Commencing September 2025
Primary/Junior French As A Second Language Teacher Position Overview:
The successful candidate will bring a thoughtful, hands-on approach to the classroom that actively engages the students and develops them as critical thinkers and problem solvers. French teachers are responsible for teaching French as a Second Language using the AIM(Accelerative Interated Methodology) program within the IB-PYP(International Baccaleureate Primary Years Programme) framework, an inquiry-led, transdisciplinary model that places the student at the centre of the learning. Our teachers are responsible for curriculum planning, instruction, and assessment for the courses that they teach. Some additional responsibilities may also be assigned as part of the teacher’s duties.
Teaching Position Expectations: The ideal candidate will…
• Utilize a variety of teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student success.
• Use a variety of assessment strategies, both formal and informal, to monitor and report on student learning.
• Exhibit strong, positive classroom management skills with a focus on building classroom community and ensuring student learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, co-plan with homeroom teachers and the PYP coordinator, attend meetings and be a part of the PYP Teacher Team.
• Adhere to the IB PYP philosophy and curriculum framework and apply it with fidelity to classroom practices.
• Follow the practices and policies outlined in the MacLachlan College Teacher handbook.
• Be willing to make modifications and accommodations as necessary to support ELLs, students with IEPs, gifted students, etc.
• Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents and colleagues alike.
• Display initiative, enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in all aspects of faculty life at MacLachlan College.
• Have a positive attitude and be willing to grow their professional practice by engaging in professional development initiatives.
• Have strong organizational and time management skills, and a proven ability to craft and adhere to deadlines on small and large scales.
Position Qualifications & Abilities: The ideal candidate has…
- An Ontario Teaching Certificate (Good Standing)
- Subject specific qualifications and willingness to gain additional levels
- Prior experience teaching the Ontario and/or PYP Curriculum an assest
- Prior experience teaching French as a Second Language through the AIM program an assest
- Considerable knowledge of the “Growing Success” assessment policy document
- Familiarity with SMARTBoard, iPad technology, Teams, Toddle and Atlas Rubicon curriculum mapping
- Experience related to running or supporting co-curricular activities
Applications should be emailed to Jacki Bright, Deputy Head of School at
jbright@maclachlan.ca by Friday, May 2
nd, 2025 and should include a letter of interest and resume that contains your OCT or equivalent certifications and references. As a condition of employment, a Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required. We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
MacLachlan College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Upon request we will accommodate individual needs for applicants under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act during the selection process.