English Teacher (Maternelle) at French… · Portland

English Teacher (Maternelle) 

2026–2027 School Year

Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Maternelle Division Head 
Start Date: August 2026

About FI (French International)
French International School of Oregon develops curious and critical thinkers through an immersive multilingual curriculum. We foster an inclusive community that values diverse perspectives and encourages collaboration, inquiry, and growth. Our small classes, fluent-speaking teachers, and forested campus create a supportive environment for students and staff alike.

Position Summary

FI is seeking a fluent English-speaking educator to join our Maternelle teaching team. Teachers organize and implement instructional programs that support the mission of the school and help students develop and fulfill their potential in a multilingual, multicultural environment. Maternelle English teachers work collaboratively with French homeroom teachers, specialists, student support staff, and the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Coordinator to deliver an engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experience grounded in both U.S. standards and the IB PYP framework, while supporting alignment with the French National Curriculum. This is a full-time, on-campus position with minimum hours of 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., outside of collaboration and meeting times.

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and implement instructional plans aligned with the school’s curriculum, U.S. teaching standards, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, and division expectations.
• Prepare yearly progression plans and unit plans.
• Collaborate with French teachers, specialists, and student support staff to develop and implement interdisciplinary units of inquiry.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs, levels, and learning styles of students.
• Foster a learning environment grounded in respect, inclusion, and appreciation of differences.
• Create a dynamic, child-centered classroom environment that promotes curiosity, growth, and student success.
  

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate clearly and professionally (in English and, when applicable, French) with administrators, colleagues, students, and families.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student attendance, performance, and progress; share updates with families and administrators as required.
• Report academic or behavioral concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and division leadership as part of an international teaching team.
• Share knowledge, support, and communication effectively with teaching assistants and colleagues to maintain a healthy work environment.
• Attend all required meetings, including faculty, divisional, grade-level, and collaborative planning meetings.

Teaching & Professional Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the life of the school, including meetings, committees, and community events.
• Supervise students appropriately both on and off campus, including during field trips, overnight excursions, recess, lunch, and school-sponsored activities.
• Co-teach and collaborate in a variety of learning environments, including classrooms, library spaces, maker spaces, and outdoor learning environments.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching practice and support the school’s mission.
  
• Maintain required certifications and trainings, including Oregon Child Care Division Central Background Registry, Food Handler, CPR/First Aid, and Oregon Registry Online (ORO) requirements, if applicable.
• Ability to move around the campus and transport instructional materials as needed; reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Teaching certificate.
• Three years of teaching experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively on teams and within school-wide initiatives.
• Certification to teach the French national curriculum (France or another recognized francophone country).
• Fluent French speaker (spoken and written). 
• Sufficient English proficiency to communicate professionally with colleagues and parents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of teaching experience.
• Experience in international or bilingual schools.
• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) or Middle Years Programme (MYP) experience.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Demonstrated intercultural fluency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Additional Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and work independently when needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build effective relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Familiarity with technology tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and learning management platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

FI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Compensation based on experience and education according to the FI salary scale.
• Generous school-year holiday breaks (winter, spring, and all scheduled closures), in addition to comprehensive sick leave and PTO benefits.
• Health insurance coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
  • FI covers 100% of the employee’s base medical premium.
  • Employees pay the premium for any dependents and for any buy-up plan options.
• Dental and basic life insurance coverage.
• Tuition remission for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) retirement plan. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits and supplemental options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in employment or in the administration of any of our programs.