French-Speaking Child Caregiver

About the role

LFC*daycare is a bilingual (English & French) Early Learning Center for children aged from 24 to 36 months. It operates under the umbrella of the LFC*extra Program of the Lycée Français de Chicago* (LFC*), a well-established pre-k-12 international school.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring a safe, happy, and stimulating environment for children.
• Planning, implementing and supervising structured, educational group activities.
• Serving, organizing, and supervising mealtimes and snacks.
• Planning and supervising balanced routines that include physical activities, rest, and playtime.
• Providing responsible care and maintaining all safety standards.
• Maintaining a safe, sanitary, and orderly environment.
• Notifying supervisors and families of any signs of health, emotional or developmental issues.
• Providing structure and accountability that is firm but compassionate.
• Assisting children in the bathroom or with diapering tasks as needed.
• Encouraging children to participate in all activities.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED).
• At least 19 years old.
• A minimum of an associate degree in child development or early childhood education.
• 64 semester hours in any discipline with a minimum of 21 college credits in child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• A strong knowledge of DCFS standards and child development.
• Able to lift 25-30 lbs.
• Able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on the floor, see, hear, and speak with children.
• Knowledge of the French language is required for this position.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic.
• Must be fluent in French.

Additional Information

• This is a part-time position with benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b with 4% match after 2 years, 70% tuition remission for any children enrolled at the Lycée Français de Chicago*, 10% tuition remission for any children enrolled at LFC*daycare, and a generous paid time-off policy (sick leave plus 4 weeks paid leave per year).
• The salary range for this role is $41-49k annually.
• All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check, as well as provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, MMR vaccination, and negative results of a TB test.
• This position requires onsite presence at the LFC* campus.

Contact

To apply, please visit the LFC’s Employment Opportunities website and submit a cover letter and resume. No phone inquiries, please.