Primary/Junior French Teacher

• Understand how to use knowledge of student developmental stages and current educational research to make appropriate and thoughtful instructional decisions.
• Develop effective long range, unit and lesson plans that demonstrate the principles of a teaching for understanding framework and reflect the Ontario curriculum expectations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of assessment principles reflective of current assessment practices;
• Work in collaboration with other faculty to develop integrated units of study.
• Model best practices with using technology in the classroom to help support the curriculum and the developmental stages of students.

• Demonstrate compassion, acceptance, insight and interest for developing students' potential and capacity.
• Model the school's values through actions and words when dealing with students, parents, and other adults in the school.
• Demonstrate an understanding that students learn through active intellectual engagement.
• Create a trusting learning environment for students through acting consistently, fairly, openly and honestly and having clear expectations for all students.
• Ensure appropriate behavior in the classroom and on school property.
• Create a learning environment where student thinking is visible, valued and part of their everyday experiences.
• Create a safe and engaging learning space reflective of the developmental needs of students.

• Ensure instructional practices are reflective of advanced planning and preparation and the time that is available.
• Ensure questions and instructional strategies help to promote student thinking and serve to extend their understanding, knowledge and skills.
• Use relevant pedagogy, assessment and evaluation, along with resources and technology in the planning for and responding to the individual needs of students.
• Ensure student learning is appropriately documented and reported.

• Uphold the professional and ethical standards of practice as defined by the Ontario College of Teachers.
• Actively participate in professional growth activities (membership in professional learning communities, completing professional reading, setting professional learning goals).
• Maintain consistent, professional, supporting and encouraging relationships with colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with all school policies and practices and maintain all required documentation.
• Maintain an open line of communication with parents and work with them as partners in their daughter's educational journey.
• Actively participate in the life of the school outside of the classroom.

• Relevant university qualifications at the Bachelor level in French, including a Bachelor of Education/Master of Teaching with Primary/Junior qualifications.
• Certification from the Ontario College of Teachers and a member in 'Good Standing'.
• Relevant teaching experience within a classroom setting.
• Understanding of how to apply the current research on girls and learning.
• Knowledge of differing learning needs and strategies for supporting all kinds of learners.
• A commitment toward continued professional development and growth.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, time-management and communication skills.
• Self-starter, able to work in a self-directed manner appropriate to changing needs.
• A proven commitment to working successfully in collaborative environments.
• Experience in an independent school is an asset.
• Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program and the diverse life of the school community.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to the Core Competencies of;

• Inclusive Excellence
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity & Trust
• Learning Agility
• Communication
• Growth Mindset

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