As a member of the Modern Languages Department and Lower School Division, the lower school French teacher is responsible for teaching French to students in junior kindergarten through fifth grade. Specifically, the French language teacher introduces beginning speaking and listening skills to our youngest students along with building their knowledge of the culture. Additionally, all CIS teachers support the social, emotional and character development of each student in his/her class.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Teach French to students in our lower school
• Update and create curriculum in conjunction with departmental goals
• Create opportunities for students to understand the culture of French speakers as well as the
language
• Collaborate with the other modern language teachers in order to establish consistent,
meaningful connections for learning
• Prepare progress reports and conduct conferences for students and parents each semester
• Attend faculty, divisional, and in-service meetings as scheduled
• Support the mission of the school through teaching, advising, and participating as a member
of the faculty
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
• Supervise before school, recess, lunch, and dismissal activities
• Provide support for and chaperone lower school functions (socials, etc.)
• Attend school related functions, when appropriate, in support of students
• Attend professional development opportunities
• Model life-long learning through personal and professional growth
• Serve as an ambassador for the school at open houses and other admissions or public
relations activities