Teach English in
France
Program Highlights
Language assistants in France are assigned to primary or secondary schools. The assistant’s role is to improve the communication skills of the students, particularly in oral expression, and to deepen their knowledge of a different culture.
Foreign language assistants generally support the school’s foreign language teachers. They can work with the whole class in the presence of the teacher or with small groups of students.
- 7-month contract in schools across France
- Monthly salary: approx. €1,010 gross (€800-813 net)
- Housing not provided; participants are to secure their own housing
- Pre-departure guidance in Canada, orientation upon arrival
Requirements
- Education: Must have completed at least one year of university studies at the time of application date. Applicants from all fields of study are eligible and encouraged to apply to the program. Candidates must have completed the majority of their studies in Canada.
- Age: Candidates must be between 20 and 35 years old on the start date of the program.
- French Proficiency: Proficiency in French is required (minimum B1 level) in order to facilitate work in the classroom. An evaluation attesting to the applicant’s French skills is required (by a current/former French teacher; if not possible, with a French language proficiency test or diploma such as DELF or TCF).
- Experience: The selection process favours applicants who have prior experience teaching or working with children, adolescents, and/or adults. This is not required, but all applicants should demonstrate at least an interest in education.