French Language Educator at Standard Bearers School (SBS)

Standard Bearers School emerged during a challenging era in Nigeria’s educational landscape marked by a decline in the quality of education amidst a proliferation of schools. Founded on January 7th, 1997, SBS was conceived with a dedicated team of educators and a small group of students. The vision behind SBS was to establish a school that values both academic excellence and creativity equally.

SBS transcends the conventional definition of a school; it is a tight-knit family offering a comprehensive educational experience for parents seeking a technologically advanced, 21st-century learning environment for their children. We function as a community of lifelong learners who not only recognize but celebrate the unique worth of each individual, supporting them on their journey of self-discovery. At SBS, our commitment remains steadfast. We aspire to provide our students with a robust foundation and a promising start in life. Our educational approach focuses on nurturing independence, confidence, and responsibility, guiding our students to evolve into valuable, responsible members of our community.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: French Language Educator

Location: Lekki 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As a French Language Educator at Standard Bearers School, you will play a crucial role in shaping the linguistic and cultural competency of our primary school students.
• Your responsibilities will include instructing students in both spoken and written French, designing engaging lesson plans, conducting assessments, and fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
Assessment and Lesson Planning:

• Evaluate the language capabilities of students and develop tailored lesson plans and curricula.
• Design and implement innovative teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Instruction and Communication:

• Proficiently articulate and explain French words, phrases, and grammar rules to students.
• Provide constructive feedback and recommendations to students for continuous improvement.

Cultural Engagement:

• Organize conversational classes and cultural events to immerse students in the richness of French language and culture.
• Create opportunities for students to interact with French-speaking communities and enhance their cultural awareness.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
• Handle administrative tasks related to classroom management and organization.

Resource Development:

• Conduct research to create effective learning materials, language games, and teaching aids.
• Utilize a variety of in-class activities, online resources, and platforms to facilitate a blended learning environment.

Language Tiers:

• Teach various tiers of the French language to accommodate students with different proficiency levels.

Assessment and Feedback:

• Develop and grade both informal and formal written and oral assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in French Language or Literature.
• A Degree in Education or a teaching certificate may be required.
• Proven proficiency in both oral and written French.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other learning software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Patience, resilience, and innovative thinking.
• Good administration skills.

Application Closing Date
22nd Janaury, 2024.