Moving to Paris as an English teacher is an exciting experience, but if you don’t speak French, it can also be a challenge. While you may work in an English-speaking environment, learning French is essential for integrating into daily life, handling bureaucracy and forming deeper connections with locals. However, balancing teaching responsibilities with language learning isn’t always easy. Our new blog details how to effectively improve your…
Moving to Paris as an expat is a dream for many, but one of the biggest challenges is making genuine French friends. Parisians have a reputation for being reserved, and breaking into social circles that are already formed can feel intimidating. Making local friends as an expat in Paris isn’t always easy, but it’s incredibly rewarding. With patience, cultural understanding, and the right approach, forming meaningful friendships…
Two years ago, our intrepid founder Kathryn, founder and director of Le Bus Anglais, launched the Paris Teachers Club. Her mission was to create a supportive space for English teachers in Paris, where passionate educators could connect and share advice and opportunities, and we are so proud of how far we have come. Since 2022, the Paris Teachers Club has grown in leaps and bounds, and we have achieved…
We write a lot about how to become an English teacher in Paris on our blog, but have you ever wanted to hear from an English teacher about their own journey? This week, we spoke to one of our team members, Ezrah, who has successfully carved out a life for himself in Paris as a teacher and a tour guide! Ezrah, originally from the United States, has a passion for…
It can be difficult to navigate life for new expats in Paris. Finding employment and somewhere to live can be tricky, let alone meeting fellow expats who are in the same boat as you. Being a newcomer to the “City of Lights” shouldn’t be difficult! With so many expat groups across the city that host a variety of catchups and activities, you’ll be sure…
When I decided to move to Paris, the folks from my home town in Northern England didn’t always get it. I remember overhearing a colleague at my leaving party saying quite literally “Who the hell would want to move to Paris? I mean why? It’s dirty, polluted, crowded, unfriendly… ” bla bla, you get the picture. Like with any new experience, you’ll…