We are seeking part-time Associate Teachers for the upcoming school year, starting in August/September 2026.
Multiple part-time positions are available, from 15 to 25 hours per week, for morning and afternoon shifts.
Smith Street Maternelle is a progressive French-American preschool 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 Maternelle, we care deeply about creativity, inquiry, and multiculturalism. We encourage you to visit us at www.smithstreetmaternelle.com.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a part of our wonderful community!
Responsibilities
- In collaboration with a Lead Teacher, develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum that promotes literacy, numeracy, social-emotional skills, and physical development in French.
- Participate in the planning and execution of engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of preschool-aged children.
- Assist in managing classroom activities to ensure a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity and learning.
- Support children's social behavior through effective behavior management techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assist with classroom organization, including materials preparation, setup, and cleanup for daily activities.
- Foster French language development through interactive storytelling, songs, games, and conversation.
- Communicate as required with parents or guardians regarding children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Maintain compliance with childcare regulations and standards related to early childhood education and safety protocols.
Skills
- Full proficiency in French and comfortable communicative skills in English is required.
- Experience with curriculum development tailored for preschool or early childhood settings is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, including special education needs and early intervention strategies is preferred.
- Familiarity with literacy education, math instruction, Montessori methods, and classroom management techniques is preferred.
- Experience working with children across various age groups such as toddlers and preschoolers in daycare or private school environments is preferred.
- Ability to assist in implementing engaging lesson plans that incorporate physical education, arts, music, and other educational activities is preferred.
- Skills in behavior management to support positive social interactions among children.
- Compassionate approach to child welfare with a focus on creating a nurturing learning environment.
- This role is ideal for educators committed to fostering French-language literacy and supporting holistic child development within a dynamic preschool setting.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
