Youth Programs Coordinator

L'Alliance New York•New York, NY

2d•$45,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the VP of Education, the Youth Programs Coordinator oversees the organization, development, and implementation of all Language Center youth programs. The Coordinator also serves as the primary point of contact — acting as “Camp Director” — for L’Alliance New York’s Summer, Winter, and Spring Camps, leading their pedagogical design, staffing, daily operations, and overall success.

Requirements

Native French speaker or equivalent professional proficiency
Master’s degree (M1 or M2) in Teaching French as a Foreign Language (FLE) or DAEFLE (Diplôme d’Aptitude à l’Enseignement du Français Langue Étrangère)
Official teaching diploma (e.g., Professeur des Écoles or equivalent)
Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching French as a Foreign Language to young learners
Strong knowledge of the CEFRL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) and the French Ministry of Education curriculum for preschool
Solid understanding of pedagogy related to French language instruction for children ages 1 to 17
Experience using educational technologies in foreign language instruction, including Smart Board technology
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, maintain attention to detail, and manage time efficiently

Responsibilities

Develop and enrich the youth programs class offerings, based on client’s survey and competition
Organize and lead teacher training sessions
Evaluate and improve teacher performance through classroom observations and coaching
Stay current with the latest methodology, pedagogical resources, and technology for the teaching of French as a foreign language to a young audience
Stay current with the official French curricula for primary school instructions as well as teaching French as a foreign language (official curriculum of the French Ministry of Education and European Framework
Substitute for a teacher class and conduct placement tests occasionally
Schedule classes at the beginning of each session
Assign classes to teachers
Oversee enrollment in youth programs classes/workshops
Assist with the registration/transfer process at the start of each session
Ensure that classes run smoothly (supply orders, snacks etc)
Hire and train new interns (responsibility assignments)
Recruit new students/families at fairs
Communicate with parents via email on a regular basis
Serve as Camp Director for L’Alliance New York Summer, Winter, and Spring Camps
Design and oversee camp curricula and weekly themes
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise camp staff
Manage camp scheduling, logistics, and daily operations
Ensure compliance with safety policies and best practices
Oversee camp enrollment targets and contribute to revenue growth
Serve as primary liaison for camp families
Manage a team of about 30 part-time teachers in the youth programs
Advise teachers on pedagogy and available pedagogical resources
Identify the training needs of the pedagogical team
Recruit, train, and assist new instructors
Communicate program content and updates to parents and answer inquiries
Meet with parents regularly to ensure their satisfaction and re-enrollment
Seek out prospective clients and ensure enrollment (fairs, open houses… etc)
Foster a positive relationship between students, parents, and instructors
Stay current with the class offerings of our competitors for young French learners as well as with their marketing strategies (web content, etc) to establish L’Alliance New York as a leader in the field
Participate in the elaboration and implementation of L’Alliance New York cultural programs for kids
Collaborate with L’Alliance New York sponsors (kids programs)
Nurture partnerships with youth literature and FLE publishers