An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and passionate French teacher to join the Wenona academic team and inspire our young women through dynamic classroom practice, refined professional knowledge and a commitment to high performance. Wenona aims to encourage, challenge, extend and nurture each student in a way that allows her to achieve her full potential. To achieve this, Wenona prides itself on attracting intelligent, inspiring and motivated employees who serve to role model strong, positive relationships and is committed to fostering an environment where all staff are passionate about refining their skills and pursuing a love of learning. The Position All students at Wenona study a Language from K-10. The role of French Teacher is a rewarding opportunity to inspire in our students a love of the French language and ensure that further momentum develop behind the languages into the future. Wenona has a large Languages program with classes at Stage 6 in most of our 5 languages, including Extension level classes. Key priorities for the role include: Teach and aspire to the standards articulated in the Wenona Effective Teaching Cycle in collaboration with our team of professional educators Planning and implementing authentic assessments that informs teaching and learning Providing pastoral care and meeting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of young people Facilitate and enrich student learning and engagement in the classroom and beyond This role is full-time temporary maternity leave cover to commence in Term 1 2024 for a period of 9 months. This role requires the successful applicant to be NESA accredited, hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check and to be fully COVID vaccinated. Wenona supports both academic and professional services staff to develop their expertise through initiatives such as Wenona Teaching Fellowships, Seeding Grants and ongoing outstanding professional learning that develops and supports career development into the future. For more details about the role and requirements, please refer to the attached role description. About You To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about the French Language with experience in teaching the French Language across Years 7-12, including Beginners, Continuers and Extension courses. You will be creative, flexible and have excellent communication skills with an ability to engage and communicate with various stakeholders. You will be capable of working collaboratively within a team environment and be committed to supporting the values of Wenona as you undertake your role. Application Process Applications should be submitted via Greenhouse and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees. Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. (http://www.kids.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/New Working-With-Children-Check/New-Working-with-Children-Check). Closing Date 11:59pm, Sunday 15 October, 2023