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    Primary School Early Years French Homeroom Teacher - Washington, United States - Washington International School

    Washington International School
    Washington International School Washington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Summary

    Reporting to the Principal and the Primary School Assistant Principals, the PS French Homeroom Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing differentiated instruction based on ongoing assessment; communicating clearly with parents and colleagues; and coordinating support with the best interests of each individual child in mind.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Contribute to the WIS Mission and Values.

    2. Contribute to a climate of respect and understanding amongst faculty and staff, students, and parents.

    3. Create a classroom environment that promotes an exemplary learning community: enriched by differences, informed through inquiry, global in reach.

    4. Plan and implement clear, well-thought-out lesson plans that connect in-class learning to concepts and real-world situations, and generate enthusiasm and academic excellence in the classroom.

    5. Demonstrate command of the curriculum outcomes for the grade level.

    6. Use a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional and assessment methods to meet the needs of all learners and provide varied forms of feedback on learning.

    7. Monitor the academic, personal, emotional, and social progress of students.

    8. Use technology purposefully in the classroom to enhance learning and to provide information and feedback to students and parents.

    9. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

    10. Practice regular, punctual attendance of instructional periods.

    11. Ensure the safety of students, following supervision standards and guidelines in common areas.

    12. Supervise students in transitions throughout the day, e.g. arrival, recess, lunch, specials classes, dismissal.

    13. Handle appropriately and professionally the supervision and/or re-direction of students.

    14. Communicate regularly with parents by relevant means to the learning: class newsletters, notes, telephone calls, conferences, emails, websites, etc.

    15. Communicate in a timely, clear, and effective manner with students, parents, and colleagues, informally and formally.

    16. Highlight students' successes and areas of growth through assessment.

    17. Implement support strategies with the Student Support Team (SST) and communicate with parents regarding support, and collaborate and plan with the French as an Additional Language (FAL) Instructional Support Teacher to develop indicators of readiness for the program exiting into the immersion classroom.

    18. Execute distance education when directed and needed to include alternative teaching and learning delivery methods: develop online courses reflecting best practices, provide student support to include alternative assignments and assessments, collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and students online to build a connected and positive learning environment.

    19. Demonstrate a willingness to be available to students within contractual hours in addition to instructional time.

    20. Attend meetings and events necessary for the advancement of student learning, such as faculty meetings and Parent-Teacher Conferences.

    21. Prepare adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.

    22. Complete progress reports and report cards in alignment with school requirements.

    23. Fulfill regular administrative tasks, such as timely completion and correction of attendance.

    24. Serve as a student advisor to a group of primary school students if needed, for an additional stipend.

    25. Engage with students, colleagues, and parents to foster a sense of community.

    26. Work with colleagues, management, and staff in a constructive, collaborative, and cooperative manner.

    27. Actively seek opportunities for professional growth.

    28. Represent WIS in a manner that reflects the Mission and the Core Beliefs of Learning.

    29. Work with Admissions to support appropriate acceptance and placement of students at WIS.

    30. Perform other duties as assigned.

    • Must be native speaker of French
    • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in FAL, Education, French; Master's degree preferred
    • Previous teaching experience of 3-5 years is preferable in teaching French language acquisition to students in Grades 1-5
    • Experience with the IB PYP is preferable, but not required
    • Passion for WIS's mission
    • Strong communication skills, a sense of humor, humility, and empathy
    • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
    • Previous experience at an international school and/or cultural fluency derived from international experience is a plus



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