Part-Time French Teacher

Reports to: Modern Language Department Chair

Status: Part-time

Start Date: September 2026

Teaching Load: Two sections of French

Falmouth Academy at a Glance

Falmouth Academy is an independent day school serving students in grades 7–12 on Cape Cod, located in a world-renowned scientific and vibrant artistic community. FA is known for close relationships, high expectations, and a culture in which every student is known, challenged, and supported.

Our mission is to harness the power of inspired learning in a world-renowned scientific and vibrant artistic community, emboldening each student to take creative and intellectual risks to confidently engage the challenges of our times.

Position Overview

Falmouth Academy seeks a thoughtful, engaging, and student-centered part-time French teacher to teach two sections of French beginning in September 2026. The ideal candidate will bring strong language proficiency, a love of French and Francophone cultures, and an ability to help students develop confidence as speakers, readers, writers, and listeners.

The successful candidate will be an educator who values both rigor and encouragement, understands the importance of relationships in adolescent learning, and is eager to contribute to a small school community where teachers know their students well.

Responsibilities

• Teach two sections of French, with course levels determined by student enrollment and program needs.
• Design and deliver lessons that build proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Incorporate French and Francophone cultures into the curriculum in meaningful and engaging ways.
• Create a classroom environment that encourages risk-taking, curiosity, and active participation.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide clear, constructive feedback.

• Strong language proficiency in French.
• Ability to teach French language and culture to students in grades 7–12.
• Experience working with adolescents and understanding of adolescent learning principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small school community.