The Bush School

The Middle School French and Spanish Faculty member reports to the Middle School Director and works closely with students and families, as well as Middle School Faculty and Staff, while also being an active member of the school’s World Language Department.  This position will be responsible for teaching world language classes (to include both French and Spanish classes) throughout the school year, in addition to the possibility of hosting a student advisory group for the Academic Year.   

While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below: 

Possess the ability and skills to successfully teach both French and Spanish 

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences in both in-person and virtual classrooms 

Create an immersion setting in class using comprehensible input to build students’ oral and written proficiency 

Develop and implement a proficiency-oriented interdisciplinary, multicultural, experiential curriculum 

Observe/evaluate/assess students’ development using ACTFL’s Proficiency Guidelines and maintain accurate records regarding student progress and areas of growth 

Serve as advisor to the middle school students  

Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum 

Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students 

Collaborate and work effectively with the school’s World Language Department 

Create and sustain effective family partnerships, for example: communicate with parents/guardians regarding student progress and classroom news via formal conferences, written reports, and school portal 

Attend school related events outside the scheduled school day 

Participate actively in school/division/department meetings, in addition to school activities/committees 

Lead E-lectives throughout the academic year 

Design and lead an E Week program each academic year 

Be familiar with all the roles and responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty Handbook 

Attend all grade-level meetings  

Attend all Middle School, Department, and All-Staff faculty meetings  

Attend all beginning of the year and end-of-year faculty meetings 

Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned 

Experience and Professional Competencies: 

Experience in teaching Middle School French and Spanish – a minimum of 3 years is preferred 

A bachelor’s degree in French, Spanish, Education or related field is required 

A graduate degree in French, Spanish, Education or a related field is preferred 

Successful candidates will:  

Possess a philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values 

Exhibit the capacity and desire to engage in experiential activities and programs with students 

Possess training and previous experience implementing Comprehensible Input strategies  

Possess training and fluency in evaluating student skills using ACTFL’s Proficiency Guidelines  

Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff and parents/guardians to maintain constructive and professional relationships 

Complete work in a timely and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments and deadlines 

Have proficient skills in the use of technology: including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive and Google Classroom, and Outlook 

Preferred but not required familiarity using Canvas or LMS. 

Successful Candidates will: 

●    Maintain a strong work ethic, with high standards of professionalism, organization, accountability, and confidentiality 

Maintain a willingness to assume additional responsibilities, as required 

●    Demonstrate resourcefulness and sound judgment in decision-making 

●    Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Additional Requirements:  

●    Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date) 

●    Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings 

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, manage long days, handle standard office and classroom materials, and support body with core muscles  

Occasional lifting or moving of items 10-25 pounds 

Ability to use hands to handle small objects, and to manage writing  

Benefits include:  

·       Medical  

·       Health Savings Account  

·       Dental  

·       Vision  

·       Dependent Care Spending Account  

·       Long- and Short-Term Disability