Preschool Assistant Teacher

L; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement up to 5% match

Free French classes

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Membership with L’Alliance New York

Job summary

L’Alliance New York’s Language Center Preschool in Manhattan seeks a dedicated Full-Time Preschool Assistant Teacher for its French immersion program, serving children aged 2.5 to 5.5. You will support daily classroom activities, assist with curriculum, and help create a safe, welcoming learning environment in a bilingual setting.

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, collaborative with families, and committed to developing each child in French.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid U.S. work authorization.
• Be a French native speaker.
• Be comfortable communicating in English.
• High school diploma with some college credits (Bachelor’s degree with some education or early childhood credits preferred) and/or a DOH-approved study plan.
• Have at least 1 year of comparable experience in a French immersion or bilingual program.
• Vaccinations for MMR, varicella, pertussis, influenza and hepatitis B as per DOH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing the curriculum and preparing materials for lessons and activities.
• Supervise and engage children during play, circle time, meals, and outdoor activities.
• Ensure safety and remove hazards; observe and respond to injuries.
• Support daily routines: hygiene, transitions, and fostering autonomy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Help enforce rules, routines, and positive behavior management.
• Document children’s progress for assessments or reports.
• Communicate with parents under the lead teacher’s guidance.
• Replace the lead teacher in their absence when needed.
• Uphold school policies and philosophy; support remote/online learning when necessary.

Skills

French native speaker

English communication

Service-oriented attitude

Patience and nurturing

Education

High school diploma with some college credits

Bachelor’s degree with education/early childhood credits preferred

DOH-approved study plan

Job description

Job Title: Preschool Assistant Teacher

Department: Language Center Preschool, Manhattan

Reports To: Preschool Director

Designation: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $40,000.00-$46,350.00

Work Model: In-person

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Start Date: November 2026

To spread joie de vivre through language, culture, and connection!

Attracting over 150,000 visitors annually, L’Alliance New York is the city’s premier center for French language and francophone arts and cultures. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, L’Alliance New York’s mission is to provide our members and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world.

L’Alliance New York is internationally known for offering the largest selection of fully-immersive French language courses for students aged one to 101, and for its renowned cultural programming including the annual Bastille Day celebration that takes place on New York's famed Madison Avenue, attracting over 50,000 visitors each year; the Crossing The Line arts and performance festival that engages NYC cultural institutions in bringing dynamic international artists to audiences; Animation First, the biggest animation festival in the U.S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts.

Position Summary

L’Alliance Preschool is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Full-Time Preschool Assistant Teacher to join its Manhattan Preschool, a French immersion program designed for children ages 2.5 to 5.5. Working closely with the Preschool Head Teacher, the Assistant Teacher will support daily classroom activities, help implement the curriculum, and ensure a safe and welcoming environment where children can learn and grow. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and families, and is committed to supporting each child’s development in a French-speaking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing the curriculum and preparing materials for lessons, learning centers, and classroom activities.
• Supervise and engage children during play, circle time, meals, indoor and outdoor activities, and nap times.
• Ensure the physical safety of children by anticipating and removing hazards, observing children at play and rest, and responding appropriately to injuries.
• Support children with daily routines, including hygiene (toileting, handwashing, changing), transitions, and fostering autonomy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Help enforce rules, routines, and positive behavior management.
• Assist in documenting children’s progress for assessments, portfolios, or reports.
• Communicate with parents as needed, under the guidance of the lead teacher.
• Replace the lead teacher in their absence, or when they are in a meeting, as required.
• Respect and uphold the school’s philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Support remote or online learning when necessary.

The job description above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The person in this role will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the role and the overall business objectives of L’Alliance New York.

Who You Are

This role may be a great fit if:

• Passionate about early childhood education and enjoy working with young children.
• Patient, nurturing, and able to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Organized and proactive.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• A team player who communicates well with colleagues, parents, and children.
• Committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom.

Experience & Qualifications

• Must hold valid U.S. work authorization.
• Be a French native speaker.
• Be comfortable communicating in English.
• High school diploma with some college credits (Bachelor’s degree with some education or early childhood credits preferred) and/or a DOH-approved study plan.
• Have at least 1 year of comparable experience (French immersion or bilingual program).
• Service-oriented attitude.
• Ensuring compliance with DOH regulations by completing vaccinations for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella (chickenpox), pertussis (whooping cough), influenza, and hepatitis B.

Why Join Us

We offer a supportive, mission-driven work environment with generous benefits, including:

• Generous paid vacation and holiday package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with up to 5% employer match after 2 years
• Free French classes and discounted cultural programs
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (CBP) and flexible spending account (FSA)
• Complimentary L’Alliance New York membership

At L’Alliance New York, you’ll join a collaborative, multilingual team that values creativity, kindness, and cultural curiosity.

Employment at L’Alliance New York is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the organization may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out via the same email address.

L’Alliance New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.