Upper or Middle School French Teacher

Princeton Day School is seeking an experienced full-time Upper or Middle School French Teacher beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

Successful candidates will be eager to help students develop the skills to communicate in the target language and will be invested in creating classroom opportunities for students to explore the francophone world and cultures.

Candidates should be able to teach a complete range of students, from introductory level to advanced.

In addition to teaching 4 sections of French (3-4 preps), a full-time teacher contributes to the community life of PDS as an advisor of 6-10 students, has various duties, and is expected to contribute to school life outside the classroom in an extracurricular activity, such as coaching or clubs.

One to four times a semester, a weekend or evening activity or campus event may be required.

For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

• Teach four classes/sections
• Lead an advisory
• Fulfill upper or middle school duties
• Contribute to school life outside of the classroom
• Assess students’ academic progress
• Provide clear oral and written feedback to students and communicate with families as needed
• Collaboratively work on curriculum development and alignment, and attend Department meetings
• Foster a learning environment that is student-centered and that supports students’ social and emotional needs
• Differentiate teaching and learning based on students’ cognitive needs and learning style
• Possess a well-developed sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; be committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Independently and collaboratively prepare curricula that balance linguistic mastery, cultural understanding, and joy of learning a new language
• Develop creative formative and summative experiences

• Master’s degree in French or a related field
• Teaching certification in French or a related field
• 3+ years of teaching experience in Upper or Middle School
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students