French Teacher – High School (Grades 9‑12)

About the role

York Preparatory School is seeking a passionate French Teacher to lead up to four high‑school French sections (grades 9‑12). You will create engaging lessons that develop fluency, confidence, and cultural appreciation while integrating social‑justice perspectives.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a comprehensive French curriculum covering grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and cultural studies.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
• Incorporate meaningful connections to social justice and identity into lessons.
• Collaborate with the Humanities department to ensure interdisciplinary coherence.
• Participate in faculty meetings, school committees, and extracurricular activities such as clubs or coaching.

Required profile

• Enthusiastic and experienced French teacher capable of teaching grades 9‑12.
• Strong knowledge of French language, literature, and culture.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to integrate social‑justice themes into language instruction.

Required skills

• Proficiency in French language instruction.
• Curriculum design and lesson planning.
• Classroom management and student assessment.
• Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $70,000‑$90,000 per year.
• Professional development opportunities within the Cognita network.
• Supportive, diverse community focused on holistic student growth.
• Benefits package and renewal‑cycle contract stability.