Newark Academy is seeking a part-time French teacher to join a dedicated and dynamic faculty. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and will communicate effectively in French to inspire students' confidence in using the target language in all forms of expression. Our next French teacher will have experience teaching and a demonstrated capacity to embrace student-centered, skills-focused, and culturally competent practices. There is the potential for the position to be full-time for an experienced candidate with proficiency in French and Spanish.

Positive student/faculty relationships are instrumental in inspiring our students to succeed in the classroom and instill a passion for learning, a standard of excellence, and a generosity of spirit. Ideal candidates will be interested in embracing the wider school community through their involvement in clubs, activities, and/or athletics.

Responsibilities:

• Create a positive, student-centered environment
• Collaborate and work collegially with peers to design and revise curriculum to create a consistent course experience across sections
• Prepare lessons to deliver to assigned classes, generally four sections
• Meet school guidelines regarding grading, recordkeeping, and use of the learning management system to post timely information about classes
• Participate in school-wide activities such as workshops, special events, and professional meetings
• Engage in the life of Newark Academy

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in middle school, upper school, or higher educational settings Professionals in related fields or with non-traditional paths to education are also encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• Experience developing curriculum grounded in performance-based standards (ACTFL)
• Experience working with and supporting a diverse community of students, parents, and colleagues
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal in English and French)
• Experience working in independent schools is preferred but not required

Diversity / Inclusion Statement:

Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In admissions and employment practices, scholarship aid, and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.

*Please apply for this position through our website or use this link.

About Newark Academy

Newark Academy, a co-educational, independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory, Grades 6-12 day school in Livingston, NJ. Founded in 1774, Newark Academy is the second oldest day school in the state of New Jersey, and one of 11 pre-Revolutionary schools still operating in the United States. In 1964, the Academy moved from Newark to its current location in Livingston, NJ and, in 1971, became fully co-educational. Mission Statement : Newark Academy will contribute to society thoughtful and compassionate citizens who embrace their responsibilities as ethical, intellectual and civic stewards in the global environment. Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff and student body. In admission and employment practices, scholarship aid and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.

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