CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must be a Canadian citizen OR a native of a country participating in the program and in possession of a Canadian permanent resident card ; and residing in Canada at the time of application (except for applicants in exchange programs abroad).

AGE: Candidates must be between 20 and 35 years old on the start date of the program. The age limit is strict and we cannot make exceptions. We do not offer any similar programs for people not meeting this program eligibility requirements.

EDUCATION: Having completed at least one year of university studies at the time of application date. If you are not currently enrolled in university, but have recently graduated, or stopped your studies, you can apply if you have previous experience in teaching or a degree in Education, and as long as you can have an evaluation/recommendation from a former teacher.

Applicants from all fields of study are eligible and encouraged to apply to the program. Candidates must have completed the majority of their studies in Canada.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Proficiency in French is required (minimum B1 level on Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) in order to facilitate work in the classroom and integrating easily into a new community. An evaluation attesting to the applicant’s French skills is required (by a French current or former teacher is recommended or if not possible with a French language proficiency test or diploma such as DELF or TCF).

French majors and minors are encouraged to apply.

OTHER:

The selection process favors applicants who have prior experience teaching or working with children, adolescents, and/or adults. This is not required, but all applicants should demonstrate at least an interest in education.

Candidates must possess the skills to promote cultural understanding between France and Canada. Previous experience living, working and/or traveling abroad is helpful in demonstrating this ability and an appreciation of other cultures.

The start date of the contract is non-negotiable. You must be available to start on October 1st to avoid being excluded from the program.