French Immersion Teaching Assistant

French American School of Denver

PLEASE NOTE: New Location- 2401 E 37th Street, Denver CO 80205

Position: French Immersion Classroom Teaching Assistant (K–5)
Status: Full-Time 

Our Mission:

The French American School of Denver (FASDenver) is a French Immersion, multicultural learning community dedicated to providing an academically rigorous, culturally enriching environment where students are empowered to become critical thinkers, global citizens, and lifelong learners. Our K–5 program emphasizes language immersion, creativity, and high expectations for academic and personal growth.

Our faculty and staff collaborate closely to support each student’s development in both French and English, through a curriculum that includes core academics, music, arts, physical education, and character development to nurture the whole child. Our inclusive community celebrates each student’s unique identity and fosters a climate where all voices are valued.

Why You’ll Love Working at FASD:

At FASD, you will:

• Join a diverse and growing international school community.
  
• Work in a collaborative, bilingual environment that values multilingualism and cultural exchange.
  
• Receive meaningful support from experienced educators and school leaders.
  
• Play an essential role in supporting student success in both French and English.
  

What You’ll Do:

As a French Immersion Teaching Assistant, you will support the lead French classroom teacher in fostering a safe, engaging, and linguistically rich learning environment. You will assist with classroom instruction, student supervision, preparation of materials, and individualized student support, all while modeling French language use.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support instruction in a French Immersion classroom (K–5) under the direction of the lead teacher.
  
• Model and encourage the use of spoken and written French throughout the school day.
  
• Assist with small group and/or one-on-one instruction in both academic and enrichment settings.
  
• Help prepare classroom materials and organize learning activities.
  
• Supervise students during classroom transitions, lunch, recess, and school events.
  
• Foster a warm, respectful, and inclusive classroom climate that supports all learners.
  
• Reinforce behavioral expectations and school norms positively and consistently.
  
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to meet individual student needs.
  
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and families (in French or English as appropriate).
  
• Participate in staff meetings, school events, and professional development sessions.
  
• Must be able to work with all learners in a fast paced, school setting
• Work with all students as assigned to best support supervision and instruction
  
• Be flexible in schedules and duties assigned
• Support supervision and instruction 

We Invite Applicants Who Are:

• Able to support K-5 learners in an inclusive, culturally responsive environment
  
• Passionate about education and working with children.
  
• Collaborative, flexible, and open to feedback.
  
• Committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.
  
• Excited to be part of a bilingual, international school culture.
  
  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.
  
• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
  
• Authorization to work in the United States.  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.
• First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
  

Preferred:

• B.A. or higher in education, child development, or a related field.
  
• Prior experience in a bilingual, immersion, or international school setting.
  
• Understanding of child development and/or early literacy and numeracy.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive monthly salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  
• Benefits package for full-time employees, including health insurance and PERA retirement plan participation.
  
• Paid holidays and professional development opportunities.
  
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment with a global perspective.
  

To Apply:

Submit your resume and three professional reference contacts (two must be from supervisors) via bamboo.

FASD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.