High School French Teacher

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day. 

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced French Teacher commencing Term 1, 2027 on a full-time ongoing basis. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, will show independent initiative and will have a thorough knowledge of the NSW K-10 Modern Languages syllabus and NESA Stage 6 French syllabuses. Successful experience in teaching Stage 6 courses      is essential. The candidate will have a strong understanding of French culture and the ability to inspire students’ love of learning, using differentiation and technology to deliver authentic and meaningful learning experiences.

Our French language teacher candidate will have a strong academic background, be an exemplary role model of professionalism and collegiality, and will perform their role with integrity, enthusiasm and energy.

To be considered for this role, candidates must hold an appropriate tertiary qualification and be fluent in the language(s) taught.

We are a child safe organisation and are committed to meeting Child Safe Standards and maintaining a child-safe environment.

Benefits:

In return for your skills and experience you will:

• work in a large faculty of dynamic, growth-oriented and high performing languages teachers.

• participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term.

• enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.

• benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.

• Have opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences.

• experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus. 

• have access to the Employee Assistance Program.

• have access to our Fitness Passport program.

• have access to discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

Application Details:

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the teaching position requirements.

• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications.

• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.

• copies of related academic qualifications and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated.

• proof of identity will be required.

• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.

• NESA Accreditation number and details.

• NESA Summary Statement.

Closing Date:  Friday, 4 September 2026

• Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

• Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted.

• IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.