Part-Time Elementary French Teacher/Tutor

French Teacher/Tutor Wanted

Eager to help students turn “Je ne sais pas” into “Oh la la”? Motivated to help support children’s French education outside of the classroom? 

Our hours count! Gain valuable teaching experience!

Are you a friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic French speaker? Join the team at Oxford Learning St. Thomas as a part-time French teacher/tutor/coach. Ignite your passion for helping students succeed – en français! 

The Role: 

At Oxford Learning St. Thomas, we help students improve their academic and study skills in a small group setting. Our class sizes are small with a maximum of three students per teacher. Our teachers explain and guide students through the provided material while teaching crucial learning skills and having fun. You will have flexibility in how you deliver the material to each student (in fact, we encourage that!), but you must follow all Oxford Learning philosophies and methodologies (training will be provided). 

You will not be required to lesson plan or create learning materials for students - we do that for you! Your role includes reporting on concepts covered and cognitive skills discussed, monitoring and reporting on student progress, and ensuring student programming moves at an appropriate pace. You must be comfortable teaching students in both French and English.

All classes at Oxford Learning St. Thomas take place during after-school hours, from 4pm - 8pm, as well as Saturdays from 9am - 12pm. 

Our Teachers are:

• Reliable
• Flexible
• Patient
• Consistent
• Kind
• Fun

The Successful Applicant is: 

• Available a minimum of two evenings per week beginning at 5pm (4pm preferred), and the occasional Saturday 
• Fluent in French
• Comfortable working with students who work and learn “outside of the box” - this includes students who have ADHD, Autism, MID, Dyslexia, and a variety of LDs. 
• Willing to commit to the end of June 2024 (summer hours also available) 
• Not afraid to take risks and ask questions 
• Able to commute to St. Thomas reliably to work in-person (this is NOT an online position - relocation packages are not available)
• Able to provide a clear vulnerable sector check prior to working with students

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree or similar certification in a relevant field (fourth year university students with tutoring experience will be considered)
• Experience teaching or tutoring elementary students
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and French
• Ability to multitask and balance working with up to three students at a time
• Ability to guide students’ understanding of a variety of concepts
• Ability to stay calm and professional at all times

Nice to Haves:

• Teaching certification in Ontario
• Ability to teach math and science at the grade 9 and 10 level

What We Offer:

• Paid training
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities 
• Frequent check-ins and feedback / coaching 
• Hands-on development of teaching skills 
• Snacks in the kitchen and fun treats throughout the year
• A paid day off on your birthday
• Flexibility and accommodation for scheduling needs and requests 
• A safe, understanding, and accepting atmosphere

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $18 - $19 / hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday evenings 
• Saturday mornings

About Oxford Learning

Oxford Learning is a Canadian supplemental education provider helping students get better grades since 1984. Offering a full range of programs for students of all ages and abilities, Oxford Learning uses the science of cognitive learning to help all students develop stronger learning skills they can rely on for life!

Are you the superstar teacher-tutor we have been searching for? Apply now!

Oxford Learning St. Thomas

460 Wellington Street, Unit 203, St. Thomas, ON

Tel: 519-637-1642

Email: jweldrick@oxfordlearning.com

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the team at Oxford Learning St. Thomas. However, only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.