Country Guides: France

Atlantic beaches, world-class skiing, gastronomic wonders and thousands of years of culture: whatever you're looking for, France has it. Flanked by the Pyrenees and Mediterranean to the south, the Bay of Biscay and English Channel to the west and north, and the Alps to the east, the country is justifiably the world's top travel destination.

With so much to discover, it's handy that France has one of Europe's best rail systems, whisking you to most parts of the country and beyond for surprisingly little money. But if you hire a car, remember: avoid the Arc de Triomphe!

Demand For Teachers

High

Main TEFL Regions

Paris, Lyon, Montpellier, Marseilles

Main Types of Teacing

  • Private Language Schools: General English, Business English, Cambridge FCE/CAE
  • In-company: General English, Business English
  • Telephone Lessons: General English, Business English
  • French Chambers of Commerce: General English, Business English, Cambridge FCE/CAE, Franco-British Chamber of Commerce English diplomas

Busiest Periods

September-May

Salary

  • Contract teachers (EUR1,400-EUR1,800 per month)
  • Freelance teachers (EUR15-18 per hour)
  • Pay is commensurate with a teacher's qualifications and experience.

Tax

Progressive

Contracts

9-12 months

Visa Requirements

EU members need to apply for a work/residency permit within 3 months of arrival or on employment. Non–EU citizens need to apply for a work permit prior to arrival

Requirements

  • TEFL qualification
  • English speaker