TEFL Mastery in Nice: Government-Endorsed Training for ESL Career Growth

We only really offer courses that have a reputation for being both good quality and accessible for everyone. With that being said, the 120-hour course that we provide is definitely one of our most popular. Our students love it and employers are always pleased when they see it on your résumé. We have specifically made this course to be helpful for you when you want to be able to teach English quickly.

The course is 120 hours in length because this is agreed as being the minimum amount of time that you would need to learn to teach English as a foreign language. We’ve also tried to make sure that it is accessible for you regardless of what you want to do, so you will be pleased to hear that the only things you need to sign up for the course are a C1 level of proficiency in English, and a device that can access the online platform we use. However, the device that you’re using right now to read this can probably do the job.

The services that we provide are always evolving and growing. That’s why we have a dedicated app that you can use and employers can check our website to make sure that your qualifications are not only authentic but also up to standard for what you will need to teach.

If there is one thing that we definitely encourage, it’s people learning in the way that works for them because everybody learns differently. The course has 10 modules in it, and regardless of how you choose to learn, you will study the same 10 modules as everybody else. However, you’ve got access to written material, audio clips or video. This is a course which gives you universal skills. It’s not just going to help you get a job in France, it will help you get a job in Germany or America or Japan. These are universal teaching skills that you can take anywhere in the world, so if you ever want to leave France and teach somewhere else, you’ve got options.

You get six months to finish the qualification. Technically speaking, you can get qualified in four weeks, but if you don’t have four weeks exclusively to study, then you can use the six months however you please.

Looking for a job in France as a new teacher boils down to one of four options. Generally speaking, these four options are available in any country around the world, but some of them are more difficult to start than others, and it depends where you choose to go in the world and what the rules are. Let’s talk about what we mean.

Public Schools

Nearly every country in the world has a public school system, and France is no exception. French public schools teach English as a second language, and they usually start doing this from a young age, so you can pick where you want to teach. However, you also have to be aware that there are more than a few qualifications and expectations placed on you if you want to get a job in the public sector.

First and foremost, you will need to have a degree and teaching qualification. The teaching qualification is usually a specific one that you get in France, and it won’t be covered by your normal TEFL qualification. It’s like a separate qualification that goes alongside it. For this reason, most people can’t immediately start teaching in public schools in France, but it’s definitely something you could work towards. It would probably only take you a year or 2 to get the teaching qualification, and if you already have a degree, then you could start applying for jobs.

International Schools

International schools are private schools, which makes them the next step up from public school. The main difference between public school and international schools is that you have to pay to attend the international school, and you usually get a more sophisticated education as a result. If you’re a teacher, then your incentive to work at an international school is usually a much higher salary than public education can provide, as well as access to other benefits like accommodation, travel costs or a nice yearly bonus.

However, you will need even more qualifications and experience if you want to teach at a private school. They’re very picky about the staff they employ, and the competition will be fierce. This is probably the most lucrative teaching position you could get, so it’s worth trying to do after a few years.

Language Schools

If we had to recommend a good starting career path for a new teacher, we would definitely suggest that you take a look at a language school. Language schools are everywhere across France and the greater Europe area, and they are the bread and butter for a new teacher. The qualifications that you need are fairly minimal – your 120 hours certificate will most likely get you a job – and there are plenty of good contracts available.

You are going to be working with adults who are trying to learn English as a second language later in life. They will probably be looking to learn business English in a lot of situations because it can help them get a job. However, you will mostly be teaching in the evenings and on the weekends because that’s when they have the free time to learn.

The only real drawback to a language school is that they can’t usually offer a full-time contract. You will only get about 30 hours, so you may need to find other ways to boost your income.

Tutoring

If you want to make some extra money, then we definitely recommend that you explore being a tutor. The good thing about tutoring is that you can do it anywhere, so it doesn’t matter where in France you choose to go.

You will be responsible for running your own tutoring business. You will have to decide how much you charge for a session, and where you will teach people. You will also have to declare your income to the government, and this will involve paying taxes. You may also have to register as a small business depending on the local rules of the area.

With all of this being said, people like tutoring because it gives them a lot of freedom. It’s also a good way to supplement your income if you only have a part-time contract with a language school.

If you want to teach English as a foreign language in any part of France, then you need to get a permit or a Visa depending on the country that you are coming from. Thankfully, it’s not difficult to travel to these places, and applying for permanent residency is quite straightforward later on. We definitely recommend researching the requirements for the country that you are travelling from, because there are some parts of the world where you have to have different forms of evidence that you are going to be able to earn money, or going through a specific application process.

Nice

As a charming resort town, Nice seemingly has it all. It’s got culture coupled with the good weather that everyone wants from life in France, so it’s definitely a strong contender for an English teacher.

Paris

As the capital of France, we would definitely be remiss not to talk about Paris and the many things it can offer. This is the culture, fashion and tourism hub for the whole country. You would definitely have a lot of career opportunities here.

Your salary as a TEFL teacher will be decided by your skillset, current occupation and side hustles. Obviously, your qualifications will influence your job, and this will decide how much you make. If you want to earn more, then you can pick up a side hustle like tutoring. The normal salary in France is €2000 per month. This is plenty to live comfortably if you are prepared to embrace local culture and cuisine.

France is normally a very comfortable place to live. It’s not usually expensive, but it is currently having a slight increase in the cost of living. The best thing you can do is live like a local. If you eat local food, use public transport, and rent just outside the city limits, then you’re more likely to have money left over to spend on enjoying life or simply saving.

• Salary: €2000
• Average Rent: €1000
• Utilities: €160
• Public Transport Pass: €60
• Milk: €1.5
• Bread: €2

To find the cost of living figures, we use Numbeo.com, the world’s largest cost of living comparison website.