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Host University/ Organization: French Embassy in Canada

Location: France

Eligibility:

• See General Eligibility Criteria Page
• CITIZENSHIP: Canadian citizen OR citizen of another of the program’s participating countries and a Canadian permanent resident (with permanent resident card as proof); and reside in Canada at the time of application (except for candidates who are students participating in an exchange program abroad).
• AGE: 20 to 35 years at the time of starting the program (October 1st). The age limit is strict and we cannot make exceptions. We do not offer a similar program for those who do not meet these criteria.
• EDUCATION: Have completed and passed at least two years of university studies at the time of application. You are also eligible if you are not currently enrolled in university, but have recently graduated or have interrupted your studies. Applications with previous teaching experience or a degree in education will be given priority.
• Candidates from all fields of study are eligible and encouraged to apply to the program. Candidates must have completed the majority of their high school and university studies in Canada.
• The selection process prioritizes candidates with teaching experience or experience working with children, teenagers, and/or adults. Experience is not mandatory, but candidates must demonstrate some level of interest in the field of education.
• Candidates must also have the ability to promote cultural understanding between France and Canada. Experience abroad (having lived, worked, or traveled outside of Canada) would demonstrate this ability and appreciation of other cultures.
• The contract start date is non-negotiable. Candidates must therefore be available to start on October 1st, or will be excluded from the program.

Language Requirements: Proficiency in French is required (minimum B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Language skills are necessary for successful integration into a new community and to facilitate work in the classroom. An assessment certifying French language skills is required. This assessment may be conducted by a current or former French teacher (recommended) or, if this is not possible, a French language test or diploma such as the TCF or DELF can be provided as proof of proficiency). Students with a major or minor in French are encouraged to apply.

Program Duration: 7 months

Overview:

• This program is a joint initiative of the French Ministry of Education,  (formerly known as CIEP), and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in Canada. The program’s goal is to strengthen English-language instruction in French schools by establishing a native speaker presence, while also providing Canadian Francophiles with an excellent teaching experience abroad and first-hand knowledge of French language and culture.

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