If you have been looking for professional Ann Arbor French lessons, Varsity Tutors offers two different types of instruction to help you build a better understanding of the language. French is a popular language that's spoken as either a native or secondary language by almost 300 million people worldwide. It is an official language of the United Nations, France, and parts of Canada, Belgium, and Switzerland. Studying it can open up doors for work and pleasure that many people can only dream of.
That said, native English speakers may have a hard time grasping all of the language's idiosyncrasies. In French, every single noun has a gender that affects the pronoun it takes. Many common verbs also have "irregular" conjugations, meaning that the general rules for past tense don't actually apply. French also has more accent marks and unfamiliar spoken sounds to someone familiar with English, so you might need some extra help to learn your new language.
That's where we come in. Whether you are just starting to study French at Pioneer High School, trying to jump ahead of your syllabus at Huron High School, taking the language to fulfill a general education requirement at the University of Michigan, or preparing for a trip to Europe, working with a knowledgeable Ann Arbor tutor can help you reach for your potential. Continue reading to learn more about how we may be able to help you.
How can taking Ann Arbor French lessons help me improve my language skills?
One of the best ways to learn a foreign language is also the simplest: practice. Languages are hard to learn on your own because it's difficult to find conversation partners. Ann Arbor French lessons ensure that you always have a practice partner in a supportive learning environment, where it's okay to make mistakes and even better to ask questions. Depending on your level, some instructors may require all communication to take place in French to force you to grow more comfortable understanding and speaking the language. Others allow pupils to ease into it, taking questions in English until their pupil is confident enough to use French regularly.
You can also review French grammar rules with a knowledgeable instructor. If you are a visual learner, you might benefit from using flashcards to learn which words need a "le" and which ones take "la" instead. Alternatively, an auditory student might listen to French language media to develop a better understanding of how native speakers distinguish between the two. Both are valid approaches to studying French, but traditional classrooms often lack the flexibility to adapt to an individual's needs.
Many French classes have some kind of written component, and composing an essay in a foreign language can seem hard. You might study useful phrases such as "je pense que" (I think that) that can be incorporated into virtually any situation, helping you get that first line on the page. Your instructor can also provide constructive criticism on your work, identifying your strengths while making you aware of any areas of opportunity for further study.
Some French classes also cover French history or culture. These areas are more reminiscent of a traditional social studies class than studying a new language, but an Ann Arbor French tutor can still help you learn it. You might learn a mnemonic device to remember how French culture differs from your own, or maybe sing a song about the French perspective on the Hundred Years War.
What advantages do Ann Arbor French lessons provided by Varsity Tutors offer?
Varsity Tutors offers two services to individuals interested in studying French: online courses and private tutoring. If you choose to enroll in a French course, you will study with a knowledgeable instructor and several other students learning the language. All instruction takes place on our live virtual platform, an online classroom that facilitates real-time interaction between everyone attending the course. Thus, you get the benefits of face-to-face instruction without the hassle of a commute.
Sharing your classroom with other students can also prove beneficial. Instead of only having one practice partner, you'll have a classroom full of them. This can give you experience listening to a variety of different accents and dialects that more accurately simulates what you would hear in a French-speaking country. You can also help each other out as needed, fostering a collaborative learning environment to deepen everyone's understanding of the language.
We also try to make attending a class as convenient as possible. We provide two and four-week sessions to make it easier for busy individuals to invest in their own self-improvement. We also start new classes on a monthly basis, so you never need to wait too long to enroll in one.
If you feel like you need individualized attention to learn French, we can match you with a private instructor who can work either online or in-person instead. Working in a one-on-one learning environment allows your educator to design sessions around your unique needs. If you're having a hard time determining when to use the past perfect vs. the past conditional tense, your instructor can try new ways of explaining it until it clicks for you. On the other hand, a learner who immediately grasps nominalisation can quickly move onto another topic to keep their sessions engaging and productive.
Our proprietary Live Learning Platform leverages features such as video chat functionality and a virtual whiteboard to provide a face-to-face study experience anywhere with a stable internet connection. As such, we recommend it as the most convenient method of meeting with your instructor. If you would prefer a physical meetup, it can take place at a local library, your school, a coffee shop, or even your own home for added convenience. Either way, you are in complete control of when each session begins to mitigate the risk of a scheduling conflict.
Can I sign up for Ann Arbor French lessons today?
Whether you're a student studying French in school, a working professional interested in the job opportunities being bilingual can open up, or a lifelong learner trying to make the most of an upcoming trip to Paris, Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a French course or find you an Ann Arbor French tutor in as little as 24 hours. Reach out to an educational consultant today to get the process started!

