Employment Opportunities
The mission of the Alliance Française de Berkeley is to promote the French language and French-speaking cultures in our community through educational programs, cultural events and media resources.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
- French Instructor for children
- In person French Instructor
Alliance Française is committed to hiring candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.
FRENCH INSTRUCTOR FOR CHILDREN
Job Title: French Instructor for children
Type: Part-time, 3 - 10 hours per week (must be available weekday afternoons and Saturdays); Non-exempt
Salary: $39 per hour (on site/zoom), $60 off-site.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and teach Alliance Française classes using methods and materials provided.
- Prepare and teach Alliance Française classes in schools off-site using tools provided and by creating activities.
- Work with AF students and families; suggest resources to assist in French language learning.
- Draft course descriptions and curriculum, answer questions on AF classes.
- Attend staff meetings and open houses as requested.
- Represent Alliance Française in the community.
- Be an informational resource to members and non-members about AF educational programs, attend AF events.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Native French speaker or equivalent. (C1 level)
- Educational background in Français Langue Etrangère (Licence, DAEFLE, DUFLE, Master…) and/or Elementary Education
- Prior work experience as a French teacher.
- Prior work experience teaching children
- Authorized to work in the US.
- Genuine enthusiasm for teaching children and for the French language.
- Effective class management skills
Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a background check prior to hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computer proficiency and experience with interactive whiteboard (Smart Board) preferred.
- Prior AF experience
- Familiarity with the CEFR language levels and DELF/DALF exams
To apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter in French to employment@afberkeley.org
IN PERSON FRENCH INSTRUCTOR
Job Title: French Instructor
Type: Part-time
Salary: $39 per hour (on site/zoom), $60 off-site.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and teach Alliance Française classes using methods and materials provided.
- Prepare and teach Alliance Française classes in schools off-site using tools provided and by creating activities.
- Work with AF students and families; suggest resources to assist in French language learning.
- Draft course descriptions and curriculum, answer questions on AF classes.
- Attend staff meetings and open houses as requested.
- Represent Alliance Française in the community.
- Be an informational resource to members and non-members about AF educational programs, attend AF events.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Native French speaker or equivalent. (C1 level)
- Educational background in Français Langue Etrangère (Licence, DAEFLE, DUFLE, Master…) and/or Elementary Education
- Prior work experience as a French teacher.
- Authorized to work in the US.
- Effective class management skills
Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a background check prior to hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computer proficiency and experience with interactive whiteboard (Smart Board) preferred.
- Prior AF experience
- Familiarity with the CEFR language levels and DELF/DALF exams
To apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter in French to employment@afberkeley.org