Part-Time French Teacher | Quest Forward Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, CA

About Quest Forward Santa Rosa
Quest Forward Santa Rosa is a private school serving grades 6-12, with a middle school (6th-8th grade) and a high school (9th-12th grade) housed in the same building. Opened in August 2017 as a high school, Quest Forward is fully accredited and believes in academic excellence, offers A-G University-approved courses, and is hyper-focused on college and career preparation. Our small class sizes, no cell phone policy, and personal attention to students create a welcoming, authentic learning environment.

As one of the flagship schools for Opportunity Education ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ), Quest Forward aims to set a model for schools nationwide.

In August 2025, Quest Forward added 7th and 8th grade to its school community, and in August 2026 we welcomed our first 6th graders, completing our middle school. This growth gives families a middle school option and builds community among students who will matriculate into Quest Forward High School. Middle school teachers are in the founding years of establishing a cohesive middle school culture, launching special middle school traditions, and teaching middle school content in a personalized setting.

The French Teacher will primarily focus on developing and delivering French courses that allow middle and high school students to build a strong foundation in the language and an appreciation for francophone cultures. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a growing world language program alongside a staff committed to creating immersive educational experiences for students.

During the interview process, candidates will have a chance to talk more specifically about their personal background with French, philosophy of language instruction, and vision for their future classroom.

As a dynamic and growing organization, responsibilities will evolve; however, core areas of focus include:

Instruction Delivery & Curriculum Development (80%)

• Design and implement curriculum for French courses at the high school level, aligned to proficiency-based standards
• Develop engaging lesson plans that build students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while fostering cultural curiosity
• Assess student work, provide timely feedback, and maintain high expectations for language proficiency and growth
• Establish a welcoming, organized, and immersive classroom environment that encourages students to take risks in using the language

Student Engagement & Support (15%)

• Help design and expand a world language program that evolves as the school grows
• Create opportunities for students to use French authentically, such as cultural events, student showcases, and pen pal or virtual exchange programs
• Assist in establishing partnerships with local francophone organizations, cultural institutions, or community members

Family & Community Engagement (5%)

• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, celebrating successes and addressing challenges proactively
• Participate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community
• Help students and families see the relevance of learning French in their everyday lives, future careers, and an increasingly global society

• 3+ years of teaching experience, preferably in middle school or high school
• Strong track record of student achievement
• Experience designing and implementing differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students of varying levels
• Proven academic growth for students below grade level with interventions
• Experience integrating technology into humanities instruction, particularly to enhance student engagement
• Deep belief in all students' potential and a commitment to holding high academic and behavioral expectations
• A growth mindset, constantly seeking to refine and improve instructional practice
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Passion for middle school education and making humanities relevant and engaging for students
• Readiness to go above and beyond, including putting in extra time in and outside of your role, to build Quest Forward’s college prep school

Hours for this part-time role are flexible and will be discussed during the initial screening call,…