Job Description

Schedule: 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Salary : $32-$34 per hour

Job Description:

• Plan a variety of engaging academic and enrichment activities in French for preschoolers during the afterschool program in collaboration with Lead teachers in order to ensure the cohesion of the program.
• Ensure a smooth transition between the extended day and the garderie classes. 
• Prepare and gather materials and supplies required for the daily programs.
• Differentiate lessons and activities as needed to ensure they are appropriate for students of various ages and abilities.
• Supervise associate teacher(s) during the afterschool program to ensure smooth operation.
• Assist and supervise children during all activities, ensuring their safety and engagement.
• Assist children with meal/snack time and clean-up, promoting healthy eating habits.
• Clean-up the site when children depart, inspecting and returning supplies to their appropriate places.
• Communicating effectively with parents and responding to concerns in an appropriate and timely manner. 
• Communicate effectively with lead and associate teachers to share feedback with families about the entire day. 

As Faculty Member:

• Working collegially in teams in ways that foster professional collaboration and exchange.
• Being readily available to students for extra help and guidance.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development 
• Committing yourself to our Workplace Operating Philosophy

Note: This position may require flexibility in schedule and additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School or designee.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, educational psychology, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood and general education theories.
• Ability to establish meaningful relationships with all students in ways that foster the development of the whole child.
• Ability to work with faculty in ways that nurture professional collaboration, exchange and growth.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Ability to design and implement innovative, engaging and age-appropriate curricula.
• Ability to employ a broad range of instructional strategies to address the varying needs of students.
• Ability to meet expectations of regular, predictable and reliable attendance.

About Smith Street Maternelle

Smith Street Arts et Lettres is a progressive French-American preschool-8the grade program located in Brooklyn, NY. Our bilingual curriculum emphasizes a Reggio-Emilia inspired, holistic approach to education. The importance of a child’s intellectual and creative life—of thought, curiosity, exploration, multilingualism, and artistic expression—infuses everything we do across all aspects of our curriculum. At Smith Street Arts & Lettres, we care deeply about creativity, inquiry, and multiculturalism. We are seeking full time French-speaking Lead Teachers for the 2023/24 academic year. We encourage you to visit us at or contact us at bonjour@smithstreetartsetlettres.org.

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