Paid English Language Assistant Internship in a French Primary School, Lyon

Location: Multiple locations across Spain (Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville) | Type: Part-Time English Teaching Internship

About Us

At a leading primary education academy, we deliver immersive English language programs across Spain’s top schools. Our collaborative network partners with local academies to foster strong conversational English skills in children aged 8–11, while enriching cultural exchange through host-family placements.

Role Overview

As an English Language Assistant Intern, you’ll support passionate educators in crafting and delivering engaging lessons for young learners. You’ll lead conversational English activities during school hours and extend language support at home by helping your host family practice daily. This part-time internship offers hands-on experience in primary education and international immersion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and prepare interactive lesson plans focused on conversational English games and activities.
• Lead small group and one-on-one sessions to reinforce vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.
• Facilitate engaging English conversations in the classroom, encouraging active learner participation.
• Collaborate daily with school management and teachers to integrate English into the broader curriculum.
• Monitor student progress, assess learning outcomes, and provide constructive feedback.
• Support your host family’s English practice, creating a reciprocal language-exchange environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Enrollment in or recent graduation from an Education, Linguistics, or related degree program.
• Native or fluent English proficiency; conversational Spanish is advantageous.
• Passion for teaching English to children aged 8–11, with previous classroom or tutoring experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for both school and home settings.
• Creative approach to designing engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
• Adaptable, reliable, and comfortable living with a Spanish host family.
• Availability to commit to part-time hours during the academic term.

By the End of Your Internship

You will complete this internship having gained:

• Hands-on teaching experience in international primary education settings.
• Enhanced lesson-planning and educational content-creation skills.
• Improved Spanish proficiency through immersive daily interactions.
• An official certificate of completion and potential credit toward your undergraduate placement year.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive accommodation and meals package with a supportive Spanish host family.
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development in teaching methodologies.
• Membership in a vibrant intern community across Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville.
• Valuable addition to your CV, showcasing international teaching experience and cross-cultural skills.