kandidatu France

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1 Check the conditions You are here

Open only to contract agents, so people who are not civil servants can apply. You need a criminal record compatible with teaching and, for foreign candidates, a valid residence permit with a work permit if from outside the EU.

Open to non-civil servants

Category: Category A (executive)

Diploma: Master or equivalent degree in economics and management

Experience: Beginners accepted

The profile they look for:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree (M1 or M2) in economics and management.
  • Good listening skills and enjoyment of teaching.
  • Independent, organised and open to dialogue.
  • Good communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
  • Experience in the service sector is highly valued.
2 Résumé and cover letter

A one- or two-page résumé and a short cover letter that takes up the duties of the offer with your examples. If you are a civil servant, you are often asked for your latest status decision (arrêté) and your latest annual review reports.

3 Apply

No deadline given: the offer can be withdrawn at any time, do not wait.

Apply on the employer's website, using the link on the official offer page on Choisir le Service Public.

See the official offer and apply ↗
4 Interview and answer

If your application is shortlisted, the employer contacts you for an interview, often with two or three people. Prepare: why this job, your experience close to the duties, and your questions.

Good to know:

  • For the 2026 school year, selected candidates join a pool of contract teachers.
  • Full-time load: 18 hours of classes per week in front of pupils or students.
  • Remote work not possible.

Kandidatu is an independent website: only the official posting counts. Read it before you apply.