Job Description
Preschool Assistant Teacher
2026-2027 School Year
Part-Time or Full-Time Exempt Position
8am to 4pm (plus weekly meetings and occasional events) with part-time options. School follows the Seattle Public School calendar for breaks/holidays.
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications and is starting at $25,000 per year for a part-time role (3 days/week or equivalent); benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance) are available.
Our mission is to form a community of independent thinkers with a global understanding of the world through bilingual education. We achieve this goal by ensuring that all our choices reflect our core values, as developed by the founders of the school, supported and adopted by all members of our staff, faculty, board and families. Our values: holistic perspective-diversity, equity and inclusion-family involvement in the community-harmonized programs: the best of both worlds-social-emotional development.
The North Seattle French School is looking for a preschool teacher’s assistant who:
● is interested in working in a bilingual French/English setting (experience working in bilingual schools is a plus)
● has experience with children aged 3-5
● enjoys collaborating on classroom activities and teaching practices
● is a true team player
● is adaptable, flexible, innovative and creative
● is open to participate in professional development
● Is a strong communicator, ideally with proficiency in both French and English
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Working with the students individually and in groups as needed
● Helping implement curriculum under the guidance of the lead teacher
● Helping teachers prepare the materials and set up the classroom
● Ensuring children’s safety
● Supervising the children on the field trips and in free play, gym time, and outdoor play
● Working as a member of the team to develop themes and activities for the classroom
● Leading the classroom activities or lessons when needed
● Foster a nurturing environment for children to explore and learn so that each student can reach his/her fullest academic, intellectual, social, emotional and physical potential
Come join our international team of teachers and staff. North Seattle French School is a French bilingual and community school in Shoreline, incorporating the best of both worlds: the academic rigor of the French curriculum and the U.S student-focused teaching style. We emphasize project-based learning, creative thinking, problem solving, and social-emotional learning. Bring your creativity and passion for education and help us in our mission to cultivate a community of globally minded independent thinkers through bilingual education.
Qualifications
The Teacher's Assistant must have a good knowledge of children’s development and school programs. Previous experience in education is a plus. In addition the teacher’s assistant must have:
● strong organizational skills
● excellent communication skills, ideally in both French and English
● strong classroom management skills
● the ability to work individually and as a member of a team
● ability to both follow directions and take initiative
● a passion to provide the best education to all children
● a can-do attitude and attention to detail
The following are a plus, but not required:
○ experience in a bilingual school
○ certificate in Early Childhood or a related field
○ MERIT qualifications to work in a licensed preschool classroom including First Aid/CPR certification (if not already held, will be asked to complete prior to work with students)
To apply, please send a cover letter, a resume and three professional references to positions@northseattlefrenchschool.com
Pay: From $25,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
2026-2027 School Year
Part-Time or Full-Time Exempt Position
8am to 4pm (plus weekly meetings and occasional events) with part-time options. School follows the Seattle Public School calendar for breaks/holidays.
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications and is starting at $25,000 per year for a part-time role (3 days/week or equivalent); benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance) are available.
Our mission is to form a community of independent thinkers with a global understanding of the world through bilingual education. We achieve this goal by ensuring that all our choices reflect our core values, as developed by the founders of the school, supported and adopted by all members of our staff, faculty, board and families. Our values: holistic perspective-diversity, equity and inclusion-family involvement in the community-harmonized programs: the best of both worlds-social-emotional development.
The North Seattle French School is looking for a preschool teacher’s assistant who:
● is interested in working in a bilingual French/English setting (experience working in bilingual schools is a plus)
● has experience with children aged 3-5
● enjoys collaborating on classroom activities and teaching practices
● is a true team player
● is adaptable, flexible, innovative and creative
● is open to participate in professional development
● Is a strong communicator, ideally with proficiency in both French and English
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Working with the students individually and in groups as needed
● Helping implement curriculum under the guidance of the lead teacher
● Helping teachers prepare the materials and set up the classroom
● Ensuring children’s safety
● Supervising the children on the field trips and in free play, gym time, and outdoor play
● Working as a member of the team to develop themes and activities for the classroom
● Leading the classroom activities or lessons when needed
● Foster a nurturing environment for children to explore and learn so that each student can reach his/her fullest academic, intellectual, social, emotional and physical potential
Come join our international team of teachers and staff. North Seattle French School is a French bilingual and community school in Shoreline, incorporating the best of both worlds: the academic rigor of the French curriculum and the U.S student-focused teaching style. We emphasize project-based learning, creative thinking, problem solving, and social-emotional learning. Bring your creativity and passion for education and help us in our mission to cultivate a community of globally minded independent thinkers through bilingual education.
Qualifications
The Teacher's Assistant must have a good knowledge of children’s development and school programs. Previous experience in education is a plus. In addition the teacher’s assistant must have:
● strong organizational skills
● excellent communication skills, ideally in both French and English
● strong classroom management skills
● the ability to work individually and as a member of a team
● ability to both follow directions and take initiative
● a passion to provide the best education to all children
● a can-do attitude and attention to detail
The following are a plus, but not required:
○ experience in a bilingual school
○ certificate in Early Childhood or a related field
○ MERIT qualifications to work in a licensed preschool classroom including First Aid/CPR certification (if not already held, will be asked to complete prior to work with students)
To apply, please send a cover letter, a resume and three professional references to positions@northseattlefrenchschool.com
Pay: From $25,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Preschool Assistant Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.