Full-time Preschool Assistant Teacher Job Opening

Position Title: Assistant Teacher (Preschool), Full Time
Reports to: Teacher
Position begins August 22, 2019

Hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience; benefits are included.

Workload will not exceed 35 hours/week including classroom preparation student supervision
and occasional meetings.

POSITION SUMMARY
Assistant Teachers play an important role by working in partnership with both the French
program teacher and English program teacher. The Assistant Teacher needs to be bilingual in
French and English. Assistant Teachers help to implement the curriculum, provide supervision,
and maintain the classroom. They should be aware of, support, comply with and implement all
school and personnel policies and procedures as described in the Employee Handbook.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Previous experience in education is a plus.
A minimum of a 30 hours of basic STARS training or willingness to obtain within 6 months
Must have First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogen training or willingness to obtain within 6 months
WA State Food Handler Permit
Negative TB Test
Applicants must pass Department of Early Learning background check.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
Follow DEL requirements
 Follow instructions given by the teachers of the French and English programs.
 Assist the teacher during emergency procedures, (i.e. earthquake, lockdown, fire drill)
 Stay with the students at all times
 Demonstrate responsible behavior towards attendance and work schedule
 Be knowledgeable of and follow School policies and procedures as described in the

Employee Handbook
 Assist in preparing the learning environment, setting up activity centers and preparing

needed material and supplies in advance as instructed by the teacher. Class preparation is
done at a time when the Employee in not responsible for supervising the students 

Assist students in following programs, strategies, exercises and materials
identified/developed and introduced by the teacher 

Provide feedback to the supervisory teacher on his/her observations of students 

Help implement the teacher’s goals for the class community, as well as the teacher’s goals
for the social and emotional development of the children 

Promote an atmosphere of respect for students and adults
 Promote and apply positive discipline strategies
 Respect and promote the mission and philosophy of the school 
Supervise students in all areas of the building and playground, implement recess rules and

discipline, and report notable student behaviors 
Practice appropriate and effective classroom management techniques 
Supervise field trips
 Assist with tasks such as copying, displays, etc. 
Prepare student snacks 
Attend required in-service days, meetings, and training sessions 
Keep current on courses required by State Licensing (i.e., DEL First Aid, Communicable

Diseases, etc.)
 Participate in school events: curriculum night and performances

Physical Demands / Work Environment 
Work is primarily performed in the school environment. The school is dynamic with a

high level of activity. Work may also be performed at other sites for field trips. 
Must be able to lift 40 pounds 
Stand up to 95% of the day 
Assume postures in low level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with

children 
Must be able to sustain a high level of energy 
Bend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the day 
Stoop, sit on the floor 
Must be able to move from a seated position to a standing position promptly to respond

to emergency situations 
Perform all activities with children (i.e. jump, dance, walk, run, etc.) for extended

periods of time 
Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor the

environment and children's well-being
 Depending upon activities and season, may be required to be outdoors for regular,

prolonged activities.

To apply please send a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this
position, a resume, and three professional references to Benjamin Orillon, Lower School Head
at [email protected]. Applications that do not include these requested items may not be
considered for the position.

No phone calls please.

Our Mission: What We Do
We challenge students to excel academically and thrive in French, American, and international
cultures.
Our Vision: Why We Do It

To inspire the next generation of global citizens to learn, understand, and act wisely in a
multicultural world.
Our Core Values
The core values that guide our work and reflect what we strive to nurture in our students
include: Excellence, Integrity, Cultural Agility, and Community.

The French American School of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.