Les Petites Pommes French Programs – 215 Cline Ave North, Hamilton

- Schedule: School Year: Monday to Thursday, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Fridays 12:00pm-6:00pm, Summer & PA Day Camps: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Hourly Wage: $24-$28/Hour
- Start Date: September 8th, 2026
- Job Type: Full time
- Includes Benefits
- Starts at 2 weeks vacation: (May, September, December)

About Us Les Petites Pommes is a joyful, inclusive French learning community offering tutoring, afterschool programs, and seasonal camps. We support students in building confidence through French while fostering meaningful relationships, curiosity, and compassionate communication. We welcome learners of all levels and pride ourselves on creating a warm, and professional environment for children and families alike.

Our core values include

- Compassionate Communication
- Big Dreams
- Safety & Inclusion
- Confidence Through French
- Creating Fun
- Practicing Presence

Position Summary We are seeking a passionate, organized, and energetic General Manager to oversee the smooth functioning of our core offerings: French tutoring, before & afterschool programs, and seasonal camps. This is a agile, hands-on leadership role that blends teaching, program management, client relations, and administrative oversight.

The ideal candidate is confident, resourceful, and brings a positive, can-do attitude to each day. You will be responsible for leading our team, maintaining strong relationships with families, ensuring every Les Petites Pommes experience is thoughtful, professional, and well-organized, while actively supporting students through engaging French programming.

The people who thrive on our team:

- Bring a positive mindset and an ability to create uplifting, inclusive spaces
- Are reliable, kind, and collaborative, contributing to a supportive and respectful team dynamic
- Take ownership of their actions, handle challenges with maturity, and focus on solutions—not blame
- Feel comfortable and respectful in Jewish settings and with LGBTQ+ inclusion
- Are confident in themselves and empowered to make positive changes for both students and the team
- Take initiative and come with creative ideas, especially for building community and connection
- Are resourceful—whether that means seeking out help, researching independently, or reaching out to networks and organizations for support
- Keep spaces clean, organized, and welcoming, and value predictability, structure,



and high academic standards
- Can write and speak clearly and professionally, and are comfortable using technology and digital tools to learn
- Are adaptable and flexible, especially in dynamic program environments
- Have a strong sense of joy, curiosity, and enthusiasm for their work with children, families, and peers
- Demonstrate patience and kindness in every interaction, understanding that nurturing growth takes time, presence, and care

If you're someone who sees teaching and working with youth as a meaningful way to lead with heart, creativity, and care—we think you'll feel at home here. Key ResponsibilitiesProgram & Operations Leadership

- Oversee the daily operations of tutoring, before & afterschool, and camp programs
- Manage staff schedules, program calendars, and daily logistics
- Ensure all programs reflect Les Petites Pommes values
- Support the growth and continuous improvement of all programs
- Develop and maintain consistent routines and systems across programs

Teaching & Student Engagement

- Lead engaging lessons and activities in tutoring, before & afterschool, and camp settings
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate programming rooted in student interests
- Adapt programming to meet the age, level, and needs of students
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where students build confidence through French
- Walk students safely from Cootes Paradise Elementary School to the program site each day
- Take accurate daily attendance and maintain all safety protocols

Communication & Client Relations

- Greet students and parents with warmth and professionalism each day
- Build and maintain positive relationships with families and partner schools
- Write parent update emails to keep families informed
- Respond to parent emails, phone calls, and messages in a timely manner
- Communicate regularly with Les Petites Pommes office staff and teaching team

Administration & Technology

- Use and maintain administrative platforms including:
- QuickBooks (invoicing, expense tracking, and basic reporting)
- Uplifter (client registration,



program schedules, and communication)
- TutorBird (tutoring scheduling and tracking)
- Communicate effectively using Slack, email, and other digital tools
- Maintain accurate digital records and support ongoing improvements to systems
- Learn and adapt to new software platforms as needed

Environment & Behaviour Management

- Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming classrooms and activity spaces
- Approach student behaviour with compassion, consistency, and clear expectations
- Set a positive tone with students, parents, and fellow team members

Requirements

- Bilingual in English and French (spoken French required)
- Experience working with children in educational or recreational settings
- Previous experience in education, tutoring, camp, program coordination, or a similar leadership role
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong digital literacy and professional communication skills
- Comfortable balancing hands-on teaching with administrative responsibilities
- Willingness to learn new software platforms and systems
- Familiarity with Ontario elementary school environments is an asset
- Available Monday to Thursday, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Fridays 12:00pm-6:00pm September through June (8:00 - 5:00pm on PA days and through the Summer)
- Able to walk students daily from Cootes Paradise Elementary School to the program site
- Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to consistency and follow-through
- Willing to complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) upon hire
- Standard First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)
- Credit check completed prior to start date
- Three professional references

To Apply

- Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to [email protected].
- Please submit a outlining one of that resonates with you and why, and something relevant you’d like to highlight on your resume that makes you particularly suited to be an awesome director at our summer camp.

We are looking for someone who is excited to build a long-term future with Les Petites Pommes and help shape the next chapter of our organization. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Manager and French Afterschool Educator (Canada)
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