Part-Time French Language Instructor (French as a Second Language – FSL)
Let's be honest: nobody truly learns a language by memorizing endless grammar rules or filling out worksheets. Our goal is simple—we help English-speaking students gain confidence in French, communicate naturally, and succeed in their French as a Second Language (FSL) courses and examinations.
We're looking for a passionate, engaging instructor who can make French approachable, enjoyable, and practical for learners of all ages and skill levels. If you're someone who enjoys teaching, loves the French language, and knows how to build students' confidence, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Actually Do
Teach Real French: Deliver engaging, interactive French lessons that help English-speaking students develop strong speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Prepare Students for Success: Guide students through FSL school curricula and help them prepare for classroom assessments, exams, and other French proficiency evaluations where applicable.
Make Every Lesson Count: Adapt your teaching methods and materials to suit different learning styles, age groups, and proficiency levels.
Track Progress: Assess student performance, provide meaningful feedback, and maintain accurate records of attendance and academic progress.
Collaborate & Improve: Work with our academic team to refine lesson materials, share teaching ideas, and continuously improve the learning experience.
What We're Looking For
We care far more about your knowledge, teaching ability, and passion than buzzwords on a résumé.
Strong Academic Background
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Master's degree in French Literature, French Studies, Linguistics, or a closely related field.
- Bachelor's degree in French or Education will also be considered with relevant teaching experience.
Language Proficiency
- Native or near-native proficiency in French.
- Excellent spoken and written English.
- Comfortable explaining French concepts to English-speaking learners.
Teaching Experience
- Previous experience teaching French as a Second Language (FSL), tutoring, or language instruction is strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing students for school assessments or French proficiency exams is an asset.
Teaching Style
- Patient, energetic, and student-focused.
- Able to simplify complex grammar and pronunciation concepts.
- Creates an encouraging environment where students feel comfortable speaking French from day one.
Position Details
- Position: Part-Time French Language Instructor
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (preferred)
- Work Mode: In-person
- Schedule: Flexible part-time hours, including evenings and/or weekends based on student schedules.
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's student or Master's graduate in French Literature, French Studies, or a related discipline.
- Based in or able to commute to Halifax, NS.
- Experience working with English-speaking learners in an FSL environment.
- Familiarity with Canadian FSL curricula is an asset.
How to Apply:
Skip the generic cover letter—we're far more interested in your teaching.
Send us:
- Your Resume.
- A short note describing your teaching experience, the types of students you've worked with, and how you make French engaging and interactive.
- If applicable, tell us about your experience preparing students for FSL assessments or French language proficiency exams.
Every application is reviewed by a real person. If your teaching philosophy aligns with ours and you have the skills we're looking for, we'll be in touch.
Experience
- French language teaching or tutoring: 2+ years preferred
Location
Work Location
Experience:
- French language teaching: 5 years (preferred)
Location:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
