Employment Opportunities
Smith Street Maternelle, is an independent French-American preschool in Brooklyn with campuses in Carroll Gardens, Gowanus, and Brooklyn Heights. Our bilingual curriculum emphasizes a Reggio-Emilia inspired, holistic approach to education with artistic expression as the foundation of a child’s social emotional development. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about progressive bilingual education for both part-time and full-time employment. Please see our current available positions below.
Lead Teachers — Full Time
We are seeking full-time Lead Teachers for our 2024–25 school year.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Refining and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula
Preparing lessons & activities in collaboration with associate teacher(s)
Communicating with parents (3x yearly conference reports; 2x yearly parent/teacher conferences)
Supervising associate teacher(s)
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to speak French fluently; native fluency preferred
Valid work permit and/or visa or willingness to obtain a work permit/visa
Advanced Degree in Education
Willingness to obtain CPR certification
State Mandated Reporter Certification
Willingness to obtain Infectious Disease Training
Willingness to submit to Background Check by the Department of Investigation and State Clearance Registry
SALARY & BENEFITS
Full Time Hours:
8:00am–4:00pm, Mon – Fri
Employment Start Date:
August 26, 2024
Employment End Date:
Yearly commitment
Salary Range:
$63,500 – $68,000
Commensurate with years of experience and educational degrees
Matching 401K plan with Fidelity Investments
Vacation:
Up to 15 weeks paid vacation (as per the 2024 – 25 school calendar)
Health Benefits:
Employer pays 50% of health, dental, and vision coverage.
Associate Teachers — Part & Full Time
We are seeking both part and full-time Associate Teachers for our 2024–25 school year.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborating with Lead Teacher to implement developmentally appropriate curricula
Preparing Lessons and Activities in collaboration with Lead Teacher
Assisting in all other areas of classroom life
Maintaining appropriate ratio in class at all times
Keeping a safe, clean and sanitary work environment
Maintaining daily contact with parents and updates on children’s development and daily happenings
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to speak French fluently; native fluency preferred.
Valid work permit and/or visa
Bachelor’s degree (foreign degrees accepted)
Willingness to obtain CPR training
State Mandated Reporter Certification
Willingness to obtain Infectious Disease Training
Willingness to submit to Background Check by the Department of Investigation and State Clearance Registry
SALARY & BENEFITS
Full Time Hours:
8:00am–4:00pm, Mon – Fri
Part Time Hours Vary
Employment Start Date:
August 21, 2024
Employment End Date:
Yearly commitment
Salary Range:
$41,500 – $45,500 (full-time)
Commensurate with years of experience and educational degrees
Matching 401K plan with Fidelity Investments
Vacation:
Up to 15 weeks paid vacation (as per the 2024 – 25 school calendar)
Health Benefits:
Employer pays 50% of health, dental, and vision coverage.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a part of our wonderful community!
Smith Street Maternelle is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Smith Street makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.