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Careers

Leaders in their fields, the employees of the Lycée Français de New York are the cornerstone of the remarkable education we provide to our students. A diverse, mission-driven and highly collaborative team, our employees are innovative, hard-working and friendly. We seek team members who exemplify the values so important to us in our mission, a passion for education with a focus always on our students, and who seek challenging and rewarding careers.
Committed to fostering an inclusive community, the Lycée Français de New York celebrates diverse identities and lived experiences, which enrich our students' learning. We respect, support, and value our students' and employees' voices, and we strive to offer an equitable environment in which they can thrive.   The Lycée actively seeks qualified individuals from underrepresented groups, welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, and is an equal opportunity employer. The Lycée can only hire individuals who are lawfully authorized to work in the United States as of the date employment is to begin. 

This page offers you the opportunity to apply to teaching, academic support and administrative positions. To support and nurture our employees, we offer a generous suite of benefits, including:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Sick leave
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 403(b), including employer match after employe has reached tenure mark
  • Generous paid vacation and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Open Positions

Administrative Openings

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  • Assistant Director of After-School Activities, Camps, and Special Programs

    The Lycée Français de New York is committed to delivering a bilingual French and American education of the highest standard. Our mission is to prepare students from diverse origins to be thinkers, innovators, and leaders who are at home in the world. We inspire students to excel academically, discover their talents, embrace diversity, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

    The Lycée Français de New York is seeking a dynamic, organized, and experienced Assistant Director of After-School Activities, Camps, and Special Programs. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of all after-school programs, special programs and camps, including international camps, for primary and secondary students. This role is instrumental in fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that complements the school’s academic programs. Working closely with other program leaders, the Assistant Director ensures that all offerings reflect the Lycée Français de New York’s commitment to bilingual education, global citizenship, and excellence.
     
     At the Lycée Français de New York, the successful candidate will work in a vibrant, multicultural community that values academic excellence, diversity, and innovation. This is their chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students, inspiring them to excel and lead with integrity. At the Lycée, all employees are committed to the delivery of the School’s Mission, to upholding its Diversity Statement and to supporting the vision of the Head of School and the Board of Trustees. They are expected to provide encouragement, offer positive reinforcement, and show respect for each student and each other. Please note that this is a full-time, 12-month position.
     
    Annual salary range: $85,000-$110,000
     
    Click here to read the full job description.
    Click here to submit your application.

  • Assistant Director of Human Resources

    Position Summary
    The Lycée Français de New York, a world-leading independent bilingual French K-12 educational institution, recognizes student safety and well-being as its first responsibilities. Indeed, at the Lycée, the student is at the center of everything we do. Consistent with its mission to embrace diversity, our school strives to build an inclusive, culturally sensitive, and equitable community of teaching and learning where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging in pursuit of educational excellence. 
     
    At the Lycée Français de New York, we believe that people are the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to create a workplace where every employee feels valued, empowered, and equipped to succeed. We’re looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking Assistant Director of Human Resources to help us elevate our culture and make a meaningful impact across our organization.
     
    All employees are committed to the delivery of the School’s Mission, to upholding its Diversity Statement and to supporting the vision of the Head of School and the Board of Trustees. They are expected to provide encouragement, offer positive reinforcement, and show respect for each student and each other.
    This position requires additional work hours as needed for school events and/or school-sponsored activities. 
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    In collaboration with the Head of Human Resources, the responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Human Resources include, but are not limited to:
     
    Benefits Administration:
      • Oversee the administration of health, dental, and supplemental benefits, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (FMLA, PFL, ACA, ERISA, COBRA).
      • Manage annual open enrollment, leading communication efforts, vendor coordination, and employee education sessions.
      • Oversee the administration of medical leaves and ensure coordination of all applicable leave types based on local, state, and federal regulations (FMLA, PFL, STD, LTD, Worker's Comp)
      • Develop and maintain user-friendly benefits guides to help employees navigate available leave programs.
      • Research and recommend new supplemental benefits to enhance employee well-being.

    Employee Relations and Engagement:
      • Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing guidance on workplace concerns, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
      • Lead the resolution of employee relations matters, including conducting investigations, mediation, and disciplinary actions.
      • Champion employee engagement initiatives, such as recognition programs, well-being and belonging efforts.
      • Ensure a fair, inclusive, and respectful work environment aligned with organizational values.

