Job Description

REPORTS TO:

Assistant Director Primary School

POSITION GROUP:

Support Staff

STATUS:

October to June, Temporary, Casual

Calgary French & International School (CFIS) is a premier full French immersion independent school, serving over 850 students from Junior Preschool to Grade 12. For more than 50 years, CFIS has been a leader in providing an immersive bilingual education that nurtures curiosity, fosters global awareness, and inspires lifelong learning.




Our dedicated faculty, staff, and administration collaborate closely with families to create an extraordinary learning experience where students thrive in innovative and inclusive environments. CFIS educators empower students to embrace challenges, think critically, and act as open-minded, responsible global citizens prepared for an ever-changing world. Joining CFIS means becoming part of a dynamic team of passionate professionals who are committed to excellence in education.

Position Description:

CFIS is seeking candidates for casual, On-Call Student Supervision Assistant positions in our primary division for the 2025-26 school year. The successful candidates will cover absences of our regular Student Supervision Assistants and will work with students in our grades 1 to 5 classrooms.



Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:


Provide thorough and active supervision of students at all times, and developmentally appropriate behavioural guidance on the playground and in the school. Supervise outdoor play, snack, rest, and mealtimes. Assist in the implementation of the daily program and instructional activities. Participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment. Support children's ongoing development and growth, in alignment with best practices in French immersion education. Lead and implement before- or after-school programming for students in preschool to Grade 6. Maintain professional attitudes and loyalty to CFIS. Participate in professional workshops or courses. Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees inside and outside of the school; and Other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

Early Childhood Education certification with a minimum of Level 1 Child Care Worker required. Valid Standard Level B (Childcare) First Aid certification. Fluent spoken French is an asset, not mandatory.


Prior experience with children aged 5-12 is desirable. The successful candidate will need to provide an updated Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to commencing work.

Skills, Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required:

Awareness of best practices in French immersion education. Awareness of licensing and accreditation requirements in early childhood programs. Sensitivity to the needs and feelings of others. Warm, friendly, positive personality. Ability to relate well to children and colleagues. Exemplary communication skills. Professionalism in dealing with all stakeholders. Interpersonal skills that foster collegiality and blends with CFIS's values; and Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Compensation:

The position will be paid hourly as per the CFIS hourly pay grid based on relevant education and experience.

Application Process

If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to

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. At CFIS we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway with a cover letter and resume describing why you are a great fit and to help us learn more about you. You may be just the right candidate!




We thank all applicants in advance for their submission.