Gilmour Academy Is Hiring An Upper School French Teacher

Gilmour Academy is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Upper School French Teacher to inspire students and bring the French language and culture to life in a dynamic educational environment. 🌍

About Gilmour Academy

Located in Gates Mills, Ohio, Gilmour Academy is an independent, Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school rooted in the Holy Cross tradition. Our mission is to cultivate students' competence to observe critically and their courage to act, fostering a more humane and just society.

Our faculty is the cornerstone of our success. Through innovative, student-centered teaching and a commitment to Holy Cross values, our educators inspire intellectual curiosity, support personal growth, and prepare students to become lifelong learners and compassionate leaders.

The Opportunity 🎯

We are looking for a passionate, part-time French teacher to engage students from grades 7 through 12. This role offers an exciting chance to collaborate with a mission-driven faculty, where your expertise in French language and culture will truly make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach multiple levels of French across grades 7–12
• Design engaging, student-centered lessons that develop measurable proficiency
• Integrate instructional technology to enhance language acquisition
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the vibrant school community
• Build meaningful relationships with students and their families

Qualifications 📋

• Valid Ohio teaching certification
• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Native or near-native proficiency in French
• Experience teaching French at the secondary level
• Strong command of best practices in world language acquisition
• A creative and innovative approach to curriculum and pedagogy
• Enthusiasm for working within the Holy Cross tradition