    HR policies, procedures and compliance:
      • Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws, proactively updating policies as needed.
      • Develop, interpret, and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency across departments.
      • Assist in the preparation of compliance-related reports and responses to regulatory agencies.
      • Stay current with evolving employment law and HR best practices to mitigate legal risks.

    Payroll Coordination:
      • Lead the coordination of the semi-monthly payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate execution of payroll exceptions (e.g., new hires, terminations, unpaid leaves).
      • Act as backup for payroll processing, ensuring seamless operations when needed.
      • Ensure payroll compliance with wage laws, deductions, and benefits contributions.

    Performance Management and Professional Development:
      • Provide strategic performance management guidance, assisting managers in coaching and evaluating employees effectively.
      • Assist in the development and implementation of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to address performance concerns.
      • Research and recommend professional development opportunities to close skill gaps and enhance career growth.
      • Support the creation of training programs to strengthen leadership and employee capabilities.
    Recruitment/Hiring/Onboarding:
      • Oversee and enhance the onboarding experience, ensuring new hires feel welcomed, informed, and set up for success.
      • Assist with recruitment strategies, hiring processes, and documentation, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
      • Support the annual review of orientation and onboarding programs, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.
    Perform other duties as assigned.
     
    Qualifications and Skills
    Education/Experience
    • A Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
    • At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, leading benefits administration, employee relations and payroll; 
    Skills/Abilities
    • Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
    • Experience managing benefits administration and payroll processes.
    • Proficiency using Google Suite and ADP Workforce Now (or similar HRIS systems).
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills; ability to articulate ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, and effectively communicate complex HR concepts to a diverse audience.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to think strategically and act tactically to achieve goals.
    • Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
    • Ability to act with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all HR matters.
    • Strong collaborative and innovative mindset
    • Bilingual in French and English 
    • SHRM and or HCI certification preferred 
     
    Click here to read the full job description.

    Click here to submit your application.

    Annual salary range: $85,000-$105,000

  • Associate Director of Annual Giving

    The Associate Director of Annual Giving plays a pivotal role in the Lycée Français de New York’s Development team, focusing on growing and stewarding the school’s philanthropic culture. Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with the Associate Director, Alumni Communities and Historical Stewardship, this role is responsible for leading all aspects of the Annual Giving program, ensuring broad community engagement and strong financial support for the Lycée’s mission.
     
    This individual is a strategic thinker, creative fundraiser, and excellent relationship builder who understands donor engagement, annual fundraising campaigns, and stewardship best practices. They must have a deep understanding of and sensitivity to different cultural approaches to philanthropy in an international and diverse community and be able to educate and engage all members of the community to foster a shared culture of giving. This includes developing strategies to communicate the impact of philanthropy effectively across different audiences and ensuring that fundraising efforts reflect the values and priorities of the Lycée’s community. They must have a deep understanding of different cultural approaches to philanthropy in an international and diverse community and be able to educate and engage all members of the community to foster a shared culture of giving. Additionally, they should excel at building strong, collaborative relationships across diverse backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and meaningful engagement in fundraising initiatives. Additionally, they are encouraged to work toward proficiency in French to foster stronger connections within the bilingual school community.
     
    As a key member of the Development team, the Associate Director of Annual Giving is expected to collaborate across departments, integrate fundraising strategies with community-building efforts, and contribute to the overall success of the Lycée’s advancement goals.
     
    Annual salary range: $100,000-$125,000
    Click here to read the full job description.
    Click here to submit your application.

  • Business Office Associate (Customer Service/Accounting)

    Position Summary
    The Business Office Associate plays a critical role at the intersection of customer service and accounting. This position supports a broad range of financial operations, with an emphasis on student billing, payments, financial aid processing, and reconciliation. The Associate serves as a primary point of contact for families regarding billing and financial inquiries, requiring a strong blend of technical accounting skills and a customer-centered mindset.
    The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. They must also demonstrate empathy, discretion, and professionalism in all communications with families and internal departments. Additional hours may be required during peak seasons (e.g., enrollment, year-end closing).
    All employees should truly and enthusiastically believe in the Lycée’s Mission supporting the vision of the Head of School and the Board of Trustees. The Business Office Associate should be a self-starting, resourceful, well organized team player with the ability to work well under pressure, maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate good interpersonal skills.  At the Lycée, “the student is at the center of the system.” All staff members are expected to provide encouragement, offer positive reinforcement, and show respect for each student. The ability to get along with diverse personalities is a necessary skill. All employees are strongly encouraged to work towards proficiency in both French and English languages and to develop a familiarity and understanding of the Lycée's multicultural environment.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    Duties and Responsibilities of the Business Office Associate include, but are not limited to:

