Elementary School French Immersion Teacher 2026 - 27 School Year
Academie Lafayette
Location
Kansas City, Missouri
Quick overview
Teachers will implement the curriculum and manage classroom behavior while maintaining a positive climate. They will also participate in grade-level planning and communicate with peers and parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and be eligible for a Missouri Teaching Certificate. They should have native or near-native fluency in French and at least 2 years of teaching experience.
Job description
French Immersion K-5 Teachers School-Year 2026-2027 Full-time, 10- month positions
- Overview Implement the curriculum, keeping accurate records, working cooperatively with their grade-level team and adapting materials to the French immersion theme.
- Teachers are responsible for managing behavior and maintaining a positive classroom climate.
- Candidates must be eager to work with students of all abilities in a French immersion school and have a deep enough command of French, English, and their content area to adapt instruction to students’ interests and needs.
- Instructors will be recruited from a variety of French-speaking countries to represent the broad reach of the French language around the world.
- International candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience and a teaching degree.
Status of Position This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Reporting The French Immersion Teacher reports to their campus/building principal.
Responsibilities
Participate in grade level curriculum planning Lesson planning and implementation of the immersion model Classroom management Communicate with peers and parents Maintain accurate grades, documentation of report cards, and attendance records Participate in all mandatory training and professional development, as required Engage in school-wide activities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Hold or be eligible for Missouri Teaching Certificate or equivalent in home country Native or near-native fluency in French Proven experience as a teacher; international candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills necessary for working in a multicultural environment The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and to meet deadlines Ability to integrate technology into the classroom
Other Requirements Must pass a state and federal fingerprint background check through MACHS. Must be registered or get registered with the Family Care Safety Registry.