Middle School French Teacher (part-time (20%) position) SY 2024
American School of the Hague
- Wassenaar, Zuid-Holland Den Haag, Zuid-Holland
- Contract
- Deeltijds
Language Skills: Fluency in both English and French, native speakers preferred.You believe that school is preparation for life, more than simply the next level of school. You are passionate about Middle School, understanding the key role you play in enabling student growth and development, preparing students for success in their future. Just as in life outside the classroom, you believe that students with different backgrounds, gender identities, and learning abilities benefit from working together.You understand team dynamics and work well with teams of other educators and with administrators. You are an excellent communicator and see parents as your partners in their child's education. As a lifelong learner you are energized by new ideas, professional development and sharing your learning with your colleagues. You are solution-oriented and like to contribute to a positive, enjoyable working environment. The status quo is never good enough for you.You are independent and confident in the classroom. When making decisions, you focus on how we can best serve our entire learning community, always looking for a way in which we can make ASH just that extra bit better for them. You recognize that learning is not confined to a classroom or a timetable. Having an open mind and being able to give and receive constructive feedback is something you pride yourself on.You are a certificated, Middle School Language (French) Teacher with a Bachelor's degree. With school experience in an American, Canadian, or international school. You are familiar with current international educational practices. Authentic assessment techniques, mixed-ability grouping, differentiation and strategies for students with learning differences are all familiar territory for you. You have both a theoretical understanding of, and classroom experience in applying developmentally appropriate, inclusive and differentiated practices. You have a solid background in technology in the classroom and you see IT as an enabler for you and for learning.In addition you;
- promote the use of multiple methods in solving problems, identifying more efficient strategies and generalizing principles to a broad variety of applications,
- have knowledge and/or experience with TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) input-based approach to teaching language and/or CI (Comprehensible Input),
- have a strong background in Standard-Based Grading and Reporting,
- have a strong background in working with special education, service learning, and gifted students is preferred.
The American School of The Hague is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.