French Teacher

Kahnawake Education Center • Kahnawake, QC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kahnawà:ke Education Center (KEC) aims to provide children in Kahnawà:ke with a comprehensive education that prepares them for future careers. This mission is executed by the Kahnawà:ke Combined Schools Committee (KCSC) and the KEC administrative team. KEC oversees three schools in the Kahnawà:ke community and manages post-secondary administration. The Classroom/Subject Teacher role is primarily responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a standards-based instructional program designed to help students reach their full academic potential while also addressing their social, emotional, and physical development.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Education degree or related field teaching degree OR working towards a Bachelor of Education degree and previous teaching experience OR Teaching certificate with a minimum of 3 years teaching experience
• Solid knowledge of subject matter for all subjects and courses in the assigned program of studies
• Knowledge of growth and developmental characteristics of children and/or adolescents
• Complete fluency and literacy in language of instruction
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Sound judgement and critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Professionalism and high ethics standards
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Strong language processing skills of reading, writing and spelling.
• Strong mathematics skills
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn the school database system

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that promote active learning.
• Ensure short-term and long-term planning using weekly, monthly, and yearly plans to maintain program sequence and continuity.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced instructional program.
• Assist in the development of culturally relevant, integrated, cooperative, and student-centered teaching methods, materials, and resources.
• Utilize various communication techniques, focusing on questioning, group discussions, and student-centered conferences.
• Support the inclusion and integration of students with special needs.
• Participate in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process with the Student Services Team and monitor IEPs weekly.
• Encourage and monitor individual student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for educational activities.
• Encourage creative, experiential, and cooperative participation from all students.
• Regularly communicate student progress and needs to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Observe student performance and development.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to students on their work.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, projects, and assignments promptly.
• Employ diverse evaluation methods, including observation, checklists, tests, conferences, and portfolios.
• Administer tests and exams according to established procedures to assess ongoing student learning and academic skills.
• Prepare and submit required report cards and forms three times a year by established deadlines.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Participate in required school and parent meetings.
• Oversee student behavior and conduct throughout the school day.
• Organize the classroom to create an environment conducive to both cooperative and independent work and study.
• Integrate the school, community, and natural environments to enhance student learning.
• Manage student behavior and maintain classroom discipline by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures aligned with KEC's disciplinary systems.
• Respond appropriately to students' diverse needs, aptitudes, and learning styles.
• Collaborate in developing and achieving KEC's philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Support the implementation of school rules, policies, and procedures for general school operations.
• Participate collaboratively in the formative and summative evaluation process using the established Performance Appraisal process.
• Encourage parent and community involvement.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level