English Tutoring

in France

ProgramPresentation

2017

Ages

18+

Tutor English to a French host family

Contact: Tél : 00 33 2 99 20 06 13

E-mail : angelina@cei4vents.com

Participants based in France are

required to teach English to

children and/or adults in French

families. Classes are conducted in

an informal way, with conversation

and writing for adults and games

for the younger children. The

general organization will all depend

on the family’s needs

Each participant will be required to

teach 15-hours per week,

Monday through Friday, the time of

day determined with the host

family. Tutors are expected to

come up with creative, fun and

informative lesson plans.

Placements are available

throughout the year and all over

France, from North to South!

Programs are one to three months

long.

Participants must be at least 18

years old up to…60 +, they

have earned at least a high

school diploma (secondary

school), are in good health and

agree to abide by the family’s

rules and habits.

Prior knowledge in French (at

least 2 years of study) is

strongly recommended.

Weekends are open to explore

the community, travel to other

parts of France, or go on

weekend excursions with the

family.

BenefitsThis is a great program for people who want to experience the life and culture of France in-depth. A program focused on cultural exchange, the host families are not only excited to learn and improve their English skills, but also to share the characteristics of their country, culture and cuisine!

Accommodation Tutors will be living with a French volunteer host family. Each participant will have their own room and the homes will be clean and comfortable.

What not to expect

This program is not a modified version of an Au Pair or “domestic helper”

program. Volunteer tutors are however encouraged to engage in the daily

routine of the household, such as helping to clean or cook with the host family.

Program Overview

Teaching Aids

Tutors should be prepared to teach English

with specific activities for teaching a family

within the home. Consider what teaching aids

would be most helpful.

Participants will tutor for 15 hours per week so

they must be organized. They should be

prepared to teach conversational English in

particular. Participants will need to take the

initiative to plan and prepare the lessons.

Prior to leaving the country, it is possible to

email the host family in France to find out their

level of English in order to prepare accordingly.

The internet can be a great resource- simple

lesson plans can be downloaded and modified.

Books: children’s books, nursery rhymes and

songbooks are great for younger family

members. Young adult books can be beneficial

for those who speak an advanced level of

English.

Games: Any games from home can be useful

for tutoring children and adults alike – Guess

who, Boggle, Alphabet Cards, Scrabble, etc.

You can also engage the family in outdoor

games such as Frisbee, jump rope, catch, etc.

CDs/Music: You may have access to a CD

player or speakers in your home. Songs with

distinct and clear lyrics, such as children’s

music or pop songs, are great for teaching.

Teaching Guides: Tutors may be required to

teach grammar to some of the more advanced

English speakers. It might be worth taking a

reference book as a guide.

There are plenty of books on teaching English

as a foreign language. These are available in

most large bookstores or online. It is advisable

to bring one of these books for when inspiration

is needed.

It is highly recommended that the tutor brings other teaching resources. The point of the program is to teach English to your host family!

Practical Information

Required Documents

In order to find a suitable host family please send the following information.

• A letter to the host family, explaining why you would like to do a placement in France, a little bit about yourself, what you like to do, etc. (minimum 500 words). Please write a few sentences in French, if you can.

• 3 photos of yourself with family / friends + a description

• A resume

• A letter of recommendation (reference), from a teacher/colleague

• Photocopy of your passport or ID card

• Statement of good health by physician

CEI Responsibilities• CEI will provide a screened host family who will

include three meals daily (when the volunteers travel on their own, the family does not need to provide meals or compensation for meals)

• Volunteers will have access to the home during the day. Families will meet with the volunteer upon arrival.

• CEI will provide a host family description and photos

• CEI will provide a suitable host family at least 10 days before arrival

• CEI will provide the assistance of a local CEI area representative + assistance of the CEI office in Saint-Malo

Program Cost 2017• 1 month: 550 €• 2 months: 650 €• 3 months (less than 90 days*): 800 €* No visa required(not included in program cost- international and domestic transportation, health/accident insurance for the duration of the stay)

• It is also possible to do an intensive French course at the start of your placement. This is held in Paris, at the CEI language course – PARIS LANGUES - and is a good chance to refresh your French language and spend time in Paris.

Host families are flexible with dates, and therefore exact program dates are directly discussed with the host family as soon as the placement is confirmed. This is a good way to start chatting with the host family! At the time of applying, please confirm CEI you preferred program timeline.

NEXT STEPS:

If you are interested in this program, please contact us!

CEI/ Centre d’Echanges Internationaux

11/13, Rue Nicolas BOUVIER

35400 SAINT MALO

Tél : 00 33 2 99 20 06 13

E-mail : angelina@cei4vents.com

We look forward to hearing from you!