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Available positions at Les Petits Francophones.
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​Les Petits Francophones is currently looking for Early Childhood Educators to join our team as we are welcoming more families.

 

We are looking for: 1 Preschool Teacher: shift 9am-5:30pm

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  • Act as a team member to collaborate with fellow LPF staff to create an environment to reflect a passion for French, uphold the core values of NAEYC practices, and respect the cultural values and diversity of the children and families served.

  • Provide consistent, responsive, and respectful care to the children as a primary caregiver; and is responsible for the safety, care, supervision of all children in the preschool.

  • Develop and is responsible for the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

  • Efficiently manage the children and maintain age appropriate behavior in the classroom

  • Acts a role model for parents and children. S/he shares information about child development, is current on theories of useful early childhood practices, and encourages family participation in the classroom.

  • Attend meetings as directed by director

  • Participate in school functions that extend beyond normal school hours but are necessary for the welfare of the school, including but not limited to school tours and back-to-school nights.

 

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Experience in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, excellent written and verbal skills, and complete tasks independently and in a timely manner.

  • Exhibits and models a professional appearance and attitude. Must be a team player and flexible to changes when asked.

  • Bilingual in French/English. Ideally, French as a first language.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

 

  • 12 ECE units covering Child Development; Child, Family and Community; DAP Curriculum, with minimum 2 years teaching experience (less experience will be considered for the right candidate willing to be trained)

  • Or A.A. in Child Development or ECE or related field, plus 1 year of teaching experience,

  • Or B.A. in Child Development or ECE or related field, plus 1 year of teaching experience,

  • CPR and first aid certifications. Ideally, CPR training must be EMSA certified (these can be completed within 90 days of hire date)

 

COMPENSATION:

 

Competitive hourly rate ($21 to $30 depending on qualification and experience), overtime, healthcare insurance (including dental and vision, employer pays 90% of premium), paid holidays (including during school closures, about 5 weeks total), sick pay, tuition reimbursement is available for ongoing professional development, monthly lunch, eligible for health benefits after 90 days.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email cover letter highlighting your interest in our school and relevant experience to the role, resume and copies of your ECE transcripts to hiring@lespetitsfrancophones.org

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