Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: 40,000 to 75,000 depending on qualifications and experience
The Williston Northampton School is an independent co-educational boarding and day
school in Easthampton Massachusetts and is a culturally diverse educational community
serving grades 7-12. We are seeking a full-time French Teacher for the 2026-27school year. This position is responsible for teaching four sections of French in levels ranging from an introductory middle school course through AP French Language + Culture. The French Teacher is responsible for planning and developing course content to ensure the quality and continuity of the curriculum. This position includes involvement with two seasons of our afternoon athletics and extracurricular activities as well as student advising. Living on campus and working in the Schools residential life program may also be an option with this position. Driving a school minibus is an expectation of this position.
Strong candidates will have middle or high school French teaching experience, preferably within
an independent boarding school environment. A minimum of a bachelors degree in a relevant field is required; an advanced degree is preferred. The candidate will demonstrate a passion for the French language and culture, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, experience integrating educational technologies into the teaching environment, creativity, and strong writing and communication skills. Candidates must possess the flexibility, energy, commitment to teamwork, and appreciation for adolescents that life in an independent school boarding community requires. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply, especially if they possess an interest in continuous professional learning and developing pedagogy.
Candidates must be able to successfully complete the state-mandated CORI, as well as SORI, a general background check, and a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Candidates must also hold a valid drivers license. Please direct all inquiries, including a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three references to Chris Pelliccia, Dean of Faculty, through the link provided. Full benefit and retirement plan eligibility. EOE Non-smoking campus.