French as a Second Language Teaching Opportunities

Oui, je parle français!

The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board (BHNCDSB) offers two French Programs at the Elementary level - Core French and French Immersion and two French programs at the Secondary level - Core French and Extended French. Each of these programs differs in intensity but share a common purpose : to develop student’s communication skills in the French language.

Why teach French in our Board?

• French as a Second Language (FSL) Teachers have access to the most current and relevant resources that meet the curriculum expectations and support students as they build confidence with listening, speaking, reading and writing in French proficiency;
• Reimbursement for obtaining French as a Second Language, Part 1 Additional Qualification;
• Central Board staff dedicated to supporting new FSL Teachers;
• Our FSL Teachers are passionate about the French language instruction and working collaboratively to share best practices;
• FSL Teachers have access to mentorship opportunities and resources to develop and strengthen their skills and expertise;

Our FSL Teachers contribute to a vibrant educational experience in our Core French and French Immersion programs; and

Our FSL Teachers influence the early development of French language ability in our Core French programs.

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For more information about our French programs, please visit the Board’s French as a Second Language Programs webpage.

The BHNCDSB is currently seeking French as a Second Language teachers for Permanent Contract, Long Term Occasional, and Occasional teaching positions in our Core French, French Immersion and Extended French programs. We welcome applications from Certified Teachers, as well as education students currently in their final year of study.

Applicants interested in French Immersion may be subject to a French Fluency assessment.

About Us :

As a Catholic Learning Community, the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board provides faith formation and academic excellence, which enables our graduates to live a life of love and service in Christ. The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board provides a Christ-centered education to approximately 12,000 students within 28 elementary schools, 3 secondary schools and a multisite Alternative Education school and 3 administrative offices.

The Board currently employs over 1500 permanent staff and approximately 350 casual and occasional staff which includes teachers who are supported by a team of consultants, principals and administrators and non-academic staff who work to ensure the best possible facilities, supports and resources are available to our students and the system. The Board encompasses the broad geographical area of the City of Brantford and the counties of Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk. We are located approximately one hour west of Toronto, one hour east of London and one hour south of Kitchener-Waterloo.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and our communities. We remain committed to upholding our Catholic values of equity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. Therefore, in pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the district in actualizing the Board’s Multi-Year Strategic Plan. We actively encourage applications from individuals from all groups and specifically those groups that may experience systemic barriers. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize our duty to accommodate and to foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with our Catholic social teachings and virtues, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for reasons of disability in the application or interview process, please email your request to [email protected] in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resource Services.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Rick Petrella Michael McDonald

Chair of the Board Director of Education & Secretary

BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Excellence in Learning ~ Living in Christ

322 Fairview Drive, P.O. Box 217, Brantford, ON N3T 5M8

T : 519-756-6369 E : [email protected]

www.bhncdsb.ca