All candidates must have: Excellent communication skills in English and a native or near-native level of fluency in French. A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent. The ability to demonstrate status as a Highly Qualified Teacher as defined by No Child Left Behind. Candidates without an Oregon State teaching license must have passing scores on the ORELA Multiple Subjects Test or the NES Elementary Education Test. Knowledge of language acquisition and language immersion education. Successful classroom experience in an early childhood or elementary setting. Strong classroom management skills. Permission to work in the United States. The ability to pass a criminal background check clearing them to work in a school setting. A willingness to go above and beyond to ensure the success of Le Monde students. Ideal candidates have: A Master’s Degree or its equivalent in a related field. A current Oregon State teaching license. At least two years of full-time teaching experience as a lead teacher, preferably in a language immersion setting with elementary-aged children.

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS · Manages an organized and professional classroom that is conducive to learning and the development of the whole child. · Fosters a cooperative and respectful partnership with families. · Works as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators and administrators to carry out the goals of Le Monde. · Continues intellectual and professional development. · Follows policies and standards established by Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School, Portland Public Schools, and the Oregon Department of Education, except where Le Monde has received waivers. · Carries out other duties as assigned. HOW TO APPLY Candidates interested in being part of the Le Monde Immersion teaching staff for the 2014-2015 school year are invited to submit an application packet. Please include the following documents and information in English, except as noted: · Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Application form available on Le Monde website (lemondeimmersion.org) · Cover Letter (please include two copies: one in French and one in English) · Résumé · Three letters of recommendation in French or English · One of the following: Copy of Oregon State teaching license or documentation of passing score(s) on either the ORELA Multiple Subjects Test or the NES Elementary Education Test , or a statement that details when the aforementioned requirements will be fulfilled. · Non-U.S. citizens are to include evidence that they (will) have permission to work in the United States at the time of hire. · Candidates holding diplomas and degrees from outside the U.S. are to show that their credentials will be or have been evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.