French Teacher

Position Description: Full-time French teacher for the 2026–2027 school year

Reports to: Language Acquisition Department Chair, Dean of Academics, and Principal

Mission: St. Edward High School educates the hearts and minds of a diverse group of young men to have the competence to see and the courage to act as men of hope and faith for the transformation of the world.

We Believe In:

• Faith: Formation of young men in the Holy Cross tradition
• Excellence: An ongoing commitment to excellence in academics and co-curricular programs
• Relationships: A welcoming, family-oriented school community that fosters relationships
• Servant Leadership: A Christ-like commitment to genuine leadership through service to others

Goals: Saint Edward High School, an International Baccalaureate World School, encourages students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners with international awareness.

Duties:

• Teaches full-time, including five periods (60-minutes on a rotating schedule), and an advisory group
• Follows course objectives of the St. Edward curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) standards
• Works collaboratively with fellow teachers to design and deliver authentic instruction and assessment of French language skills
• Collaborates with other departments to provide interdisciplinary support and to develop cross-curricular units
• Maintains classroom control and student behavior, ensuring all students have the opportunity to learn
• Works directly with team teachers to provide assistance and support for students needing extra help
• Communicates with counselors, learning professionals, parents, and students to maintain a positive learning experience and identify challenges
• Communicates with parents and students by regularly posting lesson plans and grades
• Maintains flexible hours, providing time before or after school for additional help, individualized instruction, mentoring, or guidance on independent projects
• Supervises or moderates extracurricular activities, such as French Club, as assigned
• Participates in department and community activities related to outreach, admissions, and similar initiatives

Qualifications:

• Holds a State of Ohio license in French or a non-tax teaching certificate
• Demonstrates spoken and written fluency in French
• Possesses a bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Has proven successful teaching or instructional experience

Apply:

Email cover letter and resume to: lgallagher@sehs.net

St. Edward High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to building an employee population that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, dedicated to incorporating cultural humility in our daily work-routines. All hiring decisions are made based on an applicant’s qualifications, merit, and the school’s needs. St. Edward High School provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on race, age, sex, color, disability, or national origin in its procedures of employment, assignment, recruitment, termination, wage increase, and selection, for in-service or training or other benefits.