Job Description

TFS is a leading independent educational institution that has been instrumental in the shaping of today's Canada, as the first French immersion school in the country and pioneer of bilingualism. We are an extremely diverse community that sets out to develop multilingual critical thinkers who celebrate difference, transcend borders and strive for the betterment of humankind. Throughout our history, TFS students have been characterized by their academic ambition, as well as by their determination to acquire an international perspective on local and global affairs.


In pursuit of this mission, TFS recruits excellent educators who are deeply committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning, and who also share our passion for the all-round development of students as accomplished individuals and responsible citizens. Our teachers benefit from exceptional professional learning opportunities and a very competitive compensation package.


TFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, and all of our staff and volunteers are expected to undergo child protection screening.


We recruit candidates who embrace our TFS values of integrity, discernment, respect and engagement.

TFS welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. TFS is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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JR - Educational Assistant

Position Type: Long-Term Ocasionnal - Part time
Classification : EO1 - AAETFS
Language of Instruction: Bilingual ( French - English)
Hours of work: 11 hours 15 min per week, Monday to Friday 7.30 am to 9.45am
Location: Toronto campus - 296 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M4N 1T7
Branch: Junior School (Grade 2-5)
Start Date: November 2025 - June 2026

About the position:

Reporting to the Principal and/or his delegates, (and working in collaboration with the teachers and resource teachers) you will be responsible to:


Assisting classrooms and teachers Helping teachers prep activities and materials which support lesson plans Participating in the ravine, outings and field trips when required Supervising, engaging, guiding and providing in-class support to students alone or in groups as required Supervising and helping students during snack, lunch, bathroom, and recess time ; getting ready before and after recess-clothes, shoes, etc. (ability to bend, crouch, kneel) Helping maintain a tidy, clean, healthy, safe and secure environment; monitoring students re; .allergies(food, hand washing, etc.) Monitoring student behavior and using positive discipline Replacing in the classroom during meetings or as needed Using appropriate French language (reinforce the French language) and interactions, modeling positive behavior Maintaining a collaborative relationship with all stakeholders Supervising students in the after-school childcare and ensuring its operations at the end of the regular school day. Ensuring safe pick up and drop-off for the after-school care as needed Performing other related duties as assigned Replacement of office staff and work on administrative tasks as needed

Who we are looking for:

We recruit candidates who embrace our TFS values of integrity, discernment, respect and engagement. The ideal candidate profile is as follows:


Excellent French and English skills (oral and written) Level B2 in English Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with children (pre-school, primary and junior levels) Excellent interpersonal skills, respectful, and diplomatic communication skills with students, parents and staff Strong work ethic and effective time management skills Independent and reliable team player, flexible with the ability to work in a demanding environment and to transition easily depending on the situation Proven effective conflict resolution and problem solving skills Discretion Trained as an Early Childhood Educator or Teacher would be an asset.

What we offer:

TFS is an exceptional place to work, and our offers are generous as well as competitive in the marketplace in terms of:


A competitive compensation An attractive group insurance package and participation in a RRSP plan or OTPP Generous vacation policy and additional paid time off A stimulating working environment Multiple professional development opportunities A rewarding career w you can make a differenceTFS welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.


If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. TFS is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.


Interested and qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and a resume as soon as possible. Please use the candidate portal