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Job Location drjobs

Houston - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 60 - 74

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

LOTE (French) Teacher

toile Academy teachers are responsible for executing on the mission by ensuring that all students improve academically and demonstrate our core values. Teachers are responsible for providing highquality datadriven instruction and instructional support to all learners. They are responsible for collaborating with colleagues including special education teachers to ensure all students get the accommodations and modifications needed to master the standards. This is a fulltime teaching position for LOTE French Electives 5th8th).

toile Academy is seeking a passionate and dynamic French Teacher to lead engaging studentcentered instruction in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Languages Other Than English (LOTE). The TEKS for French outline specific knowledge and skills students should acquire covering areas such as communication culture and connections to other disciplines. The ideal candidate will foster a love of language and culture while developing students listening speaking reading and writing skills in French.

This position may require travel between two campuses to teach grades 58 as part of our commitment to ensuring highquality instruction for all students.

Additionally toile Academy organizes an annual student trip to France where selected students and staff have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the French language and culture. The French Teacher will have the unique opportunity to serve as a leader and chaperone for this trip providing invaluable cultural experiences and fostering connections beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Learning:

  • Develop and implement engaging standardsbased French lessons aligned with TEKS and best practices in language acquisition.
  • Focus on communication skills cultural understanding and interdisciplinary connections as outlined in the TEKS for French.
  • Utilize differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners including Emergent Bilingual learners (EB) and students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Foster a positive inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and cultural appreciation.
  • Incorporate technology and interactive resources to enhance language instruction.
  • Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments providing timely feedback and interventions as needed.
  • Implement state learning standards and Etoile Academy Charter School approved high quality curriculum and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations for all.
  • Submit weekly lesson plans in advance as determined by school leaders for feedback.
  • Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual students progress and learning needs adjust lesson plans accordingly and update the gradebook weekly.
  • Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students needs.

Classroom & School Culture:

  • Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations aligned with toile Academys core values of Respect Excellence Ambition Community and Hard Work (REACH).
  • Establish strong relationships with students families and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
  • Implement positive classroom management strategies that foster a safe and structured space for learning.
  • Contribute to schoolwide initiatives such as advisory/intervention programs extracurricular activities or community events.
  • Learn master internalize and effectively deliver gradelevel curriculum core content objectives and instructional materials while maintaining appropriate rigor and utilizing selected texts.
  • Communicate students progress with students and family on a weekly basis.
  • Implement our clear and consistent behavior management system and build a strong sense of community in the classroom.

Collaboration & Professional Development:

  • Participate in weekly professional development instructional coaching and datadriven planning meetings.
  • Collaborate with fellow teachers instructional leaders and support staff to enhance curriculum and student outcomes.
  • Engage in continuous learning and improvement through researchbased best practices in language education.
  • Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.
  • Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with colleagues students and families based on trust understanding and respectfor the communities in which they identify.
  • Participate in weekly checkins gradelevel meetings livecoaching in the moment by instructional leaders before during and afterschool duties and school wide meetings and functions.
  • Engage in district approved personal learning and development (summer/yearlong).
  • Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related tasks.

We look for team members who embody our REACH values listed below:

  • Open to sharing and implementing feedback with reverence and professionalism for the work Respect.
  • Authentic care for student results and effective teaching Excellence.
  • Setting a higher bar for yourself and others each day Ambition.
  • Honest contribution and collaboration to the community Community.
  • Do what is needed to achieve results Hard Work.
  • Believes in education asa professionand holds oneself to a high level of conduct and professionalism.
  • Minimum of 40 hours spent at school per week.
  • Additional responsibilities may include: afterschool tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our students.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelors Degree from an accredited fouryear educational institution is required (French Education or related field preferred).
  • Certification: Texas teaching certification in LOTE (Languages Other Than English) preferred French or ability to obtain certification within two years.
  • Experience: Prior teaching experience preferred especially in a K12 setting. Demonstrated success in fostering student achievement and language acquisition.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Strong knowledge of TEKS for French and language proficiency standards.
    • Commitment to student success and a growth mindset.
    • Ability to build meaningful relationships with students families and staff.
    • Effective classroom management and instructional strategies.
    • Flexibility to travel between two campuses as needed.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance. District life insurance.
  • Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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