French Language Coordinator/Teacher (SY 25-26)

District Of Columbia International School • Washington, DC

256d • $63,113 - $116,323

About The Position

DCI is hiring a full-time French Language Coordinator/Teacher. We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled French Language Coordinator/Teacher to join our leadership team at DC International School. The French Language Curriculum Coordinator/Teacher is responsible for managing curriculum development and systematization, coordinating professional development, and coaching teachers to ensure data-informed instruction. The position also involves close collaboration with school leaders, teachers, students, and families to advance DCI's commitment to language learning. The Coordinator/Teacher also teaches one to two courses. Working in partnership with the Director of Language Learning, Language Coordinators, and school leadership, this role blends instructional leadership with hands-on teaching to elevate language learning school-wide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Fluency in French and prior experience teaching language acquisition is required.
• Previous experience as a coach, teacher leader or supervisor of teachers is required.
• Master's preferred from an accredited institution in world language and/or curriculum development preferred.
• Experience developing language proficiency-based curricula is strongly preferred.
• Experience in immersion or dual language instruction at the upper elementary, middle school and/or high school level is preferred.
• Experience working closely with diverse families.
• Strong interest in, or experience with, language acquisition, and IB Middle Years Program model.
• Commitment to ensuring access and achievement for our learners with exceptional learning needs.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and systematization of DCI Language curriculum (language immersion classes and language electives).
• Coordinate and/or facilitate unit and lesson planning meetings for 6-12 IB language teachers.
• Partner with leaders in other departments to contribute to the development of the Chinese, French and Spanish curricula in social studies and arts.
• Develop DCI's Language Department professional development plan in collaboration with the Director of Language Learning.
• Coach language teachers to ensure understanding and implementation of strategies to promote positive classroom management and culture.
• Supervise a subset of language teachers using DCI teacher effectiveness rubrics and processes.
• Collaborate with department chairs to monitor and support the quality and frequency of grading and feedback in language classes.
• Lead teachers in the analysis of student work and standardized assessment results to improve curriculum and instruction.
• Communicate with students and families in relation to our language program's structure, instructional approach, requirements and events.
• Collaborate with DCI Student Support team to ensure students receive legally mandated accommodations in language classes.
• Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students.
• Foster and maintain IB concept driven, inquiry based approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Work closely with school leaders to implement a DCI strategic plan, with a focus on language programming and instruction.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• Paid leave
• Daily planning time
• Professional development
• Reasonable class sizes
• Appropriate technology and support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree