The Teach French in Palestine Program is a unique and enriching initiative aimed at individuals who speak French, including students, both native and non-native speakers, recent graduates, experienced professionals, and even retirees seeking a meaningful way to engage with Palestinians.
This program offers a unique opportunity to share the French language and culture with Palestinian youth, children, community members, and refugees living in Palestine. Participants will engage in language learning, immerse themselves in the vibrant local Palestinian culture, and build connections that transcend borders.
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Teach French in Palestine Program
This Teach French in Palestine program provides a unique opportunity to live in Hebron (known in Arabic as Al Khalil), one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. The city is home to a diverse and welcoming community eager to learn French from you!
During your volunteering or internship, you’ll also have the chance to study Levantine or Palestinian Arabic, enriching your cultural immersion and enhancing your overall experience in Palestine.
Teaching French Programs in Palestine for 2025/2026
Volunteer in Palestine now accepts applications for its 2025/2026 Teaching French Programs. These programs include teaching French to Palestinian refugees, participating in summer internships in the West Bank, and joining winter teaching volunteer opportunities in Palestine.
Have you ever considered making a difference in Palestine? These programs provide meaningful opportunities to contribute to educating Palestinian children, youth, and refugees. We look forward to collaborating with you to achieve our shared goals and hope to welcome you to Palestine soon!
The History of the French Language in the Levant
The Levant region in the Middle East, which includes Palestine, Lebanon, parts of Syria, and western Jordan, got its name from the French verb lever, meaning “to rise.” The French language has deep historical ties to our region, and we’d like to share a brief overview of this connection.
From the 11th to the 13th centuries, Crusaders brought a significant French-speaking population to the Levant, leaving a lasting impact on the region’s linguistic and cultural landscape. In the 16th century, French Catholic missionaries played a key role in promoting the language through educational institutions. By the 19th century, French had flourished in the Levant, becoming a second language for educated elites, and was widely used in commerce and diplomacy. After the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, France was granted mandates over Syria and Lebanon, and French was introduced as an official language alongside Arabic. Although Arabic regained prominence after the mandates, French remains influential, particularly in Lebanon.
Our Palestinian community is eager to learn French as an additional language! As a volunteer, you can contribute to this rich history by teaching French to Palestinians from diverse backgrounds.
The French Program at Hebron University
The French program at Hebron University is a specialized academic track focusing on the French language designed for Palestinian students interested in achieving proficiency in French. The curriculum includes 127 credit hours and covers a range of required courses, such as French grammar, conversation, writing, phonetics, and translation. Each year, around 500 Palestinian students join this program.
Students progress through courses from beginner to advanced French language levels, enhancing their speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. The program also offers elective courses in French oral communication, pronunciation, literary analysis, and contemporary French civilization.
This comprehensive curriculum prepares students to teach and use French in professional and academic settings, emphasizing both linguistic competence and cultural understanding. At Volunteer in Palestine, we are pleased to support Palestinian university students in improving their French speaking skills through this program at the center.
Short-Term French Teaching Positions
Are you looking for short-term French teaching opportunities in the Middle East? This volunteering program is perfect for you! Located in Hebron, West Bank/Palestine, the Volunteer in Palestine offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking to gain valuable French teaching experience while immersing themselves in Palestinian culture and studying Arabic.
As a volunteer, you’ll teach French to Palestinian students and community members aged 12 and above. Teaching formats vary and may include one-on-one sessions, small group classes of 2-5 students, or larger French classes with 15-20 Palestinian participants. This program will be a rewarding teaching experience and a profound cultural exchange.
Awards And Recognitions
We have proudly earned several Community Awards, was recognized as the Best Language School overseas, and the Top Provider of Volunteer and Internship Opportunities abroad for the years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
- +850 Reviews (94%) on Gooverseas.com
- +170 Reviews (96%) on Goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Overview of the Teach French Program in Palestine
| Place of Program | Hebron, West Bank |
| Program Fees | Starting at 230 Euro. Please Check the Price List |
| Area of Program | Teach French to Palestinians Volunteer with Palestinian Refugees Internship with Palestinian Children Study Arabic in Palestine |
| Age | 18-75 Years Old |
| Minimum Duration | 1 week |
| Maximum Duration | 13 Weeks |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Program Language | French /Arabic |
| Days off | Two days a week (Fri – Sun) |
| Arabic Lessons | 3 Hours a Week – Palestinian Arabic or Levantine |
| University Credit | Available |
| Number of Volunteers | 3-5 French teachers |
| Program’s Reviews | Reviews & ratings (95%) on Gooverseas.com Reviews & ratings (91%) on Goabroad.com Participants’ video testimonials |
No Experience In Teaching French?
No teaching experience in French? That’s okay! Our French Teaching Program at the Palestinian Language School is open to both beginners and experienced teachers. If you’re interested in teaching French in Israel or Palestine, we’d love to hear from you!
