Oregon Episcopal School Is Hiring An Upper School French Guest Substitute Teacher

Oregon Episcopal School is looking for an Upper School French Guest Teacher to join us starting in August 2025. If you're passionate about language education and fostering a diverse, inclusive community, this could be the opportunity for you! 🌟

🌿 Our Mission

Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.

🏫 About Us

Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School sits on a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students from Pre-K through 12th grade thrive alongside an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a vibrant community. The Upper School also features a small boarding program for both international and domestic students, enriching our diverse school environment.

🌍 Our Values

• Commitment to professional development through the Learning and Teaching at OES faculty growth model
• Respect for all beliefs and cultures as part of our Episcopal roots
• Focus on inclusion, respect, service, justice, and community beyond ourselves

📚 Job Summary

The Upper School French Guest Teacher will provide classroom instruction aligned with OES standards, promoting curiosity, exploration, and lifelong learning. Teachers at OES nurture community, social responsibility, and respect for individual differences. The role involves:

• Supporting the school's educational mission
• Communicating effectively with students and colleagues
• Fostering an engaging and inclusive classroom environment

This position reports directly to the Upper School Assistant Division Heads. Lunch is provided on workdays.

📝 Essential Duties

• Report promptly after receiving a teaching request
• Deliver lessons, routines, and supervision as per lesson plans
• Provide a written report at the end of the day outlining activities and observations

🎓 Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent in French or related field, or native fluency
• Experience teaching secondary school-aged students
• Intercultural competency and commitment to equity and inclusion
• Digital literacy, including proficiency with MS Office, Google Workspace, video conferencing, and adaptable to new technologies
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

🌟 Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in French or related field
• At least five years of teaching experience

🔧 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Passion for teaching and creating a warm, productive classroom
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues
• Familiarity with educational technology and a willingness to learn new tools
• Knowledge of project-based and inquiry-based learning practices

⚙️ Physical Requirements

• Primarily work in a classroom environment with clear communication abilities
• Mobility to move around the campus and ensure student safety
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance