• • Description

    
    

    Why extraordinary teachers teach at LFNO
    Lycée is a Type II charter school in New Orleans, building to be the only PreK4-12th public, accredited French school by
    2023. 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.
    
    
    Specifications
    LFNO is seeking an Middle school English teacher to share our mission of academic excellence, to empower students to
    live inspired and purposeful lives.
    We value teachers who truly listen to students and community members, who create a space for students to think their
    way through answers, and who encourage student insights and curiosities throughout the learning process. We value
    educators with a desire for feedback and professional growth, and a dedication to excellence.
    Our teachers embrace a positive approach to restorative discipline, a desire to improve practices, and an overall
    commitment to helping students succeed through multiple pathways.
    
    
    Responsibilities
    The Middle school English teacher will deliver engaging lessons that follow rigorous, standards-aligned English
    curriculum and support elements of the LA history curriculum in collaboration with the Social Studies instructor.
                    maintain accurate and current grades.
                    trauma-informed instruction. (LFNO is a PBIS school).
                challenges.
    
    
    Staff collaboration and reporting relationships
    
    
  • •  Use formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standards;
  • • Target instruction in students’ development of reading, writing, critical thinking, and oral language skills.
    •  Shape culturally-responsive and anti-racist learning experiences through the lens of D.E.I.
    •  Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of restorative justice and
  • •  Establish and maintain strong relationships with a diverse population of students, families, and colleagues.
    •  Thrive while collaborating and receiving feedback from colleagues and stakeholders.
    • ? Accept ultimate responsibility for the academic progress of students, and work actively to overcome
  • • Participate in Student Assistance Team (SAT) meetings as needed.
    •  Participate in faculty meetings and professional learning/collaborative work sessions.
    •  Perform other job related functions as may be assigned, be punctual, and review/follow all Staff Handbook
    • policies and procedures.
  • •  Middle school teachers primarily plan and deliver instruction across one or two grade levels; the team works
    • collaboratively with all grade level colleagues to scaffold instruction and guide departmental goals.
    • The Middle school ELA teacher will work closely with the Social Studies teachers as well as departmental and
    • grade level colleagues.
    • LFNO is a culturally diverse workplace; collaboration, empathy, and cooperation are essential at all levels.

Requirements

• Qualifications
  
  
  Preferred:
  Experience teaching in urban or multicultural areas
  Louisiana teaching certification
  Master’s Degree in related field
  Knowledge or interest in French language and culture
• • Bachelor's degree (if not certified, agrees to work towards certification)
  • The ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, engaged, and academically challenged.
  • Teaching experience in English and/or social studies.
  • Passion for teaching students in underserved areas and commitment to closing the “opportunity” gap.
  • Strong collaboration, self-awareness, and teamwork skills.
  • Desire to set and achieve goals, and work to improve systems as part of a “growing” school.
  • Growth mindset and ability to use feedback and data to improve practice.

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.