Project Overview
- Research topics
- Region: National
- Project Overview
Project status
- Completed :
- January 2021-May 2022
Project manager or
resource person
- Kim Murray
- Manager, Events and Special Projects
Association canadienne de professionnels de l'immersion
L’Observatoire program of the Teacher5étoiles campaign ─ Introductory French immersion internships
To address the Canada-wide shortage of French Immersion teachers, ACPI/CAIP has created L'Observatoire - an introductory opportunity to observe and explore teaching practices in French Immersion. This program for university students (two-week stay) and high school students (one-day visit) gives participants the opportunity to:
- Observe and become familiar with the work environment.
- Gain hands-on experience with students and a teacher in a French Immersion classroom.
- See first-hand the impact of a French Immersion career on students' lives, learn about its requirements and continue to explore the possibility of working in this field.
- Experience the daily life of a French Immersion teacher and consider becoming one, too.
- Witness the progress of students in a French Immersion class.
Successful applicants receive a $800 financial contribution and a year's access to the members area of the ACPI/CAIP website. Associate teachers are also paid a fee.
Main takeaways (learnings)
- There's a lot of interest on the part of teachers in hosting a student.
Potential/desired collaborations
School boards and districts
- To make it easier to welcome participants
- To encourage teachers to welcome participants.
University programs offering training in French (e.g. linguistics, science, mathematics, etc.)
- To promote the program
- To stimulate student interest.
Guidance counsellor associations
- To promote the Observatory and job opportunities in French immersion.
