In theory you think: working in France, what a dream right? I’d say most people have a good TAPIF experience…I however, had a tough one. I know I know, it’s taken me awhile to talk about this but I definitely was planning on it eventually and I also just needed to get it out...
What language assistants should do before TAPIF
Here’s what language assistants should do before TAPIF and coming to France. If you have any questions feel free to comment below or shoot me an email I’d be happy to help. Have you taught before? Have you worked with kids before? Have you ever been in France for a few months before? Culture...
Finding ‘mon chemin’
As I said before this time around in France I haven’t really experienced any culture shock. It’s more like a bit of confusion and frustration. However, that does all get better in time. In the first few weeks there’s a lot of that but then there are also many more moments of making...
I think they call this ‘surface adjustment’
Ahhhhhh, another day in paradise surrounded by crêpes, baguettes and wine and everything is perfect- said no assistant ever. Then again, being uncomfortable and getting out of my comfort zone is kind of my hobby. It’s week number two and I still haven’t experienced much culture shock. On the other hand it’s mostly little...
Readjusting and letting go
Hello there, still feeling lots of feelings here. I’m just about done packing my life into a suitcase again. I board my flight tomorrow for a whole new adventure. I’m ready and bracing myself for the French language and culture shock part II to slap me in the face. I’m also really excited to...