    Billing and Payments
    • Respond to billing, payment, and balance inquiries from families
    • Monitor and Report aging balances monthly and follow up with families as needed 
    • Assist with annual creation and maintenance of charges and discounts in subsidiary ledger.
    • Upon receipt of student contracts, monitor and ensure accuracy of name, grade, year, gross tuition and any discounts/financial aid figures during “enrollment season” and throughout the year.
    • Respond to billing, payment, and balance inquiries from families
    • Work with the Enrollment and Student Record Coordinator during the enrollment/re-enrollment process
    • Assist with communications with incoming and returning families pertaining to upcoming school year
    • Monitor and Process payments (prepare bank deposits as needed)
    • Perform payment reconciliations
    • Maintain electronic financial documents and records

    Financial Aid: Assist Manager of Financial Aid with the following Tasks:
    • Process applications and supporting materials
    • Prepare files for Financial Aid Committee
    • Schedule and hold Family Interviews
    • Enter awards and send decision letters 
     
    Surveys
    • Report Lycée's data into NAIS DASL database
    • Report Lycée's data to US Department of Education (Census)
    • Report Lycée's data to Board of Education
     
    Qualifications and Skills
     
    Education/Experience
    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
    • Three years of responsible experience in accounting and/or customer service.

    Skills/Abilities
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Ability to communicate and work effectively in a multicultural community
    • Knowledge of database management concepts
    • Ability to analyze and manipulate sets of data in spreadsheets and knowledge of database-related functions
    • Knowledge of basic financial and accounting principles
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite with aptitude to learn new systems
    • Avid learner
    • Fluency in French (oral and written) required
    Annual salary range: $60,000-$70,000
     
    Click here to read the full job description.

    Click here to submit your application.

Teacher Positions

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  • Elementary English Teacher position for 2025-26

    Located on the Upper East Side of New York City, the Lycée Français de New York is an accredited private school committed to bilingual French and American education of the highest standard. Our mission is to prepare students of many origins to be thinkers, innovators and leaders, at home in the world. 
    The Lycée is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Elementary English teacher for the 2025-26 school year.  We are looking for a teacher who: 
    • has an MA and/or has completed a graduate program in education (must be from an English-speaking university)
    • has at least 2 years experience teaching (experience in grades 1-5 is prioritized)
    • has training/background in English/ ELA
    • is adaptable, flexible and willing to teach several different grades 
    • is willing to teach students with different language proficiency levels (ELL, intermediate, and native proficiency)
    • has strong writing and speaking skills
    • believes in differentiation in the classroom
    • is innovative and technology-savvy
    • enjoys collaborating on curriculum and project-based learning
    • has a commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and belonging
    Knowledge of French a plus
     
    Annual Salary Range:
    $73,576 – $123,417
    This range corresponds to steps 5 through 30 of our current salary scale, based on full-time teaching experience.
     
    Applications must be submitted online by using this link provided and any required supporting documentation (cover letter and resume) must be uploaded.  
    The Lycée Français de New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Please note that the Lycée will only hire candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States as of their employment start date.

  • Preschool Co-Teacher Position – 2025–2026

    The Lycée Français de New York is an accredited private school committed to delivering a bilingual French and American education of the highest standard. Our mission is to prepare students of diverse backgrounds to become thinkers, innovators, and leaders who are at home in the world.
    For the 2025–2026 academic year, the Lycée Français de New York is seeking individuals interested in working in a bilingual French/English environment for the following position:

    Preschool Co-Teacher

    We are looking for a teacher who: 
    • has a bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood or Childhood Education
    • has at least 2 years of experience teaching in Early Childhood 
    • has strong writing and speaking skills in English 
    • is innovative and technology-savvy
    • enjoys collaborating on curriculum and teaching practices
    • is adaptable and flexible
    • has a commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and belonging
    Annual Salary Range:
    $73,576 – $123,417
    This range corresponds to steps 5 through 30 of our current salary scale, based on full-time teaching experience.
    Applications must be submitted online by using this link provided and any required supporting documentation (cover letter and resume) must be uploaded.  
    The Lycée Français de New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Please note that the Lycée will only hire candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States as of their employment start date.

