Upper School French or French​/Spanish Teacher

Upper School French or French/Spanish Teacher

Apr 1 2026

Oak Knoll is seeking an enthusiastic, culturally responsive, and collaborative Upper School world language teacher for a full-time position to begin in August 2026. The ideal candidate has experience and flexibility to teach novice to advanced French or French/Spanish, with the expectation to skillfully balance language instruction with the integration of culture and readings.

• Teach four sections of World Language classes to grades 7-12
• Have the content, cultural knowledge, and intellectual flexibility to teach French or French/Spanish from introductory through advanced levels to students in grades 7-12
• Plan, prepare, and deliver innovative, intellectually engaging, and academically rigorous instructional content that promotes successful learning
• Use technology to deliver instruction that supports and deepens student learning
• Understand how girls learn and use this knowledge to guide instructional and curricular decisions; apply principles of mind, brain and education science when teaching, developing curriculum, and assessing student learning
• Collaborate in the evaluation and design of World Language curriculum
• Work collaboratively and professionally with a teaching team, faculty, colleagues, students, administrators, and parents
• Ensure timely communication with parents on issues concerning students’ learning needs
• Maintain accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicate such data in accordance with the academic calendar and School expectations
• Engage in continuing professional development
• Knowledge of second language acquisition or proficiency based teaching is advantageous
• Participate fully in the life of the Upper School, including attending faculty meetings and in-service
• Engage in all aspects of the Oak Knoll community while promoting and supporting the OKS mission, vision, and values
• Perform other duties as assigned by, and in support of, the Division Head and Head of School
• Report to the World Languages Department Chair

• 3+ years teaching experience at the middle and/or high school level preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree preferred (degrees in related subject matter)
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement not required, but helpful

Salary range of $65,000-$85,000 is commensurate with experience; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement contributions, and tuition remission.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where diversity is celebrated, and cultural competency is essential.