French Teacher

St. Mary's AcademyCareer OpportunityFrench TeacherStart date: September 2026Full Time, Term position until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extensionAt St. Mary’s Academy, our mission is to nurture young women in spirit, mind and body, so that each student reaches her full potential as an individual created in God’s image. Our teachers are part of a consultative, collaborative community of professionals who strive to meet the needs of current learners in an ever-changing world. SMA believes in teaching and learning to increase student engagement; enhance student skills in critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration; and we support continuous learning and development of our faculty.Professional ExpectationsExhibit a commitment to the use of differentiated and innovative instructional practices and tools that enhance deep, relevant and lifelong learningIncorporate a wide variety of assessment strategies in determining students’ achievement of curricular outcomes and provide effective feedback in both formative and summative formsBe receptive to guidance and support on holistic teaching pedagogy which is consistent with SNJM values and principlesMentor students to become strong and confident with the capacity to meet challenges and be contributing members and leaders in their communityFoster student success in curricular areas, and through co-curricular and extra-curricular involvementDemonstrate meaningful participation in a professional growth and learning process for both short-term and long-term professional developmentWork in consultation and collaboration with other teachers to ensure program consistency and to explore topics that can be cross-curricular in natureWork in consultation and collaboration with student support team members to provide a program of excellence for all learnersMaintain open lines of communication with families to ensure that we are all working in partnership on behalf of the learnerPosition Overview• Grades 7 - 10 French Communication & Culture (Basic French)• Preferred minimum of three years’ experience in the aforementioned curricular areas• Eligible for teaching certification in ManitobaCore Competencies• Faith Foundation • Mission Driven • Collaboration • Balanced PerspectivePosition Competencies• Proficiency in French (oral and written) • Innovation/Creativity • Consultative Skills • Building Rapport • Student Awareness • High Energy Level • Flexibility/Adaptability • Attention to Detail • Integrity • Personal Work Ethic • Organizing/Planning Ability • Problem Solving/ Decision Making • Technical Knowledge and Proficiency, including the use of Office 365 products in a BYOD environment • Initiative • Leadership Skills • Oral and Written Communication • Interpersonal Relations and Teamwork Skills • Listening Skills • Compassion • EmpathyHow to ApplyInterested candidates are asked to email cover letter, résumé and pastor’s reference (or an alternative reference) to Administrative Team at Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Interviews will commence upon receipt of applications We welcome and encourage all inquiries and interest as we are looking for teaching and learning professionals to join the Academy. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. All applicants are thanked for their interest; those being considered will be contacted. All applications will be held in confidence.