  • Secondary English Teacher - 6th to 12th grades

    The Lycée Français de New York is an accredited private school committed to delivering a bilingual French and American education of the highest standard. Our mission is to prepare students of diverse backgrounds to become thinkers, innovators, and leaders who are at home in the world. For the 2025–2026 academic year, the Lycée Français de New York is seeking individuals interested in working in a bilingual French/English environment for the following position:

    Secondary English Teacher

    We are looking for a teacher who: 
    • has an MA in English or higher (must be from an English-speaking university) 
    • has at least 2 years of experience teaching English in grades 6-12, with a strong preference for Middle School experience
    • has experience in co-teaching and small group pull out instruction, as well as whole class instruction (this is a hybrid position)
    • is adaptable, flexible and willing to teach across both divisions
    • is willing to teach students with different language proficiency levels (ELL, Intermediate and Honors courses)
    • believes in differentiation in the classroom
    • has strong writing and speaking skills
    • is innovative and technology-savvy
    • enjoys collaborating on curriculum and project-based learning
    • has a commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and belonging 
    Knowledge of French a plus

    Annual Salary Range:
    $73,576 – $123,417
    This range corresponds to steps 5 through 30 of our current salary scale, based on full-time teaching experience.
    Applications must be submitted online by using this link provided and any required supporting documentation (cover letter and resume) must be uploaded.  
    The Lycée Français de New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Please note that the Lycée will only hire candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States as of their employment start date.

Academic Support Positions

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  • Secondary Assistant/Grade Coordinator - 2025-2026 School Year

    Accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools, the New York State Board of Regents, and the French Ministry of National Education, the Lycée Français de New York is a Nursery-12 international private school located on the Upper East Side of New York City. With over 68 nationalities represented, the Lycée offers a vibrant and diverse learning environment for students.

    At the Lycée, well-being is an essential foundation for learning. Under the leadership of the Dean of Middle School, the Student and Community Life Department is responsible for ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment while upholding community rules and agreements. The Lycée Français de New York is seeking an experienced professional to join this dedicated team on a full-time basis as a Secondary Assistant/Grade Coordinator, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. 

    Here are the qualifications for this position:

    Required: 
    • Minimum of 3 years experience in an educational setting 
    • Demonstrated knowledge child development, pedagogy, and positive discipline practices
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • High level of professionalism; ability to react quickly, calmly, and appropriately, during emergency situations 
    • Ability to interact with children in a positive and nurturing manner
    • Proven knowledge of conflict management strategies
    Preferred: 
    • Bilingual or fluent in French
    • Comfortable in large and small group settings 
    • Experience with Google suite, Blackbaud, and other educational software
    • Strong team player 
    • Area of interest or special expertise such as expressive arts 
    Compensation: 
    This is a full-time, non-exempt academic position, operating on the Lycée school calendar. The annual base salary being offered is commensurate with experience and ranges from $50,000 to $60,000.
     
    How to apply:
    Committed to fostering an inclusive community, the Lycée Français de New York celebrates diverse identities and lived experiences, which enrich our students' learning. We respect, support, and value our students' and employees' voices, and we strive to offer an equitable environment in which they can thrive. The Lycée will only hire a candidate who is lawfully authorized to work in the United States as of the date employment is to begin.
    To apply, please use this link to submit your cover letter and resume.

Exchange Visitor Program (J1 Visa)

The Lycée Français de New York has been a designated Exchange Visitor Program Sponsor for Teachers since 1961.

Over the past five decades, the Lycée has received dozens of foreign teachers, mostly from France. These exchanges have enriched our participants by allowing them to experience first hand American society and culture, along with its educational system. They act as ambassadors of their home countries, sharing with colleagues and students their own culture and "savoir faire".

Indeed, the Lycée Exchange Visitor Program is a unique opportunity for our foreign teachers to sharpen their professional skills by experiencing a new educational philosophy and to perfect their knowledge of the English language. Once they complete the program and return to their respective home countries, our foreign teachers are able to share their newly acquired knowledge and experiences with their peers, and by doing so, help promote mutual understanding between people of the U.S. and people of their home country. Click here for more information.

Exchange Visitor Program Hotline

To help safeguard the health, safety and welfare of all exchange visitors, there is an Exchange Visitor Program (EVP) Emergency Hotline – 1-866-283-9090 – a 24/7 toll-free telephone number that allows exchange visitors to directly contact the Department of State in emergency and urgent situations.  A Department representative is available 24 hours a day.

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