POSITION SUMMARY

St. George’s is seeking an experienced French teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. St. George’s is seeking candidates who demonstrate a growth mindset and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Candidates who are organized, patient, flexible, warm, energetic and engaging are likely to be successful team members at St. George’s. At St. George’s, we believe in teaching the whole child, focusing on social and emotional development alongside a child’s academic progress. We know that children learn best and will take the necessary risks in the learning process when they feel confident, comfortable and secure in their learning environment; therefore, we look to employ educators who value building relationships and teaching social and emotional skills in addition to providing excellent academic instruction. He/She will report directly to the Director of Lower School and will also receive feedback and assignments from the Director of Early Childhood and the World Languages Department Chair.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education required; teaching certificate preferred
• Fluency in the French language required
• At least two years of experience working with children
• Knowledge of French curricula and assessments and an ability to create and develop age-appropriate curricula and assessments; prior experience with AIM Language Methodology and/or Comprehensible Input is preferred
• Proficiency with Google Suite and technology-based educational tools
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills which prove effective in communicating with parents and establishing a team approach with the child’s family
• Excellent knowledge of child development, latest education theories and practices and current trends in education and professional development
• A desire to respond to and initiate the solving of problems through clear and open conversation
• Openness to feedback and ability to take risks
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to an evolving program

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SEND A COVER LETTER DETAILING THEIR EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY AND RESUMÉ TO BRIGETTE THOMAS, DEAN OF FACULTY AND STAFF, AT BRIGETTE.THOMAS@STGNOLA.ORG, AND KATE REMILLARD, DIRECTOR OF LOWER SCHOOL, AT KATE.REMILLARD@STGNOLA.ORG.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In perso

• Teach French classes to students in Early Childhood and Lower School (age 1 - 4th grade).
• Complete progress reports/report cards at the middle and end of the school year.
• Effectively communicate students’ progress and needs with parents and teaching team.
• Provide ongoing informal assessments to determine student abilities.
• Manage time to meet deadlines, adhere to a daily schedule and structure classes to maximize opportunities for student learning.
• Foster student learning by including students in their educational plans.
• Design engaging, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate lessons for Early Childhood and Lower School students, incorporating elements such as songs, stories, puppets, and interactive activities.
• Lead students to use their own critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Guide classroom behavior through respect and a positive approach.
• Collaborate with art teachers and administrators to plan and produce on-campus art shows.
• Attend Full Faculty, Early Childhood, Lower School, and World Languages Department meetings.
• In partnership with the middle school French teacher, participate in curriculum development and curriculum mapping to ensure vertical alignment of French classes.
• Complete professional development hours in Early Childhood education in order to be in good standing with state licensing protocols.
• Support division and school-wide activities such as parent/teacher conferences, curriculum nights, House meetings, Field Day, etc.
• Be an active member in the life of the St. George’s community.