French Language Teacher

Terra Early Learning is a community-minded early years centre with a progressive educational approach. Our mission is to co-create an environment where students experience what it means to conserve Earth’s natural resources, so we can leave our planet sustainable for all living things now, and in the future.

Education for Sustainability is woven into all aspects of our engaging, authentic, and experiential curriculum of inquiry, outdoor learning, play-based learning, and Montessori. Our program is integrated to tailor to students’ individual needs with an intentional focus on children’s social-emotional development, health, and well-being.

**The Opportunity**

The esteemed members of our school community bring with them diverse experiences, unique perspectives, and varied educational backgrounds. Every individual on our team is valued, heard, and respected. We work collectively to achieve our mission, while embodying our values in everything that we do.

**The Role**

As a French Language Teacher, you will:

- Create, plan, and organize daily instruction for French: listening, writing, speaking, and singing for children ages 2.5 to 5 years.
- Provide learning experiences and opportunities to our young children, with a commitment to uphold our mission and vision towards sustainable living.
- Develop a strong understanding of Terra’s school culture, and what sets us apart from other early learning centres.
- Establish loving, positive, safe and secure relationships with the children.
- Nurture to children’s individual physical, social-emotional, and mental wellness needs.
- Connect and engage in collaborative partnerships with fellow educators, colleagues, leaders, families, and the greater community.
- Prepare the classroom to ensure a clean and safe environment, including the organization of classroom materials.
- Plan, implement, and organize a program in-line with Terra Early Learning’s curriculum.
- Provide age-appropriate activities to support the development of children’s social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical growth.
- Document children’s learning progress and communicate with families/caregivers and colleagues regarding children’s development and progress.

**The Qualifications**

As a French Language Teacher, you have:

- A clear Criminal Record Check
- A valid Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B Certification
- A valid Early Childhood Certification (preferred)
- Canadian citizenship and/or legally permitted to work in Canada
- Strong communication skills; spoken and written in English
- Native or near-native proficiency in the French language
- A high level of responsibility and accountability
- A commitment to learn, apply, champion, and embody Terra’s Values and Mission
- A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Have a passion for building and maintaining relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- A growth mindset, recognizing opportunities for learning and growth daily
- Experience, knowledge in education for sustainable development is an asset
- Ability to thrive in a creation, growth-stage environment

**Commitment**
- 10 to 15 hours per month
- Weekly shifts between Monday to Friday
- Estimated start of position in early 2024
- Permanent

**The Perks**

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Terra Early Learning:

- Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience
- Growth mindset environment

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Application question(s):

- Are you legally able to work in Canada?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- teaching: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- ECE Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person