French & German Teacher
About The Position
Laurel Springs School is seeking an experienced and student-centered French & German Teacher to support their Upper School program for the 2026–2027 academic year. This is a fully remote teaching position for an educator passionate about world language instruction in a virtual learning environment. The teacher will support students in grades 6–12 across multiple proficiency levels, including advanced coursework, through asynchronous instruction and live, synchronous interactions, providing personalized guidance, feedback, and academic support. The role requires strong communication skills, fluency in both French and German, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and families remotely. Teachers support a roster of students in primarily asynchronous courses while providing live instruction, academic coaching, and individualized support. This highly collaborative role involves working closely with the World Languages Department, cross-functional school teams, and the Academic Department Chair, and includes involvement in curriculum and program development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in French, German, World Languages, Education, or a related field required
- Fluency in both French and German required
- Experience teaching world languages at the middle and/or high school level, including advanced coursework
- Strong understanding of language acquisition strategies and instructional best practices
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students and families
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across courses and student groups
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with a distributed team
- Passion for education and commitment to student-centered learning
- Reliable, high-speed internet connection
- Dedicated home workspace suitable for virtual instruction and meetings
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Active teaching certification in French and/or German preferred
- Experience with online teaching, virtual instruction, or educational technology strongly preferred
- Experience with learning management systems, video conferencing platforms, and digital tools preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality online instruction through a combination of asynchronous coursework and live virtual teaching
- Teach French and German across Upper School grade levels (6–12), including intermediate and advanced courses
- Support language acquisition through speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities tailored to virtual learning
- Monitor student progress and provide timely, personalized, and constructive feedback on assignments
- Proactively identify learning gaps and implement targeted interventions to support student mastery and course completion
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and school staff via email, phone, and video conferencing
- Hold virtual office hours, one-on-one student meetings, and parent conferences
- Provide academic coaching, encouragement, and individualized support to a roster of students
- Contribute to curriculum development, course updates, and program enhancements
- Participate in school-wide meetings, professional development, and community events
- Support or lead language-related virtual clubs, workshops, or enrichment opportunities
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and engagement
- Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and sick time
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition discounts for eligible dependents
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Education reimbursement programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
