French Immersion Teacher

Rock Hill School District•Rock Hill, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary French Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality French language instruction to students in middle school grades 6-8, fostering linguistic proficiency, cultural awareness, and a positive attitude toward language learning.

Requirements

Exceptional knowledge of the needs of students.
Knowledge needed to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and to speak effectively with elementary-aged students and/or employees in a school environment.
Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations.
Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques.
Strong skills in classroom management, collaboration, and differentiated instruction.
Strong communication skills with students, staff, administration, and the public.
Understanding a child’s behavior and dynamics.
Skilled in problem solving and patience.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to students.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Application of percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is required.
Ability to demonstrate adequate world language proficiency through the STAMP language assessment.
South Carolina certification in French.
Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
Familiar with educational technology tools and language-learning platforms.
Experience teaching multilingual learners.
Advance level is required to teach advanced courses in the world language, such as dual language immersion courses or Advanced Placement (AP).
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
May be required to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.
Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided.
Work requires long periods of standing or walking around the classroom, especially when giving instruction, monitoring students, or using whiteboards/projectors.
Requires clear verbal communication and strong listening skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
May require projecting voice in noisy environments or large classrooms.
Use of hands to write on boards, type, handle classroom materials, and operate technology (computers, tablets, projectors).
May include lifting or carrying instructional materials, textbooks, or student work (typically up to 20 lbs.).
Must be able to read and assess student work, view computer screens, and monitor student behavior visually.
Must be able to hear student questions and school announcements.
Repetitive actions like typing, grading papers, writing on boards.
Often sit for extended periods while planning lessons or grading but also stand or move frequently while teaching.
Work is primarily conducted indoors in classrooms, often with limited temperature control in older buildings.
Exposure to chalk dust, markers, cleaning supplies, and sometimes poor ventilation.
Classrooms can be noisy during group work.
Managing behavior, supporting diverse student needs, and maintaining classroom engagement.
Breaks are limited and structured around school schedules (e.g., lunch, prep periods).
Constant interaction with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues.
Must manage interpersonal dynamics, conflicts, and communications in a professional and respectful way.
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching multilingual learners.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging French lessons aligned with state curriculum standards which are reflective of ACTFL national standards.
Develop students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in French.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Integrate authentic resources, technology, and cultural content into lessons.
Design and administer assessments for growth.
Monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessments.
Prepare reports and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Establish a positive, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.
Promote student engagement, motivation, and respectful behavior.
Apply school policies and procedures consistently.
Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.
Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and wellbeing.
Stay current with best practices in language teaching and pedagogy as described by ACFTL and the South Carolina State Department of Education.