Teaching English in France: At a Glance

The rugged coasts of Normandy, the castles and villages of the Loire Valley, and the picturesque French Riviera – it’s no wonder France is a popular destination. The ESL market is not as large here as in other countries, but those who do land a position in France will have no lack of things to do and see.

Monthly Salary*: 1,400 - 2,000 EUR Accommodations: Rarely included Airfare: Rarely included Health Care: Usually included Holidays: Usually paid Teaching Hours per Week: 10 - 30 Typical Contract Length: One year preferred; short-term may be available Typical Start Month(s): September or January Application Timeline: 3 - 9 months Private Tutoring per Hour: 10 - 20 EUR Income Tax††: 5.5 - 40% Cost of Living**: Cost of a Big Mac = 4.34 EUR Exchange Rate†: As of 05-20-2013 1.00 EUR = 1.29 USD 1.00 USD = 0.78 EUR Ability to Save: Low Visa: EU citizenship preferred Minimum Requirements: Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate and High School Diploma; Bachelor's Degree preferred Additional Notes: Summer camp positions available

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The romance of Paris and the beauty of the Loire Valley castles, the French Riviera and the Alps, the scars of Lille and the glitter of Nice: these are just a few examples of what attract millions of visitors each year. France is the top tourist destination in the world.

The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification and the Graduate Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality.  Learn more about teaching English in France and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-800-779-1779, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.

* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
** The Big Mac Index is a credible, reliable, third-party cost-of-living index created by The Economist. For comparison purposes, it lists the cost of an American Big Mac at $4.07.
† Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† Income tax rate is based on the amount of yearly income. Most TESOL/TESL/TEFL instructors will be charged no more than the minimum percentage.

Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.

Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.