https://jobcentral.actfl.org Latest ACTFL Job Central Jobs Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:00:53 Z https://jobcentral.actfl.org/jobs/rss/22275473/upper-school-french-teacher https://jobcentral.actfl.org/jobs/rss/22275473/upper-school-french-teacher Bellevue, Washington, WHO WE ARE Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart provides a diverse and rigorous college preparatory environment that inspires young women to become confident, compassionate leaders. As a member of a global network of more than 150 schools, we educate to the core of our 200-year tradition through the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria : a personal and active faith in God, a deep respect for intellectual values, a social awareness that impels one to action, the building of community as a Christian value, and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom. Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart educates young women to think critically, embrace challenges, model resilience, confront injustice, seek equality and lead globally in the pioneering spirit of our foundress. Our graduates change the world.   THE ROLE Forest Ridge seeks a talented, passionate and engaging Upper School French Teacher to all levels of Upper School French (1-5) and serve as a grade level advisor. The primary aim of the International Language Program is to present world languages as essential living tools for communication, given the global community in which we live. Employing proficiency-based methods, students develop the ability to use other languages in realistic situations while developing the skill areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The knowledge, insight and appreciation they gain for other cultures allows students to develop empathy by broadening their understanding of how others live, think and interact in ways different to their own. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about teaching adolescent girls, who works well both independently and with a team, and who employs a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of our students. In addition, we are looking for faculty who are excited by the opportunity to build an integrated curriculum, working alongside members of various departments to build lessons, units and courses of study that unite concepts, topics, themes and skills often taught isolated from one another. Furthermore, Forest Ridge seeks faculty and staff whose philosophies align with our Sacred Heart mission and who enthusiastically believe in educating the mind, body and spirit of each student. TEACHING AT FOREST RIDGE Forest Ridge offers an intellectually invigorating, interconnected and experiential curriculum. The entire Forest Ridge experience is designed to support the growth of girls, particularly in the academic and leadership spaces more traditionally held by boys. The curriculum at Forest Ridge has been developed and updated by the faculty who teach it. Forest Ridge teachers work collaboratively across disciplines and grade levels to integrate learning experiences for students. The Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria guide faculty and staff in their interactions with families and colleagues.   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Upper School French Teacher, reporting to the Director of Upper School, will join a collaborative department of colleagues to build a creative, engaging and student-centered learning environment, employing best practices for educating students in an inclusive setting. Specific responsibilities for this position include: Teach four sections of Upper School French (Levels 1-5); Serve as a grade-level advisor; Serve as a club moderator; Teach in our immersive program; Provide support for students outside of class time (answering homework questions, providing extra writing help, etc.) as needed; Actively collaborate with colleagues to design curriculum, assessment and instructional practices in alignment with best practices to create innovative and equitable learning experiences for all students; Attend content team and faculty meetings as scheduled; Participate in the life of the school community by attending school assemblies, divisional gatherings, school events, etc.; Attend and respectfully participate in communal prayer and other faith services. A successful candidate for this position will meet the following requirements and qualifications: Experience teaching Upper School French courses; A bachelor’s degree in French or a related field; master’s degree is preferred. A personal understanding of and commitment to the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education; A commitment to working in a girl-centric environment, designed to support the development of competent, confident and courageous women ready to lead in a multi-cultural world; Prior experience working with a diverse population of students and colleagues; A demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy, including an understanding of themselves and the lenses they bring to interactions, as well as the differing perspectives of others; A commitment to teaching the whole child; An ability to work and communicate well with faculty, staff, students and parents; Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through competitive compensation. Salary range(s) based on education and experience. Full-time: $59,028 - $112,531. Forest Ridge offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees Benefits include: medical/dental/vision insurance (based on FTE); flexible spending account (FSA); employee assistance program (EAP); retirement savings plan with employer match after 1 year of employment; paid time off for sick, personal, bereavement, jury/witness duty; vacation time off for staff; family leave; life and disability insurance; professional development opportunities; 50% tuition remission. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:01:09 -0400 https://jobcentral.actfl.org/jobs/rss/22218084/spanish-teacher-upper-school https://jobcentral.actfl.org/jobs/rss/22218084/spanish-teacher-upper-school Summit, New Jersey, Upper School Spanish Teacher - Full  Time Dedicated to excellence in academics, the development of faith, and an emphasis on the whole child, Oak Knoll, a member of the Holy Child Network of Schools, offers a premier college preparatory program for girls in its grades 7–12 Upper School.  The World Languages Department is seeking a dynamic, culturally responsive, and collaborative Upper School Spanish teacher for a full-time position to begin in August 2026. The ideal candidate would hold an advanced degree in Spanish Language & Literature, Spanish teaching, or a related field and skillfully balance language instruction with the integration of culture and readings. Key Responsibilities: Teach four sections of Spanish to grades 7-12 Have the content, cultural knowledge, and intellectual flexibility to teach Spanish, from introductory through advanced levels to students in grades 7-12 Plan and deliver innovative, intellectually engaging, and academically rigorous instruction that balances language acquisition with a genuine passion for Hispanic cultures  Bring a sense of warmth and humor to the classroom environment  Use technology to deliver instruction that supports and deepens student learning  Understand how girls learn and use this knowledge to guide instructional and curricular decisions; apply principles of mind, brain and education science when teaching, developing curriculum, and assessing student learning Collaborate in the evaluation and design of Spanish curriculum Demonstrate professional initiative and work collaboratively and professionally with a teaching team, faculty, colleagues, students, administrators, and parents  Ensure timely communication with parents on issues concerning students’ learning needs Maintain accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicate such data in accordance with the academic calendar and School expectations Engage in continuing professional development Knowledge of second language acquisition or proficiency based teaching is advantageous Participate fully in the life of the Upper School, including attending faculty meetings and in-service Engage in all aspects of the Oak Knoll community while promoting and supporting the OKS mission, vision, and values Perform other duties as assigned by, and in support of, the Division Head and Head of School Report to the World Languages Department Chair Qualifications 3+ years teaching experience at the middle and high school level  Bachelor’s degree in Spanish Language and Literature or Spanish teaching is preferred Master’s degree preferred (degrees in related subject matter)  About Oak Knoll Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child is an independent Catholic School, coeducational from Pre-K to grade 6, and girls only in grades 7-12. We are part of the global Holy Child Network of Schools, which includes nine schools across the U.S. and 13 overseas. Oak Knoll is Judeo-Christian in heritage, Roman Catholic in teaching and worship, where we believe that each person is created by God for an intended purpose. An Oak Knoll education guides students to discover that purpose and make a significant, positive impact on the world.  Oak Knoll is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is celebrated, and cultural competency is required. As a Holy Child school, we work for Christian principles of justice, peace and compassion in every facet of life. We know that we can build a better world by learning from each other and embracing differences, and we are committed to making Oak Knoll a truly inclusive place to work and learn.  To apply, please complete the online employment application .         Comprehensive benefits package Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:19:48 -0400