Kamahl: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...French teacher, it was no surprise that I enjoyed teaching growing up. My career goal is getting my PhD after acquiring some years of experience and becoming a University faculty. To deepen my knowledge in the education industry, I actively started pursuing learning opportunities in these areas. I worked as a teacher's assistant throughout my undergraduate and graduate education at the University of Michigan, took an active role in an Industrial Engineering Honor Society (Alpha...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Industrial & Operations Engineer
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Industrial & Operations Engineer
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL
- CLEP French
- Arithmetic
- +70 subjects

Sahar: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...the board of the tutoring committee. I also worked at two Kumon Math and Reading Centers. After high school, I got my BA from Yale University where I also worked as a tutor for my fellow classmates. After Yale, I was a consultant for many years and volunteering in NYC tutoring high school student for SAT prep and helping with homework. I love math and can definitely help you digest tricky math problems! I also...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelors, Economics
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, MBA
Subject Expertise
- French
- Test Prep
- French 1
- Geometry
- +16 subjects

Anna: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
Hi! I'm a writer and a visual artist born in South Africa and raised around the world. For the past year, I've taught and tutored students in SAT, ACT, and reading and writing enrichment in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I love reading, learning new things, and climbing rocks, and I travel whenever possible. The most important thing to me is movement: as long as I stay active, I'm happy.... Less is more. As a teacher, I aspire to let my students carry the weight of their instruction. The less I lecture, the more my students are figuring things out for themselves; and in the long run, that kind of information is more likely to stick.
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelors, Art History and Politics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Essay Editing
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT Writing and Language
- +47 subjects

Yimeng: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...Russian Language & Literature, I have moved to St. Petersburg, Russia, to complete a Fulbright Research Fellowship. In 2021, I will return to the University of Michigan to begin my MD/PhD training. My specialties include helping clients improve their Russian and Chinese, work on comprehensive strategies and material breakdown for the MCAT, as well as develop greater understanding of the sciences. As attentive mentorship is the cornerstone of academic progress, I endeavor to assist my...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Art
- Other
- +63 subjects

Ellie: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...currently a first year student at the University of Michigan Honors College studying Political Science and the Environment! I am passionate about helping students because I know how challenging new topics can be, as I am experiencing student life as well! I tutor Japanese, K-8th grade mathematics, K-12th grade reading/writing, college essay editing, and more! Education is incredibly important for our fostering our own growth to one day jump in our communities to make the...
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Application Essays
- Introduction to Japanese
- Performing Arts
- +41 subjects

Martha: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...is among my greatest passions. I offer tutoring services in SAT and GRE prep, as well as in grammar, writing, and essay editing. I also provide help with AP Lang, Lit, 2-D Studio Art, Music Theory, and Psychology. I believe that all tutors should be patient enough to listen to each student's unique needs, and flexible enough to respond accordingly. We all learn in different ways, and it's my job to calibrate my teaching to...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelors, Psychology
- Duke University - Current Grad Student, Global Health
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- GRE
- Psychology
- +61 subjects

Dawson: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...the country setting up a distracted driving simulator to promote awareness about texting and driving. In high school and college I participated in freshman acclimation programs to assist students through the transition into the next phase on their educational journey. I believe that with education and the understanding of other cultures, a bright and caring mind will form. While I tutor mainly French, I am currently working towards obtaining my third language. A handful of...
Education & Certification
- Grand Valley State University - Bachelors, French Language and Culture
Subject Expertise
- French
- Conversational French
- French 3
- Languages
- +4 subjects

Lora: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...I am "highly qualified" to teach Spanish, French and ESL k-12. I have taught students from kindergarten through the university level. In addition to working in public and private schools, I have taught language classes at the community college and university level as an adjunct instructor. One great part of my job is to help students who think that learning a foreign language is IMPOSSIBLE discover how easy it can be when they understand language...
Education & Certification
- Wayne State University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Teacher Education
- University of Detroit Mercy - Master of Arts Teaching, Bilingual Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish 4
- Beginner Spanish for Adults
- Literature
- +33 subjects

Sophia: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Gender&Health. I also have proficiency in French! I am pre-med and especially enjoy anatomy and biological/life sciences. I tutor a variety of subjects including but not limited to high school biology, middle school math and science ,french 1-4, pre-algebra, geometry, algebra I, psychology, elementary math and english. My goal is to help students see their full potential with hands on activities and engaging learning methods.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Psychologies
- ACT Math
- ACT English
- +61 subjects

