Long-Term Substitute - Upper School French Teacher
About The Position
Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, adaptable, and passionate Long-Term Substitute Upper School French Teacher to join our World Languages Department beginning January 22, 2026. This position will cover Upper School French classes for an extended period and is ideal for an experienced educator or advanced early-career teacher who thrives in a dynamic, student-centered environment. The World Languages Department provides students with the opportunity to develop their intercultural competence by deepening their skills and competencies around language proficiency and global awareness. Students explore diverse cultures and perspectives as part of a supportive and engaging community, learn to be strong collaborators in shared creative work, and gain self-directed learning skills. The World Languages program offers courses in Chinese, French, Latin, and Spanish through level 5.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or French, with a graduate degree preferred.
- Experience teaching at the upper school level, preferably at an all-girls school.
- Understanding or growing knowledge of competency-based teaching and learning.
- Experience embedding Social and Emotional Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, and Global Competencies into their curriculum.
- Understands language learning as an integral component of global competence.
- Believes language learning is something everyone can do.
- Commitment to continued professional learning.
Nice To Haves
- Global travel experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach Upper School French classes based on departmental needs.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with students and parents.
- Agility with the integration of educational technology into the curriculum.
- Work collaboratively with other teachers in the World Languages Department, division colleagues, and administrators.
- Provide additional support outside of class time, as needed, during the school day.
- Serve as an advisor, facilitating weekly meetings to promote student well-being.
- Attend regular meetings, including in-house professional development.
- Participate in supervisory and extracurricular duties, including chaperoning events, monitoring study halls and common areas, and parent events.
- Contribute to the Upper School community through advisory, leading clubs, or other student programming.
Benefits
- Lunch is provided on school days.
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Career Level
Mid Level
