Alabama State Department of Education Is Hiring A French Teacher Elementary

Foreign Language Teacher

Join our team as a Foreign Language Teacher, inspiring students to communicate, understand, and appreciate diverse cultures through language and technology integration. 🌎✨

Supervisor

Principal

Job Goals

• Motivate each student to develop competencies, knowledge, and skills in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language.
• Introduce students to the cultures of countries where the foreign language is spoken.
• Discover and nurture students' talents in foreign language communication.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama teaching certificate.
• Ability to meet employment and certification/licensure criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, emphasizing communication and teamwork with diverse groups.
• Fluency in English and the assigned foreign language(s) for instruction.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programs specific to foreign language instruction.
• Strong problem-solving skills as a collaborative team member.
• Effective use of technology for communication, planning, instruction, data management, and reporting.
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job duties.
• Punctuality and regular attendance.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Demonstrates support for the school system’s vision, goals, and priorities.
• Establishes a positive classroom climate and effectively manages foreign language instruction.
• Provides high-quality foreign language learning experiences for students.
• Plans lessons aligned with the established curriculum.
• Models innovative use of technology for students.
• Utilizes innovative teaching techniques and technology tools to facilitate instruction and student engagement.
• Evaluates student progress based on course objectives and grading standards.
• Communicates proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Teaches language skills and cultural knowledge using a variety of media and digital tools.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction tailored to student needs.
• Develops students' understanding and appreciation of the cultures related to the studied language.
• Maintains classroom discipline to ensure an orderly, productive learning environment.
• Evaluates and reports students’ progress in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Assists in selecting and requisitioning instructional materials and maintains inventory records.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors regarding student progress.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff to support health, attitude, and learning improvements.
• Maintains professional growth through in-service activities and workshops.
• Adheres to school policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and exhibits leadership and ethical standards.
• Participates in staff development programs at local, state, and national levels.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school and workplace matters.
• Proactively seeks improvement opportunities within the scope of responsibilities.
• Responds promptly and positively to inquiries and requests.
• Prepares and submits reports, records, and correspondence accurately and timely.
• Cares for equipment and resources responsibly.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and reports absences per policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors.

Terms of Employment

As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation

Performance will be assessed following the Board’s policy on personnel evaluation.

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations for this position. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend this description as necessary, and employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.