CPF was founded in 1977 by parents who wanted to ensure that children would have the opportunity to become bilingual in the Canadian school system. Originally a small group of concerned parents who met in Ottawa, CPF has evolved into a proactive national network with 10 Branch offices and some 150 Chapters in communities nationwide.
The Alberta Branch of CPF was founded in 1977 and incorporated as a non-profit society in 1978 in order to promote, support and enhance French immersion and core French programs throughout this province.
The Edmonton Alliance française is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1947 by Paulette Crévolin. Their main goal is to promote the French language and francophone cultures. In Edmonton, they organize many events to highlight the cultural diversity of francophone communities across the globe. Along with language classes, they offer a variety of social and cultural activities, such as: lunches, talks, exhibits, workshops, outings, and of course, cheese & wine! They also house a library for members to borrow books, CDs and DVDs. All students are automatically given a membership card to benefit from these services. Think of it as a bonus: a chance to join a community of French speakers! The Alliance française of Edmonton (AFE) is a nonprofit organization which finance its activities thanks to subsidies, donations and memberships.
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You can work as a French teacher in schools across Alberta, across Canada and abroad. French proficiency is an asset for any resume.
You can choose to pursue an area of focus dependant on the institution in which you are studying. With French as part of your skill set, school divisions may offer you a position at any grade level.
The level of proficiency required is dependent on the program you will be teaching in. Many school divisions require a proficiency assessment to determine what programs are best suited to your language ability.
The high-school language course pre-requisite requirements vary per University program. By participating in exchange programs, engaging in community activities, and enrolling in French conversation courses, you can build proficiency more quickly and at any age.
Salary is determined by the school division that you work for. Teachers also enjoy job security with health benefits and pensions. For more information on teacher salaries in Alberta, visit alis.ca
There is currently a high demand for French teachers across Canada. French teachers have a very unique skill-set that is sought after by employers. Graduates often have many options when applying for teaching positions.
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The Languages Centre at Woodcroft
13750 Woodcroft Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3M4