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Learn more about training, job opportunities and professional development for teachers in French education programs in B.C.


Last updated: April 4, 2023


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Complete a Teacher Education Program in B.C.

Simon Fraser University (SFU) and the University of British Columbia (UBC) both offer teacher education programs led in French. The Pre-Service French Teachers Bursary is available from SFU or UBC.

Applying from another province

For more information, on the eligibility requirements if you are applying from another province

Applying from another country

For more information, on the eligibility requirements if you are applying from outside of Canada 

Become a French-language education assistant

Education assistants provide classroom support under the supervision of classroom teachers. Éducacentre College offers programs in French – the Education Assistant Program and Early Childhood Education Diploma.

Find a Job in French Education in B.C.

Most school districts advertise their teaching positions Make a Future. Click on a school district number on the map below to access each school district's website. View larger map here.

 

School district in British Columbia

 

Professional Development Opportunities for French Educators

There are many opportunities for B.C. educators to attend courses, conferences and education programs to improve their academic and linguistic competencies in French.

Where can you find professional development opportunities in French education?

University of British Columbia (UBC):

Summer institutes and language programs (Level: Beginner to Intermediate/Advanced)

Two-year part-time graduate program (Level: Intermediate/fluency in French required)

University of Victoria:

For more information, contact UVCS.Languages@uvic.ca.

Simon Fraser University:

For more information, contact educprog@sfu.ca.