Finding a Job
Teaching English in Paris
By Elisabeth Schneiter
The general scene
Paris no longer is, if it ever really was, a mecca for native English
teachers! There are now probably more than 300 language schools offering English classes so the fees are not getting higher.
On the contrary, wages start at 12 Euros an hour, which is very low. But it can be more for private instruction. The good news is that there's more of a demand for English
teachers than ever before.
These schools compete in the lucrative market of continuing education
(formation continue), a system whereby companies pay for courses on behalf
of their employees, who take advantage of it and are not, usually, very
motivated.
So the status of being a teacher is not very rewarding in Paris since these
students are not as respectful or keen as in other places.Still one can hope to survive here teaching English, mostly because it is
still possible to live quite inexpensively.
Contrary to London, for example,
where one feels naked if poor, Paris is quite a civilized place. Cheap
transportation system, food not too expensive, but apartments hard to get.
How to find a teaching job
It is easier to get a job in France if you are a European Union (EU)
citizen. The best is to arrive in Paris around June or July before everyone has gone
on holiday and send CVs around to the schools' addresses, which can be found
in the yellow pages. To find the best airfare to Paris, visit GoNOMAD's flights page.
You can also look in a French-American magazine called
Fusac fusac.com where the schools advertise. This magazine also offers
all sorts of jobs, furniture, lodgings, and other classified ads.Think of having some money in advance because school doesn't start until
September.
Select schools that seem serious, and send them a C.V. with a smiling photo
and a letter written in good French. Include all your skills on your
C.V./resumé! And prepare for the interviews.The turnover of teachers is quite high so the chances are that you'll get
many answers. It's important to have at least a bachelors degree and better
yet to have a TEFL degree but it can work without the latter. Consult this
page for some TEFL teacher training courses.
Much of the teaching in private schools requires skills in teaching business
English: telephone English, meetings, presentations, socializing,
negotiating, attending conferences, writing proposals and documents, etc.You might also be asked to prepare students for the TOEIC test of English,
and information on this can be found at this website
Below are some listings for current jobs in France
Paris, France
English
TESOL Course and Job Placement in Paris includes web link
TEFL International is offering our internationally recognized certificate course in Paris France. You too can begin your new career in the exciting city of lights with our 4 week, 120 hours, TESOL Course meets all international standards for a TESOL/TEFL c...
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TEFL International USA
Any Location in France, France
French
Homestay Tutors Wanted - France includes web link
For teachers who are qualified in teaching French as a foreign language (FLE) and can also themselves provide accommodation (exceptionally with a friend or neighbour) in France, Belgium or Canada (Québec) for individual students on a full-board homestay ba...
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Eurolingua Institute
Thorughout France, not Paris, France
English, French
Teaching Assignments in France includes web link
You will serve as a teaching assistant in your area of specialty such as English instruction, mathematics, or other subjects. These are volunteer assignments and are schedule to last about six weeks. Teachers receive housing with a homestay, meals, and l...
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Global Education Corporation
DIJON - BOURGOGNE, France
French
TEACHER SEMINARS
WELCOME TO BURGUNDY ! The CIEF was founded in 1902. Since then, it has welcomed students from all over the world each year. The courses (16 to 20 hours of tuition a week) are given throughout the year at the University of Burgundy by specialists in the ...
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Burgundy - CIEF
various, France
English
A Total Nannies Cultural Exchange Program
We operate a cultural exchange program placing female students with professional families worldwide. The program offers students the possibility to learn about a different culture and language while living directly with a family from the country of their ...
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Total Nannies
Antibes and Cannes, France
French
Abbey Road Overseas Programs
A Summer Study and Travel Program for American and international teenage students, based in several locations in Spain, France, and Italy, is announcing openings and continuous screening of candidates for positions at 3 levels: Resident Advisors, Program C...
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Abbey Road Overseas Programs
Antibes & Cannes, France
French
Summer Programs on French Riviera & US
Summer Study and Travel Programs for American and international High School students, based in several locations on the French Riviera and the US. Programs in Cannes and Antibes include French immersion and homestay, language and culture studies, pre-coll...
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Abbey Road Overseas Programs
All cities, France
English
TEFL International - TEFL/TESOL courses
Work as an English teacher in France and worldwide. After completing the 4 week intensive TEFL course in Seville or Rome, teachers are placed in schools throughout France and worldwide. Internationally recognized, 4-week intensive TEFL/TESOL courses offere...
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TEFL International
These listings are from GoNOMAD's Teaching Jobs Directory. Find more listings at this link
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