French & German Teacher

Spring Education Group•West Chester, PA

21h•Remote

About The Position

Laurel Springs School is seeking an experienced and student-centered French & German Teacher to support our Upper School program for the 2026–2027 academic year. This is a fully remote teaching position designed for an educator who is passionate about world language instruction and thrives in a virtual learning environment. The teacher will support students in grades 6–12 across multiple proficiency levels, including advanced coursework, through a combination of asynchronous instruction and live, synchronous interactions, providing personalized guidance, feedback, and academic support. This role requires strong communication skills, fluency in both French and German, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and families in a remote setting. Teachers at Laurel Springs support a roster of students in primarily asynchronous courses while providing live instruction, academic coaching, and individualized support as needed. This role is highly collaborative, 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