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We are currently seeking a Director, a Bookkeeper and a Teacher.

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Posted on 9/22/2026

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville (AFC) is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization and oversee its day-to-day operations, educational programs, cultural activities, membership, fundraising, and community engagement.

Reporting to the Board of Directors through the Board President, the Executive Director is the organization’s chief staff officer and is responsible for turning the Board’s strategic priorities into effective programs, operations, and measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of AFC in accordance with its mission, bylaws, policies, strategic priorities, and approved budget.

  • Develop and implement annual operating plans and priorities established by the Board.

  • Monitor organizational performance and provide the Board with regular updates on programs, finances, personnel, and progress toward goals.

  • Identify opportunities, challenges, and risks and make recommendations to the Board.

Educational & Cultural Programs

  • Oversee AFC’s French-language classes, instructors, schedules, and educational programming.

  • Develop and evaluate classes, conversation groups, cultural events, lectures, and other activities.

  • Identify opportunities for new programs and partnerships with educational and cultural organizations.

Financial & Administrative Management

  • Work with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to develop the annual budget.

  • Monitor income and expenses and ensure operations remain within the approved budget.

  • Review financial reports and oversee appropriate financial controls.

  • Work with the Treasurer, bookkeeper, accountant, and other professionals on financial reporting, tax filings, and regulatory requirements.

  • Authorize routine expenditures within Board-approved limits.

Personnel

  • Supervise and evaluate AFC employees and instructors.

  • Recruit and oversee instructors in accordance with approved policies and budgets.

  • Establish work assignments, expectations, and performance standards.

  • Recommend staffing levels and compensation to the Board when appropriate.

Membership, Fundraising & Development

  • Develop strategies to attract and retain members and increase participation in AFC programs.

  • Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.

  • Identify grant opportunities and coordinate grant applications.

  • Develop partnerships that strengthen AFC’s financial sustainability and community presence.

Community Engagement

  • Serve as a principal public representative of the Alliance Française deCharlottesville.

  • Build and maintain relationships with schools, universities, cultural institutions, businesses, community organizations, and Francophone organizations.

  • Promote AFC and its programs throughout Charlottesville and the surrounding region.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience in nonprofit, educational, cultural, or organizational leadership.

  • Strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience supervising employees, instructors, or volunteers.

  • Familiarity with budgeting and nonprofit financial management.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong commitment to promoting the French language and French and Francophone cultures.

  • Knowledge of French and Francophone cultures.

  • French-language proficiency appropriate to the responsibilities of the position.

About the Role

The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, instructors, members, volunteers, and community partners to advance AFC’s mission and strengthen its educational and cultural impact in the Charlottesville community.

Employment status, compensation, and benefits: To be determined by the Board of Directors.

Hourly rate: $27.00

How to apply:

Please email the following items in PDF format to director@afcville.org:

- Your Résumé/CV

- Your cover letter  

- A list of 3 references with their full name, title, email and phone number

Please note: Due to the large number of applicants we receive, we will only be able to contact those that we would like to meet for interviews.

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are chosen based on ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

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Posted on 9/22/2026

BOOKKEEPER

Reports to: Executive Director (Board President in absence of Executive Director)

Financial Accountability: Executive Director and Board Treasurer

Status: To be determined by the Board

Hourly rate: $23.00

Part-time: 8 hours per week

Position Summary

The Bookkeeper provides bookkeeping, administrative, registration, recordkeeping, and general office support for the Alliance Française de Charlottesville (AFC). This is primarily an administrative and financial-recordkeeping position, not an executive or policy-making role. The Bookkeeper follows established AFC policies and procedures and supports the Executive Director, Treasurer, Board, instructors, students, and members.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping & Financial Administration

  •  Record membership dues, tuition, donations, grants, event revenue, and other receipts.

  •  Record and properly categorize expenditures.

  •  Maintain the general ledger and supporting financial records.

  •  Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.

  •  Reconcile bank and credit-card accounts.

  •  Process invoices and prepare payments in accordance with AFC authorization procedures.

  •  Maintain payroll information and coordinate with the payroll provider, as applicable.

  •  Maintain records of instructor compensation and payments.

  •  Track restricted donations and grants, when applicable.

  •  Prepare routine monthly financial reports for the Executive Director and Treasurer.

  •  Maintain financial records needed for tax filings, Form 990 preparation, financial reviews, and audits.

2. Class & Membership Administration

  • Process class registrations, tuition payments, memberships, and renewals.

  •  Maintain accurate student, instructor, member, and donor records.

  •  Maintain membership and donor databases.

  •  Provide routine information regarding classes, memberships, and AFC activities.

  •  Assist with class scheduling and related administrative arrangements as directed by the Executive Director.

3. Office Management & Administrative Support

  • Manage routine correspondence, telephone calls, email, mail, and office inquiries.

  •  Maintain organizational files, records, calendars, and administrative schedules.

  •  Monitor office supplies and equipment.

  •  Maintain contracts, insurance documents, licenses, and other administrative records.

  •  Provide logistical and administrative support for AFC programs and events.

4. Board & Organizational Support

  •  Provide financial and administrative information requested by the Executive Director, President, or Treasurer.

  •  Assist with preparation of materials for Board meetings.

  •  Maintain organizational records and documentation as assigned.

How to apply:

Please email the following items in PDF format to director@afcville.org:

- Your Résumé/CV

- Your cover letter  

- A list of 3 references with their full name, title, email and phone number

Please note: Due to the large number of applicants we receive, we will only be able to contact those that we would like to meet for interviews.

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are chosen based on ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

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Posted on 09/22/2026

ONLINE FRENCH INSTRUCTOR

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville is seeking a part-time instructor of French to teach online evening thematic classes, using Zoom

Organization Description

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville is a Virginia nonprofit corporation founded in 1993. As part of the Alliance Française network, our mission is to promote knowledge and appreciation of the French language and Francophone cultures, and to encourage friendship and collaboration with the French-speaking world.

Job Title: French Instructor

Type: Part-time (evening hours only)

Area: For Charlottesville and its area (online only)

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Source, create, prepare and teach thematic classes for Alliance Française de Charlottesville adult learners

  • Design and teach specific topics related to French culture, history, current events and francophone countries to students of all levels

  • Guide and encourage students to learn to speak, understand, read, and write French

  • Follow Alliance Française pedagogical guidelines based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

 Minimum Qualifications:

  • Native French speaker or equivalent (C1 level)

  • Educational background in Français Langue Etrangère (Licence, DAEFLE, DUFLE, Master…) and/or U.S. teaching certification

  • Prior work experience as a teacher of French (3 years minimum).

  • A valid authorization to work in the U.S.A. (work permit, green card or U.S. citizenship). The AFC does not sponsor visas.

  • Availability to teach evening classes from Monday to Thursday (any time between 6:00 - 8:30 pm EST)

  • Availability to teach 60-minute and/or 90-minute-long group classes.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Computer proficiency and experience with Zoom preferred

  • Prior teaching experience for the Alliance Française network preferred

To apply:

Please email the following items in French and in PDF format to director@afcville.org:

- your CV and cover letter  

- a list of 3 references with their full name, title, email and phone number

Please note:

-        Part of the job interview will be conducted in French.

-        Due to the large number of applicants we receive, we will only be able to contact those that we would like to meet for interviews.

The Alliance Française de Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are chosen based on ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.