They are students or recent graduates of institutions of higher education in their home country.
Many are involved in the field of languages or are preparing to teach English as a Foreign Language.
They often have some experience or have worked with youth.
Interns are here to gain teaching skills through their assignments, to represent their language, culture and country, and to share their knowledge and ideas.
They want to learn first-hand about American culture and improve their English.
An intern’s first obligation is to complete their internship at the Host School.
They are also volunteers who are role models, ambassadors of good will, active community participants, and integrated members of their Host Family or school environment.
The interns are here on a J-1 Intern Visa. A J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the United States to exchange visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange.
The program is set up to benefit the students, teachers and school:
Provides an additional French (native) speaking adult in the French classroom
Allows for teachers to provide more small group instruction in the classroom
Allows students to learn about the French culture in addition to the French language
As well as benefit the interns:
Provides a supervised training experience that will benefit them in their future careers in education
Interns have the opportunity to learn skills associated with an immersion education model
Free room and board to explore the U.S.! Opportunity to improve their English skills
What do interns do in the classroom?
Ask your kids!
Varies significantly by grade. Supervised by a licensed teacher.
Provide instruction by following lesson plans
Participate in or lead small group instruction
Circulate in classrooms to support students and keep them on task
Present on French culture and their country
Assist with supervision of daily classroom routines
