AASCU Study Abroad Opportunity—Teach English in France
An extraordinary opportunity for students to be immersed in the rich culture of France, while making a lasting impact in public schools throughout France.
Applications open in mid-October.
Imagine living and working in the captivating landscapes of France, immersing oneself in its rich culture, and getting paid to teach English to enthusiastic French students.
The Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF) offers a remarkable postgraduation academic and professional development opportunity for university students. Participants ages 20 to 35 have the chance to experience living and working in France through a seven-month work contract, teaching English to French students of all ages in public schools across France, including Departements d’Outre-Mer (overseas departments such as Martinique and Guadeloupe.)
TAPIF isn’t limited to language enthusiasts alone. Regardless of major or field of study, this opportunity welcomes participants from all disciplines. Applicants are required to demonstrate intermediate low proficiency in French at a conversational level and to have completed at least six semesters of university classes.
Who should participate?
- Current students or graduates ages 20 to 35
- Language enthusiasts with a demonstrated proficiency of conversational French who are eager to share their skills and embrace new cultures
- Curious minds from all academic disciplines who have completed at least six semesters of university classes
- Individuals with a passion for teaching and making a difference
How will you benefit?
- Experience an unparalleled postgraduation opportunity to live, work, and teach English in France
- Explore post-TAPIF career pathways in the teaching field
- Earn a French as a foreign language graduate certificate while in France and transfer completed credits toward a master’s in teaching at esteemed U.S. partner universities
- Expand your network and connect with like-minded students and professionals
- Upon completion of the program, alumni gain access to generous MA and PhD scholarships in both the U.S. and France
Testimonial
“Our assistantships allowed us to wear many hats – American culture specialists, lesson planners, public transport connoisseurs, French bakery enthusiasts, group tutorial providers, French administration experts, English department colleagues, public speakers, explorers, and cross-cultural communicators to name a few! Living in Troyes and working in the French school system was an experience of cultural immersion that only intensified our penchant for all things French.”
Program highlights
TAPIF fosters language learning and cultural exchange.
With an annual intake of approximately 1,300 American teaching assistants, TAPIF fosters language learning and cultural exchange, enabling participants to enhance their language proficiency, teaching skills, and personal development in this pre-professional mobility program.
Earn credits toward a master’s in teaching at esteemed partner universities.
TAPIF, as part of the French Embassy’s cultural and education department, also provides exciting opportunities for participants to pursue a career in teaching. The new TAPIF to Teacher program (as part of the French for All initiative) offers a scholarship for a French as a foreign language certificate in France, along with transfer credits toward a master’s in teaching at esteemed U.S. partner universities such as Boston University and Concordia College (MN). Additionally, TAPIF alumni can apply for the Multi-State Pathways to Teaching French program, which facilitates a teaching career through an online curriculum, a learning plan for obtaining a teaching license, and connections with local education agencies.
Program Partner
Applications open every year in mid-October and close at the end of January.
Ready to take the leap?
This initiative is the gateway to an unforgettable experience, where teaching, travel, and cultural immersion intersect.
Don’t miss out on this life-changing opportunity!
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