Job Description

As a growing and diverse by design school community, we are committed to learning, being receptive to feedback, and collaborating with all stakeholders to shape a rigorous, joy-filled, and equitable learning environment. We guide our students to think critically and independently, and we teach a rich curriculum that nurtures students' natural curiosity about the world.

Role and Responsibilities

The duties of the teacher may include, but are not limited to the following tasks:

Instruction

• Providing science instruction to students in grades in High School
• Willingly assisting the instructional process in its many forms
• Supporting school-wide instructional initiatives
• Implementing French Ministry of Education Science curriculum along with Louisiana Science Standards
• Gathering student data through observation, dialogue, testing tools, etc., and designing strategies to meet student needs
• Create daily lesson plans and learning activities for students based on national, local and school standards in science education and research and knowledge of developmental behaviors
• Design and deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussion, demonstrations, labs, and projects using a variety of proven methods
• Differentiate lessons when needed to give all students access to the curriculum regardless of disability, instructional level, English proficiency or level of interest in the subject
• Evaluate student performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks or other standard test practices
• Improve skills and knowledge in teaching by regularly taking classes, attending workshops and discovering new methods of delivering exciting content to students.
• Maintaining an accurate and current gradebook, tracking student data, and drafting report cards.
• Conducting school-wide benchmark and state assessments

Community-Based Learning Initiatives

• Assisting in the delivery of curriculum that utilizes community resources to enrich the learning experiences of students
• Planning and chaperoning field trips and projects related to Lycee's Thinking Outside the Classroom Program

Other Duties

• Effectively communicating with school administrators, teachers, student service personnel, parents regarding student performance and plans for improvement
• Participating in SBLC, IEP, and 504 meetings as needed
• Supporting students and administration in Positive Behavior Intervention and Support philosophy
• Assisting students in adopting a behavior conducive to success in the classroom setting
• Participating in faculty meetings and professional learning communities meetings
• Assisting in orientation and open houses if requested
• Modeling non-discriminatory practices in all activities
• Performing other job related functions as may be assigned
• Being punctual, reviewing and following all Staff Handbook policies and procedures

Expectations, Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Experience in instruction in an elementary, middle, or secondary school setting
• Flexibility and a team-spirit work ethic
• Well developed interpersonal skills
• Remaining current with Louisiana Student Standards and other instructional requirements
• Ability to work in a diverse environment with a multicultural team
• Ability to learn and adapt to new curriculum (French Ministry of Education science curriculum)

Preferred Qualifications

• Louisiana Certification
• Three or more years teaching experience
• Fluency in French
• Experience in differentiating instruction and supporting students with learning challenges.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at LFNO

Lycée is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, both through our hiring practices and our focus on creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our daily practices. LFNO staff represent a wide diversity of racial, cultural, socio-economic, gender, religious, and national identities--opening a window to the entire LFNO community on the richness of humanity. We welcome all applicants who share our mission and vision to join us in our consequential work.

Job descriptions are created to provide a framework of responsibilities and are not inclusive of all duties that may be required. LFNO employees embody an all hands on deck mentality and do whatever it takes to get the job done regardless of title.

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