Vous aimez travailler avec les enfants? Vous êtes bilingue?
Mes Amis Preschool, located within École St. Matthew School in Saskatoon, is seeking a bilingual preschool teacher for a one-year maternity leave position beginning September 2026. This role reports to a volunteer parent board that operates the preschool.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must:
Be fluent in French; and
Have an early childhood education background. Post-secondary Early Childhood Education (ECE) training and experience will be considered an asset.
Additional requirements:
Valid First Aid certification
Criminal record check
Strong communication skills are essential, as the teacher will regularly liaise with families and the parent board.
About the Role
This is a unique chance for a motivated educator who enjoys working with young children and values creativity and independence in the classroom. The successful candidate will have flexibility to adapt the existing classroom setting and incorporate their own teaching style, while building on current lesson plans.
The teacher will support the learning and development of three- and four-year-olds through a play-based, developmentally appropriate program.
Key Responsibilities
Foster an interest in the French language through activities, stories, and songs
Support the development of French oral communication skills and comprehension
Provide opportunities for language and literacy development in both French and English
Encourage creativity, individuality, and self-expression
Promote social development through cooperation, sharing, and play
Support fine and gross motor skill development through structured and free play
Cultivate an appreciation for art, music, and reading
Help children build confidence and recognize their value as individuals
Increase awareness of the world through classroom experiences and field trips
Position Details
Job Type: Contract (8 months, maternity leave coverage. May extend further)
Schedule: ~24 hrs/week. Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:45 AM – 3:30 PM, Tuesday/Thursday: 8:45 AM – 11:30 AM, following the Catholic school calendar
Work Location: In person
Dress Code: Casual
This position offers a supportive community workplace and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.