Long-Term Substitute Middle School French Teacher at Derby Academy Trustees

Hingham, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

106904.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fluency In French, Middle Childhood Understanding, Curriculum Development, Diversity Equity And Inclusion, Active Learning Spaces, Technology Integration, Student-Centered Instruction, Authentic Assessment, Parent Communication, Growth Mindset, Professional Learning, Discretion, Planning, Problem-Solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Description

Description Derby Academy, a Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 coeducational day school located in Hingham, Massachusetts, seeks a Middle School (Grades 5-8) French Teacher. This will be a long-term substitute position for a family leave coverage position beginning August 24, 2026 and lasting through the first trimester (mid-November). Rooted in the school’s motto, “Improve Both Mind and Heart,” Derby provides students with a joyful and rigorous academic environment. The Derby Academy World Language Department values the role of language learning in educating the whole child. Our World Language instruction begins in PreKindergarten with Spanish instruction through Grade 4. In Grades 5-8, students choose a path of study from multiple World Languages, currently including Latin, French, and Spanish. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: a deep understanding of middle childhood; middle school teaching experience; Fluency in French; enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues on a grade level, department level and across disciplines; desire to develop curriculum that focuses on authentic, real-world application of learning; experience with and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and the impact they have on the curriculum and the community; successful experience developing active and inclusive learning spaces in which students feel safe, honored, appreciated, and respected for who they are; the ability to create activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, innovation, problem-solving, and the use of technology; success in creating a supportive classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another through student-centered instruction, collaboration and authentic assessment; success in communicating with parents to provide timely and appropriate feedback regarding student progress; a growth mindset when it comes to engaging with relevant and mission-driven professional learning to grow their practice; desire to be involved in the school outside of the classroom; the ability to consistently exercise discretion and good judgment; the leadership qualities to inspire, motivate, and develop students; the ability to nurture a deep feeling of community through actions and attitudes; strong planning, problem-solving, and communication skills along with exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Interested candidates should submit their application, complete with cover letter, resume, and references by applying here . No phone calls, please. The salary is based on our faculty range, commensurate with exp and degree, $63,300 - $106,904. Derby Academy is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive educational community and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, color, veteran status, physical ability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or any other state or federally protected classifications. Derby Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Derby Academy values inclusivity and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds or who have experience in cultural competency work to apply. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education and previous teaching experience; teacher certification preferred.

Responsibilities

The teacher will cover a long-term substitute position for a Middle School (Grades 5-8) French class from August 24, 2026, through the first trimester (mid-November). Responsibilities include developing curriculum focused on authentic, real-world application and fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment.