Upper School Biology (in French) Teacher

UPPER SCHOOL BIOLOGY TEACHER (in French)

 

MISSION

Guided by the principles of academic rigor and diversity, French American + International offers programs of study in French and English to prepare its graduates for a world in which the ability to think critically and to communicate across cultures is of paramount importance.

 

OPPORTUNITY

Working at French American + International opens up a myriad of opportunities – both personal and professional. Critical to our Strategic Plan in creating a proud, engaged community, we appreciate our faculty and staff by fostering a community of ongoing learning, respect and collegiality and by providing competitive compensation and benefits.

 

It is also of paramount importance to us that we continue to foster an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion as we build a school community of individuals who are an actual representation of the world we live in.

 

If this appeals to you, here is what we can guarantee:

• A chance to work in a truly multicultural, multilingual environment
• Transformative professional development opportunities, including International Baccalaureate, bilingualism and international education
• World class IB training that strengthens both teaching skills and CV’s alike (High School)
• Opportunity to work at a school which offers both French and International Baccalaureates to our high school students
• Access to cutting edge teaching and learning experiences
• Ability to participate in international travel through our Global Travel Program
• A chance to work in a truly multicultural, multilingual environment
• A supportive school community and the world’s best colleagues

 

At French American + International, we encourage everyone to think internationally and to grow professionally. Are you up for the challenge?

 

POSITION:

We are seeking an experienced Biology teacher who is passionate, engaging and motivated to teach our eager learners and future leaders in the both the French and the International tracks. Candidates should be compelling educational practitioners who have a strong biology background and are confident in their capacity to create and deliver a dynamic and engaging curriculum.

FOCUS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•        Prepare engaging and differentiated lesson plans according to our middle school and baccalaureate curricula
•        Develop student’s language in writing, reading, speaking and listening across the curriculum
•        Regularly assess the students’ progress
•        Participate fully in the professional community and contribute to school life

QUALIFICATIONS

•        Minimum of 2 years teaching experience
•        Bachelor’s degree  or equivalent in relevant field, Master’s degree preferred
•        Excellent communication skills with both students and parents
•        Positive history of collegiality and collaboration with other teachers and administrators
•        IB experience a plus

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please go to https://applyinternational.com/public/schools/104037/vacancies/1316 to apply.

 

**Please note that during the application process you are required to send a request to 2 professional references. If you do not wish to provide your references at this moment, please enter email addresses of contacts you are comfortable with listing.

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

French American + International School is a PK-12 independent school in San Francisco.  Founded in 1962, our school is a multicultural, multilingual educational institution with over 1,100 students across an urban campus in the heart of the city. Guided by the principles of academic rigor and diversity, the French American International School offers programs of study in French and English to prepare its graduates for a world in which the ability to think critically and to communicate across cultures is of paramount importance. Our international community brings together people from many backgrounds. Together we strive to create a shared culture that develops compassionate, confident and principled people who will make the world better. We base our community on these values: Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, Collaboration, Curiosity.