Assistant Teacher

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Calgary French & International School Full time
REPORTS TO: Principal of Elementary / Coordinator of Embark
POSITION GROUP: Support Staff
STATUS: Temporary, Nov to June, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm


Calgary French & International School (CFIS) is a full French language immersion co-educational independent school, serving over 800 students from junior preschool through to Grade 12. For over 50 years, families have chosen CFIS because of our immersive French language learning environment that inspires children’s unique curiosity and exploration of the world around them.


Our dedicated faculty, staff and administration team partner with CFIS families to provide an extraordinary learning experience. Our students benefit from innovative teaching and learning approaches to address global challenges, and are empowered to take responsibility as open-minded, curious citizens who are prepared for the ever-changing world around them.



Job Description:

CFIS is seeking candidates for an Assistant Teacher in our Elementary Division for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. This position will work in our Embark Program, supporting students who are new to French Immersion in developing their French language skills (oral, reading, and writing). Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:


  • Assist in the implementation of the daily program and instructional activities.
  • Work with children individually or in small groups to develop knowledge and competencies in French language acquisition and literacy skills.
  • Provide thorough and active supervision of students at all times, and developmentally appropriate behavioural guidance.
  • Participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
  • Collaborate with team members for program implementation and development.
  • Support children’s ongoing development and growth, in alignment with best practices in French immersion education.
  • Supervise outdoor recess.
  • Maintain professional attitudes and loyalty to CFIS.
  • Participate in professional workshops or courses for the improvement French oral and literacy development.
  • Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees inside and outside of the school.
  • Follow directions given by homeroom teacher, Elementary leadership team; Coordinator of Embark Program, and Principal of Elementary Division.
  • Other duties as needed.


Qualifications:

  • Post secondary education in a related field is an asset.
  • Valid Standard Level B (Childcare) First Aid certification.
  • An understanding of the emergent curriculum model.
  • Fluent spoken French is required.

Prior experience providing academic support for children in Grades 1-3 is desirable. The successful applicant will need to provide, or have on file, an updated Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to commencing work.


Skills, Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required:

  • Awareness of best practices in French immersion education.
  • Sensitivity to the needs and feelings of others.
  • Warm, friendly, positive personality.
  • Ability to relate well to children and colleagues.
  • Exemplary communication skills.
  • Professionalism in dealing with all stakeholders.
  • Interpersonal skills that foster collegiality and blend with CFIS’s values, and Commitment to continuous learning and growth.



Compensation

As per the CFIS Hourly pay grid. Our benefits include:

  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Health and Wellness Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Benefit



Application Process

If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to Apply Now. At CFIS we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway with a cover letter and resume describing why you are a great fit and to help us learn more about you. You may be just the right candidate


This posting will close at 8:00 am on Friday, November 22, 2024.


We thank all applicants in advance for their submission.

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