Middle School French Immersion Art Teacher

Middle School French Immersion Art Teacher

School-Year 2026-2027

Full-time, 10- month position

Overview

Implement the curriculum, keep accurate records, work cooperatively with other teachers and adapt materials to the French immersion theme. Teachers are responsible for managing behavior and maintaining a positive classroom climate. Candidates must be eager to work with students of all abilities in a French immersion public school and have a deep enough command of French, English, and their content area to adapt instruction to students’ interests and needs. Instructors will be recruited from a variety of French-speaking countries to represent the broad reach of the French language around the world. International candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience and a teaching degree.

Status of Position

This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette.  This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

Reporting

The Specials Teacher reports to their campus/building principal.

Responsibilities

Participate in curriculum planning

Lesson planning and implementation of the immersion model

Classroom management

Communicate with peers and parents

Maintain accurate grades, documentation of report cards, and attendance records

Participate in all mandatory training and professional development, as required

Engage in school-wide activities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Hold or be eligible for Missouri Teaching Certificate or equivalent in home country

Native or near-native fluency in French

Proven experience as a teacher

Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills necessary for working in a multicultural environment

The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and to meet deadlines

Ability to integrate technology into the classroom

Other Requirements

Be willing to provide information for background check clearance.