French Instructor (After School – Part-Time, Flexible Hours)
Concorde Education
Location
Ridgefield, Connecticut
Salary
$65 - $115 / HOUR
Quick overview
The instructor will lead structured, engaging after-school French sessions focused on building foundational communication skills through interactive activities. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment while tracking attendance and delivering a culminating project.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least 60 college credits and a strong working proficiency in French. Previous experience working with K-12 students and the ability to create age-appropriate, fun learning experiences are required.
Job description
Location
- On-site at a partner school (varies by assignment)
- Schedule: 1–4 hours per week, after school
- Program
- Length: ~10 weeks
- Start
- Date:
- Rolling openings based on school schedules
- Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience, program, and commute)
About the Role
Concorde Education is seeking an engaging French Instructor to lead after-school language enrichment programs for students (grade band varies by assignment). This role focuses on building foundational French communication skills through interactive, student-centered instruction. Instructors lead small to mid-sized groups in a structured but fun environment, emphasizing speaking, listening, and cultural exploration. Programs are typically 10 weeks, with flexibility to adapt pacing based on student needs and site logistics. What You’ll Teach Students will develop introductory French language skills and cultural awareness through hands-on, participation-driven lessons. Topics may include: Greetings, introductions, and everyday conversational phrases Numbers, dates, and time High-frequency vocabulary (school, family, hobbies, food) Basic sentence structure and common verbs Listening and speaking through games, role-play, and guided dialogue Introductory reading and writing (as appropriate) French and Francophone culture (traditions, geography, music, food) Key Responsibilities Lead engaging, structured after-school sessions aligned to program goals Prioritize student participation, especially speaking and listening Adapt instruction for different skill levels and group sizes Maintain a safe, inclusive, and classroom-appropriate environment Track attendance and communicate with program staff as needed Deliver a culminating activity or project showcasing student learning
Qualifications
Minimum of 60 college credits (completed or in progress)Strong working proficiency in French Experience working with K–12 students (teaching, tutoring, camps, etc.) Strong classroom presence and ability to engage students Reliable, professional, and responsive Able to create fun, age-appropriate learning experiences Who This Role Is Great For Teachers or language educators College students studying French or education Tutors or bilingual professionals Anyone who enjoys working with kids and sharing language + culture Salary: 65 - 115 USD Per hour