Join the Teach French in Palestine Program – No Certification Required
To participate in our Teach French in Palestine Program, you do not need to have any formal teaching certificates, such as the DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française), DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française), FLE (Français Langue Étrangère), or any other specialized certifications like the TFA (Teaching French as a Foreign Language) or CIEP Teaching French as a Foreign Language Certificate. These certifications, while valuable for advanced proficiency and teaching experience, are not required for our program.
Our program is open to both beginners exploring teaching French for the first time and experienced instructors. However, suppose you are looking to enhance your qualifications or build a career in teaching French. In that case, certifications such as DALF, DELF, FLE, or the Certificat de Compétence en Langue Française (CCLF) can help demonstrate your proficiency and teaching skills internationally. Rest assured; no certification is needed to join our program and contribute to teaching French in Palestine!
French Language around the World
The French language is (officially) spoken in dozens of countries. From Canada to Cameroon, and from France to Madagascar. You are also more than welcome to join our program if you are not from a French-speaking country! Many community members in Hebron are very open to meeting new people to learn conversational French and to learn something about your culture!
We Welcome French Teachers all Year Round
Are you a teacher who wishes to teach French in Palestine voluntarily? Our program welcomes you all year round (Spring, summer, fall, and winter). Our French teaching programs are very flexible and usually run for two to three months. Are you looking for extra experience in the summer or winter? This teaching in Palestine program is suited for you.
As a French teacher, we want you to make a difference in a safe and sustainable place. Our organisation provides a wide range of environments wherein you can teach and learn yourself. From teaching French as a foreign language to learning about Palestinian culture, places, and politics.
Teach French with our Summer Program
Our organization offers outstanding internship and volunteer opportunities for French speakers during the summer months. From June to August, individuals are invited to join our French teaching internships or volunteer programs.
Volunteer in Palestine is seeking a diverse range of participants, from students to professionals and retirees, all united by a passion for the French language. Whether you’re looking for an inspiring summer experience or a longer-term opportunity to serve abroad, your enthusiasm for French is what truly matters.
Our volunteer programs provide a unique chance to immerse yourself in Palestinian life. You can study Palestinian and Levantine Arabic, experience comprehensive cultural education, and engage deeply with Palestinian history, politics, and society. Additionally, you will visit Palestinian refugee camps, local towns, community development centers, and explore Bedouin regions such as Susiya, Masafer Yatta, and villages in the southern Hebron area.
Homestay During Your Time in Hebron
Volunteer in Palestine aims to achieve social discourse through cultural immersion. The center provides the Teach French, Study Arabic Program participant’s homestays in Hebron, West Bank as follows:
- Female participants have the opportunity to live with a designated Palestinian host family in the local Hebron area
- Male participants will be accommodated in a nice, shared apartment five minutes from the Volunteer in Palestine center in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine.
- Private rooms can also be arranged, although these naturally come with an additional fee.
Work together with ‘Les Enfants Palestinians’ and Youngsters.
This French teaching program in the West Bank primarily focuses on Palestinian children and young people from Hebron and the surrounding areas. It is important to note that over 70% of our students are under the age of 20. As an intern or volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the younger generation of the West Bank!
Participants’ Responsibilities
At Volunteer In Palestine, interns instruct French language classes and support with administrative assistance while getting to know life in Palestine.
One area we like to focus on in our program is conversational French. Key aspects of teaching French are as follows:
- Teach two or three classes focussing on conversational French during your internship.
- Organize a couple of group activities for Palestinian French students at the Center.
- Help with some administrative e.g. writing reports or press releases.
- Help other foreigners and Palestinian teachers with their classes.
- Organize workshops with different themes such as writing resumes, and cover letters and conducting job interviews.
Who Comes To Teach French In Palestine?
The Teach French and Study Arabic (TFSA) program is a new follow-up to the successful Teach English, Study Arabic program. People who sign up for this French version will be part of a group that will teach French to our Palestinian community for the first time! As noted earlier, people can come from all places around the world!
Since June 2011, more than 1000 interns and volunteers have worked with us on the English program. Countries like the USA, Germany, the UK, China, The Netherlands, Canada, Spain, Italy, and Switzerland were represented. Our goal is to make this program as successful as the English one.
The Teach French in Palestine program is generally meant for:
- University students who study French and wish to have experience in teaching abroad
- Participants who are above the age of 18 and would like to immerse themselves in the Palestinian culture and daily life
- Students who are studying in the Middle East or studying political science
- Students who wish to go abroad for a semester and need university credit
- People who want to work as a French teacher in the future
- Students who are interested in the Palestinian and Israeli history
- People who would like to study and practice Arabic
- Everyone willing to help Palestinians learn conversational French
Pre-Departure Support
Volunteer in Palestine will organize calls with you via Zoom or WhatsApp, write invitation letters, send travel instructions, and give you advice on different topics related to your travels.
How to Get Involved
Please email us at Info@ecpalestine.org with “Teach French in Palestine Program” in the subject line. We will then send you the application form.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at:
WhatsApp:+972 599 479 880
Website: https://ecpalestine.org/
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