Modern Languages Teacher at York Steiner School

Modern Languages Teacher-York Steiner School 

York Steiner School is a diverse community with an International Outlook. We are passionate about opening up the world to our children both linguistically and culturally. We offer French as the core language from class 1 -8  within the curriculum in dedicated language slots on the timetable. We are now looking to enhance our 2nd language provision. We are looking for a teacher of German and/or Spanish.

We are looking for an MFL teacher who can teach engaging and dynamic lessons across the age range. For the younger age group, Classes 3 + 4 (Years 4 + 5) the focus would be immersive learning through speaking, listening, reading, songs and games so that our children have a feel for the language. For our older children, Class 5- 8 (Years 6-9), we would aim to build on these skills, introducing writing activities and deepening their grammatical awareness.

We are opening an Upper School in 2024 with our first year 10 class so there is scope for this role to increase year on year as the upper end of the school grows.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant educational environment with a holistic and child centred approach. We welcome natives and non-natives with a high level of fluency who are aligned with the Steiner Ethos and who want to join an inclusive, supportive community of staff and parents. 

Hours: Initially the role will be 12 hours a week (0.34  FTE) - £21,000 - £28,000 Actual Salary £7140-£9520

Below, you will find information specifically about this role and about the school in general. We ask that you read the job description and person specification carefully and demonstrate on the application form how your skills and experience match what we are looking for.

Person Specification

Ideally the successful candidate would be trained as a Steiner Waldorf teacher. However, we welcome candidates who are aligned with the Steiner Ethos from state or independent school backgrounds who are willing to learn. A teaching qualification would be desirable but not essential. 

The successful candidate will be:

• fluent in the languages they offer
• interested in the  Steiner-Waldorf Approach
• organised and responsible
• able to work both as part of a close-knit team and on their own initiative
• self-motivated
• flexible and have a positive attitude to work
• a good communicator, with children, parents and colleagues.

Duties and responsibilities

 The language teacher will:

• Report to the Head Teacher
• Ensure that all lessons are planned appropriately with clear learning objectives, taking into account the needs of individual children.
• Ensure that good study habits are developed in the class
• Maintain discipline so that the learning objectives of the class are met
• Give feedback and evaluate pupils’ work as appropriate
• Take part in the appraisal of his/her own work performance
• Keep written records of children’s progress
• Liaise with the class teacher with regard to progress and behaviour of the children
• Organise materials for class use
• Monitor and keep to agreed budgets.
• Prepare individual end of year reports for all children taught
• Complete additional duties pro-rata including break/lunch 
• Cover for absent colleagues when possible.
• Attend staff meetings whenever possible.
• Liaise with the SENDCO regarding any child with SEN
• Attend staff training days
• Any other duties which may occasionally be required.

Holidays : 28 days (inclusive of bank holidays) pro rata, to be taken during the school holidays in the first year, increasing to 33 days pro rata after 3 years.

The successful candidate will find York Steiner School an incredibly rewarding and enjoyable place to work. I look forward to receiving your application.

York Steiner School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

York Steiner School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that every job applicant or employee receives equal treatment irrespective of sex, marital status, age, race, nationality, disability, sexuality or religious belief

York Steiner School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. York Steiner School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that every job applicant or employee receives equal treatment irrespective of sex, marital status, age, race, nationality, disability, sexuality or religious belief