French Teacher Long Term Substitute January-June [Pollard Middle School] (SY26-27)

Needham Public Schools•Needham, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Needham Public Schools seeks an energetic, skilled, and warm long-term substitute French Teacher at Pollard Middle School for January through June in the 2026–27 school year. The teacher will support students’ language learning in an inclusive classroom and collaborate with world language colleagues to develop proficiency-based curriculum, lessons, materials, and learning experiences. Instruction should align with the 5-C ACTFL World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the 2021 Massachusetts Curriculum Framework. Needham Public Schools serves approximately 5,500 students across five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The district emphasizes cultural proficiency, equity, community collaboration, and the success of its diverse students and families. Substitute compensation depends on the duration of coverage and ranges from $24.42 to $44.53 per hour. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, license, and transcripts with the online application, and complete a letter of recommendation and/or reference surveys. Candidates selected for consideration will participate in a thorough interview process. Successful completion of required state and district background checks is mandatory before employment.

Requirements

Massachusetts DESE Foreign Language – French 5–12 license.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or a discipline applicable to the teaching assignment.
Successful completion of all standard state and district background checks, including CORI/SORI and fingerprinting, before employment.
Advanced knowledge of French grammar, word usage, denotations and connotations, and literature.
Knowledge of current proficiency-based teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed, such as Google Docs and Google Classroom.
Ability to organize and coordinate work, communicate effectively with students and parents, self-evaluate for performance and professional growth, and establish cooperative working relationships.
Ability to inspire a love of French language learning and foster students’ growth mindset and view of language learning as a lifelong skill.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related area.
Successful prior world language teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom learning environment.
Collaborate regularly with world language department colleagues to develop proficiency-based curriculum, lessons, and materials, and to design inclusive learning experiences.
Develop and implement world language curriculum consistent with the 5-C ACTFL World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the 2021 Massachusetts Curriculum Framework.
Develop and implement rigorous, relevant, and accessible lesson plans, activities, and learning experiences that support meaningful language acquisition for every student.
Assess student learning and progress formally and informally, analyze results, and adjust instructional practice to meet student needs.
Maintain accurate and complete records, grading, and reporting for student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourage parental involvement and communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ensure student conduct conforms to school standards and district policies, and maintain classroom behavior standards that support a functional learning environment.
Coordinate with other professional staff, particularly language-level teams, and participate in common planning time, department meetings, and faculty meetings.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Director of World Languages, Principal, or designated central office administrators.