Newstead Academy Markham is looking for a friendly, energetic, and responsible French-Speaking Program Assistant to join our team.

This is a excellent prospect for someone who speaks French and enjoys working with young children. Previous teaching or childcare experience is not required. Training, lesson plans, and teaching materials will be provided.

The successful candidate will support our school programs and help introduce French to young children through simple, engaging activities such as songs, stories, games, vocabulary, movement, and conversation.

Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of French activities for children ages 2–6
Introduce basic French vocabulary and everyday expressions through play and conversation
Lead simple French songs, stories, games, and group activities
Follow lesson plans and program materials provided by Newstead Academy
Prepare materials and resources for classroom activities
Assist teachers with classroom projects and special programs
Help create an engaging, positive, and welcoming learning environment
Interact with children in a warm, patient, and enthusiastic manner
Support school events, enrichment programs, and other program-related activities




Work collaboratively with teachers and the school leadership team

Qualifications
Comfortable communicating in French
Positive English communication skills
Enjoys working with young children
Friendly, energetic, patient, and dependable
Willing to learn and participate in training
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Previous experience in childcare, camps, tutoring, customer service, recreation, or education is an asset, but not required

Students and recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Work Location

This position may require you to work at either of our Richmond Hill or Markham campuses, depending on program and staffing needs.

Position: Full time / Part-Time

If you speak French, enjoy working with children, and are interested in joining a growing educational environment, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: $18.24-$26.23 per hour

Benefits
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Application question(s):
How would you describe your French-speaking ability?
What is your expected hourly wage for this position?

Work Location: In person

📌 French Program Assistant Administrator Markham
🏢 Newstead Education
📍 Markham