Calgary, AB
Anticipatory: Lead Teachers (Preschool to JK)
Calgary French & International School (CFIS) is a full French language immersion co-educational independent school, serving nearly 730 students from 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
REPORTS TO: Principal of Early Childhood Education
POSITION GROUP: Faculty
STATUS: Ten month, Full, Temporary & Probationary
Job Description:
CFIS is seeking candidates for anticipatory Lead Teacher positions in Early Childhood Education for the 2023-2024 school year. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Develop the preschool and/or junior kindergarten programs following an emergent curriculum model, based on observations and developmental needs, interests and abilities of the children;
- Adhere to best instructional practices in early childhood and French immersion education;
- Implement and evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly program plans;
- Act as a model of early childhood knowledge, practice, and professionalism;
- Facilitate language, social, cognitive, emotional, creative, and physical development of the children;
- Actively supervise the children and guide their behaviour;
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment;
- Communicate with parents in regard to children’s progress, needs, and routines;
- Assess and document children’s academic and developmental progress;
- Attend divisional and school-wide staff meetings and events;
- Represent their grade levels and the early childhood division in school and divisional committees and initiatives;
- Participate in professional workshops or courses for the improvement of Early Childhood Education;
- Collaborate with ECE team members for program implementation and development;
- Form collaborative partnerships with families and participate in parent teacher interviews;
- Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees inside and outside of the school;
- Follow directions given by Coordinator of Licensing, Principal of Early Childhood Education, and their designates;
- Other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Education certification with a minimum of Level 2 Child Care Worker required;
- Valid Standard Level B (Childcare) First Aid certification;
- An understanding of the emergent curriculum model;
- Fluent spoken French is required.
Prior experience with children aged 3-5 is required and experience in a licensed or accredited early childhood setting is desirable. The successful candidate 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;
- Awareness of licensing requirements in early childhood programs;
- 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.
Salary:
As per the CFIS Lead Teacher salary grid.
Posting Closes:
If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to Apply Now. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. 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!
We thank all applicants in advance for their submission. Posting closes: 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
Qualifications and requirements
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Education certification with a minimum of Level 2 Child Care Worker required;
- Valid Standard Level B (Childcare) First Aid certification;
- An understanding of the emergent curriculum model;
- Fluent spoken French is required.
Prior experience with children aged 3-5 is required and experience in a licensed or accredited early childhood setting is desirable. The successful candidate 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;
- Awareness of licensing requirements in early childhood programs;
- 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.
Salary:
As per the CFIS Lead Teacher salary grid.
Posting Closes:
If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to Apply Now. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. 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!
We thank all applicants in advance for their submission. Posting closes: 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.