Part-time Assistants for Kids' Summer Program

POSITION

Part-time Assistants for children/teens - Summer 2026

REPORTS TO

Director of Education, Youth Programs Manager

DESCRIPTION

Do you love working with young children and bringing language learning to life? We are looking for part-time classroom assistants to support teachers for our Summer immersion program for children & teens. The ideal candidate can create supportive, fun, and engaging environment for children (ages 3-9 and teens 12-15) to develop their French language skills and broaden their cultural horizons. Assistants will help with themed weekly activities that promote language learning through structured lessons that include games, arts and crafts, music, cooking and light physical activity.
Enjoy perks such as complimentary membership to the French Library and a commuter stipend to help support transportation costs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced proficiency in French
• Dynamic, enthusiastic, conscientious, creative, team-player
• Able to develop a rapport with children ages 3-9, colleagues and parents
• Able to provide logistical support to teachers in a children’s class
• Efficient and concise in communication
• Experience working with young children / teens in a classroom, camp, or similar setting.
• Must understand and practice full immersion
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills and ability to resolve conflicts diplomatically
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and comfort using technology that supports learning

REQUESTED AVAILABILITY

• Monday - Friday weekly commitment from June 22 to August 28; 8:45am - 4:15pm - whole summer preferred but candidates available for several weeks will also be considered.
  

COMPENSATION

Part-time position varying between 15-30 hours per week: $17/hour

DEADLINE TO APPLY

On a rolling basis.
To apply for this position, please submit both your resume with two (2) professional references and cover letter written in French to youthprograms@frenchlibrary.org with subject: SIF26 Assistant (ignore the "apply for this position" below!). Please note that the candidate must be local or able to commute to work. No visa sponsorship is available for this position; applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Starting date: June 22, 2025, but must be available for training prior to beginning of program.