French Language Teacher

Queen Margaret’s School is accepting applications for a senior French Language teacher to join our Senior School faculty, The Senior French Language Teacher is responsible for working with a team of Humanities Teachers to deliver the curricula in Grade 8-12 Core French. Successful candidates will have a passion for the French language and a proven ability to inspire an appreciation of Francophone culture and diverse forms of cultural expression

Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach engaging and relevant French classes as assigned, following the British Columbia curriculum
• Assess and address student learning styles and implement strategies for promoting student progress
• Familiarity with differentiated and leveled language instruction; understanding of TPRS and communicative/experiential models of French language instruction are considered an asset
• Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment
• Foster a climate of respect and fairness for all students
• Use technology in curriculum and reporting (using MyEdBC student information system and other technology resources provided)
• Use a variety of assessment strategies and assessment collection (portfolios, self-assessment, testing, reflection, etc.)
• Evaluate students and report on progress formally (report cards) and informally with families
• Communicate effectively with homeroom teachers, faculty advisors, and learning support staff as required
• Contribute to planning and delivery of special events
• Lead co-curricular assignments with enthusiasm
• Model the core values of the school
• Collaborate with peers to support a student-centered learning environment
• Be a role model for students
• Take an active part in all professional development activities, including staff meetings

Qualifications:

The following are requirements for this position:

• Graduate of a recognized B.Ed program, with focused studies in French Language instruction
• Proof of BC Ministry of Education Teacher Certification
• Knowledge of BC Curriculum requirements for Core French
• Experience and/or familiarity with AP College Board courses in French is an asset
• Interest in experiential learning and practical hands-on applications of learning is an asset
• Ability to lead a group of students in a school Advisory program
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate and develop relationships with a wide array of stakeholders (students, parents, teacher colleagues, community members, etc.)
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and professional learning
• Ability and desire to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues
• Proven ability to motivate students through meaningful curriculum and inquiry-driven learning
• Demonstrated experience with innovative practices, including the integration of educational technology tools
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong learning relationships through the provision of a safe and trusting learning environment
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally responsive teaching environment
• Understanding of British Columbia's K-12 curriculum and the objectives of competency-based education
• Demonstrated ability to effectively differentiate and be responsive to student needs
• Willingness to regularly engage in experiential learning experiences
• Willingness to embrace the ethos of an independent school and make a commitment to the extensive co-curricular life of an independent school

Preferences will be given to candidates who also have the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience in a boarding school environment is an asset
• Standard First Aid certification or above
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver abstract

Candidates must possess or be eligible for Teacher certification through the BC Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch.

Teachers interested in joining Queen Margaret’s School community must embrace the ethos of an independent school education, develop positive relationships with all community members, and contribute to a collaborative learning community. Faculty are expected to support the school's co-curricular program commensurate with a 1.0 FTE position. Dedicated time for collaborating with a team to design and implement cross-curricular units of study throughout the year is provided.

Applications should be made electronically. To submit your application, please upload your documents according to the instructions on our website link http://qms.bc.ca/discover-qms/careers/