How to Become an English Teacher in France

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Research teaching agencies that recruit foreigners to teach in France.

   The most popular program is the French Teaching Assistant program run by the government, although many other private agencies are available.
   
   Choose one that offers positions matching your desired length of stay, pay rate, and location.
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   Step 2: Apply for employment with a recruiting agency.

   Before being able to teach in France, your future employer will need to sponsor you at the labor department and obtain your working papers.
   
   All foreigners planning on working in France need to be sponsored by a future employer.
   
   European Union citizens, however, do not need to obtain a special working visa. , You will need this permit before you can apply for a work visa. ,,, These will include passports, photographs, proof of residence, and processing fees. , You will need to pick up the visa as soon as it is ready. , Report to your employer by the start date of your contract, as indicated on your work permit.
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   Step 3: Wait for your local French consulate to send you a letter indicating that you have been granted a work permit to teach English.

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   Step 4: Begin the visa application process by scheduling a visa appointment at your local French consulate.

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   Step 5: Fill out the long stay visa application form available at your local French consulate or on its website.

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   Step 6: Present the required documents and fees

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   Step 7: as listed in the application

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   Step 8: to your local French consulate.

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   Step 9: Remain near your local French consulate for 1 to 3 weeks to await issuing of the visa.

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    Step 10: Travel to France after obtaining your visa.

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