Phoenix: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...chemistry graduate student interested in becoming a professor. Although I have a lot of experience in chemistry, I also feel comfortable with early math courses as well as french, as I have taken 6 years of french courses in the past. I've tutored different people from ages 4-21 so I feel comfortable tutoring in different styles. I am also interested in helping my students learn the best way they can. I also enjoy playing video...
Education & Certification
- Spelman College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Doctor of Philosophy, Organic Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- GRE
- Middle School
- College Application Essays
- +64 subjects

Victoria: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
I have my Bachelor's in Accounting from Michigan State University, and my Master's in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University. I enjoy working with college students and want to share my Accounting and Business knowledge with future generations. I have been tutoring College students in Accounting for almost 2 years privately.
Education & Certification
- Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting
- Florida Atlantic University - Master of Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- French
- Finance
- Macroeconomics
- Study Skills and Organization
- +11 subjects

Sarah: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
I am very passionate about helping other students succeed. No matter how difficult the task, I am determined to help them understand the material. At the same time, I try to make my sessions as fun and engaging as possible! I love working with kids and have years of experience working with ages 3-16, including children with special needs.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Calculus BC
- Middle School Writing
- Chemistry
- +41 subjects

Lekha: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...here to help you realize your potential. A failure is only an event, but it is not what defines you. In the process of tutoring you in whatever it is that you want to conquer, I want to also help you mold your character and make you believe that the most complicated concepts can certainly come at ease! In my free time, I like to research, spend time with family and friends, and listen to...
Education & Certification
- Nova Southeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- Pre-Calculus
- Spelling Bee
- Creative Writing
- +42 subjects
Education & Certification
- Kalamazoo College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Test Prep
- Java
- A Level
- +7 subjects
Education & Certification
- Eastern Michigan University - Bachelor in Arts, French Teacher Education
- Spring Arbor University - Masters in Education, French Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Math
- Other
- AP French Language and Culture
- +10 subjects

Lloyd: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...tutoring philosophy is that with enough dedicated effort and the right approach, anyone can succeed in a subject. I not only tell you how to solve a problem, but how best to approach them so that you can begin to solve them on your own. Essentially, I teach you how to fish instead of just giving you the fish. Feel free to reach out at any time and we can get started!
Education & Certification
- Mercer University - Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Science, Materials Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- Creative Writing
- AP English Literature and Composition
- ISEE-Middle Level Quantitative Reasoning
- +95 subjects

Silva: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...English, math and science.Also I can teach native Arabic speakers. As a teacher, I am driven to help students reach their academic goals by providing them with the time and support they need. The learning process is one that requires both the motivated learner and the dedicated instructor. With the teaching experience and the knowledge I have acquired, I would like to provide a suitable platform and environment for students to succeed.
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- High School English
- Algebra
- Elementary School Math
- +46 subjects

Leah: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...University studying linguistics and Japanese. My aim is to graduate in 2017 and continue to teach Japanese and ESL. My experience has varied significantly over the years in terms of subjects taught, age group, and even location. I taught ESL to Japanese students online through SkimaTalk for a few years, then went on to teach Japanese to a high school student in California and another college student in Michigan, and also taught French to a...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- ESL/ELL
- English
- Languages
- +2 subjects

Mera: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
...Pats!), lived in California for a few years, and now love life in Detroit. I would love to team up with you to help you feel confident and excited about your academic endeavors. I earned a B.A. in Politics from Fairfield University in Connecticut, and have years of writing experience. Most recently, I helped write Requests For Proposals in the corporate world, and before that I relished writing the news for a news radio and...
Education & Certification
- Fairfield University - Bachelors, Politics
Subject Expertise
- French
- High School Level American Literature
- High School English
- Other
- +31 subjects

Karine: Ann Arbor French lesson instructor
I was born and raised in Paris, France. My background is in Marketing. I am very creative and love to share my knowledge in general! If you are looking for a good French tutor, I can help you in French level 1 to 4 and conversational as well! ... Experiencing and practicing. ;)... Review the student's basic knowledge, and way of learning, and define a "Tailor Made" strategy to achieve our goals!! Discipline, exercises, laughter and creativity!
Education & Certification
- Cours Lamartine - Bachelors, Lettres
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP French Language and Culture
- French 1
- French 4
- +4 subjects