Employment Opportunities
The mission of the Alliance Française of Minneapolis/St Paul is to promote the French language and French-speaking cultures in our community through educational programs, cultural events and media resources.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team !
Alliance Française is committed to hiring candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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Job Title: Youth Education Coordinator Status: Non-exempt
Type: Full-time: 30 hours per week, including Saturdays, teaching and pedagogical/administrative work
Compensation: $33,000 annual minimum based on qualifications and experience, 3 weeks scheduled PTO, health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, free parking.
Effective date: April 20, 2024
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
• Prepare and teach general and specific topic Alliance Française French language classes on and off-site for all ages using textbook methods and other materials as provided.
• Organize and supervise off-site after-school programs
• Plan and oversee French summer camps
• Create, organize and supervise field trips for school groups
• Develop and implement curriculum
• Draft course descriptions, answer questions on and register students for AF youth classes including the home-school program
• Select textbooks and pedagogical resources instructors and Education Director for all levels of students ages 3 to 17
• Administer placement tests and conduct interviews with students and parents.
• Develop promotional materials for children’s programs with Communications Coordinator and Graphic Design intern
• Communicate with students and teachers regarding class updates
• Assist and promote cultural events for children, in coordination with the Cultural Programs Coordinator and Educational Ambassador
• Attend staff meetings, open houses; represent the organization in the community
Minimum Qualifications
• Native French speaker or equivalent; bilingual English-French
• Educational background in Français Langue Etrangère (Licence, Master, DUFLE, DAEFLE)
• Prior experience as a French teacher, working with children and adults
• Familiarity with American and French school systems desirable
• Genuine enthusiasm for teaching and for the French language
• DELF exam certification
• Strong organizational and planning skills and attention to detail
• Ability to develop a rapport with children, parents and co-workers
• Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel)
• Prior AF experience preferred but not required
• Unrestricted work authorization in the U.S. required
• Candidates will be asked to complete a background check prior to hire
To apply:
Please send your CV and references to Alix Lewis-Sadrant at employment@afmsp.org.
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Job Title: French Instructor for children
Type: Part-time, 3 - 10 hours per week (must be available weekday afternoons and Saturdays); Non-exempt
Salary: Based on experience
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 live and 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
Current driver’s license
To apply:
Please send your CV and references to Alix Lewis-Sadrant at employment@afmsp.org.