Lead Teacher (Preschool to JK) – 2022/23

Job Description

CFIS is seeking candidates for Anticipatory Lead Teacher positions in Early Childhood Education for the 2022-2023 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 and requirements

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Certification with a minimum of Level 2 Child Care Worker is required,
• Valid Standard Level B (Childcare) First Aid certification;
• An understanding of the emergent curriculum model; and
• 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 an updated Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (two shots approved by Health Canada) 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.