Job Description

Job Title:   Summer Camp Assistant Teacher
Department: Language Center, Manhattan
Reports to: Language Center Director & Youth Specialist
Designation: Temporary, Non-Exempt
Work Hours : 9:00am-4:00pm
Salary: $17.00/hourly
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Start Date: June 22, 2026
End Date: August 21, 2026
Work Model : In-person (Manhattan, NY)

To spread joie de vivre through language, culture, and connection!

Attracting over 150,000 visitors annually, L’Alliance New York is the city’s premier center for French language and francophone arts and cultures. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, L’Alliance New York’s mission is to provide our members and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world.

L’Alliance New York is internationally known for offering the largest selection of fully-immersive French language courses for students aged one to 101, and for its renowned cultural programming including the annual Bastille Day celebration that takes place on New York's famed Madison Avenue, attracting over 50,000 visitors each year; the Crossing The Line arts and performance festival that engages NYC cultural institutions in bringing dynamic international artists to audiences; Animation First, the biggest animation festival in the U.S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts. 

Position Overview

L’Alliance New York is seeking caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Summer Camp Assistant Teachers to support its Language Center Summer Camp program in Manhattan.

This temporary, in-person role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with children and want to contribute to a fun, safe, and engaging summer experience rooted in language, creativity, and culture. Assistant Teachers play an essential role in supporting lead teachers, helping children throughout the day, and ensuring that camp routines, transitions, and activities run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher during daily camp activities, workshops, and transitions.
• Help supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, including outings.
• Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and organization of materials.
• Help children during snack, lunch, rest time, and daily routines.
• Support a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all campers.
• Help monitor attendance and assist with arrival and dismissal procedures.
• Support children’s engagement, participation, and well-being throughout the day.
• Communicate any concerns or important observations to the lead teacher or camp leadership.
• Follow all camp safety procedures and internal protocols.

The job description above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The person in this role will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the role and the overall business objectives of L’Alliance New York.

Who You Are
This role may be a great fit if you are:

 

• You enjoy working with young children.
• You are warm, patient, and attentive.
• You are dependable and able to work well as part of a team.
• You are comfortable in active, fast-paced environments.
• You bring positive energy and a strong sense of responsibility.
• You are interested in education, childcare, or youth programming.

Experience & Qualifications

 

• Must hold valid U.S. work authorization.
• Be a French native speaker or equivalent level.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
• Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.
• Ability to support routines, transitions, and group supervision.
• Previous experience with children in camps, schools, afterschool, babysitting, or similar settings preferred.

Schedule

• Temporary contract from June 22, 2026 through August 21, 2026
• 30 hours per week (9 am to 4 pm - Monday through Friday)
• In-person, Manhattan campus

TO APPLY : Please submit a resume, a cover letter and references.

Employment at L’Alliance New York is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the organization may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out via the same email address.

L’Alliance New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Monday to Friday

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