Junior School French Teacher

Teacher, French, Junior SchoolFull-Time Fixed-term Contract2026-2027  Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.Crofton House School is seeking an experienced elementary school educator to teach French as an additional language. French is taught in the Junior School from Grade 1-7. This position focuses on working with Grade 5-7 students. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of young girls in the Junior School. Fulfill your vision as a teacher by joining this dynamic school community with motivated students, excellent resources, enriching professional development opportunities, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents. Teaching and learning is guided and enhanced by the principles of a student-centred, collaborative approach with an inquiry-based focus to deepen learning for young students.  Opportunities:●      Establish a day-to-day connection and belonging in the Junior School community●      Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals who embrace school values of courage, creativity, and citizenship●      Participate in a dynamic professional development network●      Integrate meaningful technology into student learning●      Enjoy leadership in co-curricular activities●      Employees of Crofton House School receive competitive compensation and generous support for professional, educational and leadership development Responsibilities: â—      Create a warm and inviting environment in which young students can learn●      Teach French as an additional language in our Junior School with a focus on Grade 5, 6 and 7. Establish lively, engaging classes●      Integrate French culture into lessons●      Ensure continuity of language learning competencies in a vertical and horizontal manner across the Junior School in collaboration with colleagues●      Collaborate with all Junior School teachers to ensure student needs are met●      Differentiate expectations for language learners●      Implement and integrate instructional technology to support learning●      Implement the BC Curriculum for French as a second language, with a focus on the application of the Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling approach.●      Participate in the Junior School co-curricular program Requirements/ Qualifications:●      Native-like French language skills (oral and written)●      Familiarity with TPRS an asset●      B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification●      Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent●      Understanding of how to support diverse learning styles at an elementary level●      Collaborative and energetic with a passion for teaching●      Excellent written and oral communication skills●      Demonstrated ability to be innovative, flexible, highly organized with attention to detail●      Energy, commitment, and readiness to participate in the co-curricular program and the diverse life of the school community