We advise you to go to Career Pathways, select the profile that corresponds to your situation and follow the steps.
Language proficiency requirements may vary, but generally, you should have a high level of proficiency in French and English. Some positions may require you to prove your language skills through standardized tests, such as
- TEF (Test d’évaluation de français): For immigration, work, or study purposes, evaluating listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- TCF Canada (Test de connaissance du français pour le Canada): Assesses French language proficiency for immigration, work, or study, including listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
- DELF (Diplôme d’études en langue française) and DALF (Diplôme approfondi de langue française): Official French proficiency diplomas recognized for academic and professional use.
- CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) and NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens): Used for immigration to assess language proficiency for daily life, work, or study.
- TFI (Test de français international): Measures workplace-related French language skills, focusing on listening and reading.
- TEF Canada: Assesses both English and French language proficiency for immigration and professional purposes.
- TFAQ (Test de français adapté au Québec): Designed for immigration to Quebec, assessing language skills required for living and working in the province.
- TFI for Studies: Evaluates French language proficiency in an academic context, often used by Canadian universities and colleges.
While Canadian citizenship is not always a requirement, you will need a valid work visa or permanent residency status to work as a teacher in BC.
French teachers are employed in various educational settings in BC, including public schools, private schools, and international schools. French immersion programs are also popular in public schools.
Yes, BC offers professional development opportunities for teachers, including those specializing in French education. These opportunities can help you stay current with teaching methods and curriculum changes.
Salaries for French teachers in BC can vary depending on factors like experience, location, and the type of school. Normally, each job posting should display the salary range offered.
Yes, BC schools often have support services and resources for French language learners, especially in French immersion programs, to help students become proficient in both English and French.
There are two streams: Early French Immersion, starting in Kindergarten or Grade 1, and Late French Immersion, which begins in Grade 6.
Early French Immersion allows students to begin their French language education in Kindergarten or Grade 1, offering a longer duration to become bilingual and appreciate Francophone cultures. Late French Immersion, on the other hand, starts in Grade 6, providing a more condensed period to achieve similar goals
The Conseil Scolaire Francophone (CSF) is responsible for delivering the Francophone Program in BC. This program provides education in French within a Francophone environment. It is available in schools throughout the province and is an excellent option for students seeking a full French-language education.
Availability may vary by school district and region. Core French is more widely available, while Intensive French and French Immersion programs might be offered in specific districts. The Francophone Program by CSF has schools throughout the province, making it more widely accessible for students interested in a French-language education.