base compensation is $80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience.
Great benefits we offer:
- Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage with zero to low premium contributions for you and eligible dependents
- 403(b) Retirement with a 10% match and immediate vesting
- Cafeteria allowance - lunch is on us!
- Professional development support including continuing education.
- Personal Growth Grants
- Relocation Assistance
- Employee Affinity and Resource Groups
- Mental wellness resources and workshops
- Partially subsidized employee housing (subject to availability)
- Tickets to local sporting and entertainment events
- Discount at the school bookstore (get your HW swag!)
