If you're having a hard time mastering basic French skills or need assistance with more advanced French concepts, Varsity Tutors would be happy to set you up with exceptional Austin French lessons. French is one of the major languages of the world. It is estimated that over 300 million people around the world speak French as their native or second language. 55 countries consider it their official or second language and it is taught in every country in the world. It is known as the "language of culture" due to the many works of literature originally written in French. Victor Hugo, Molière, and Jean-Paul Sartre are only a small sampling of artists who wrote in the French language. It is also an important language in the professional world. French is the official language of the EU, the UN, the International Red Cross, and many other international corporations and agencies. These reasons alone at good enough motivation to learn French, but there are many more reasons one might want to learn this beautiful language.
Perhaps you're a student attending an Austin secondary institute such as the Liberal Arts & Science Academy or Westwood High School. Many high schools require students to take one or more foreign languages courses in order to graduate. Colleges or universities such as the University of Texas - Austin may also require students to take a foreign language course depending on the student's program of choice. Working with a knowledgeable and trusted teacher can help our student work on his or her skill.
Maybe you're not a current student but a working professional who wants to expand your horizons. Being able to say you speak French fluently can give you a leg up when applying to jobs and can possibly open up opportunities for you to work in French-speaking countries. It can be useful in the United States as well since an estimated 2 million people in the U.S. speak French.
It's also possible you just want to learn French for the sake of saying you could or to enhance your future travels. Even knowing just the most basic French skills can help you during trips. Knowing the language can help you with better understanding the culture of the area and people around you when you visit as well.
No matter what your reasons are for wanting to enhance your French skills, we're here to help.
What skills or material can Austin French lessons cover to help me learn the language?
Learning a new skill can be overwhelming and frustrating. Learning French is no exception to this statement. With assistance and hard work, you can work towards fluency. You'll be able to work on six foundational skills: reading, writing, speaking, listening, pronunciation, and memorization of grammar, sentence structure, gendered nouns or definite/indefinite articles. Mastering these skills can help you work towards fluency when conversing in French.
Working on reading can help you with spelling and grammar. Working on writing can help you with conjugating verbs. Conversational practice can help with pronunciation, speech, and listening skills all at the same time. Memorization will help you expand your vocabulary and help you speak more quickly without having to translate in your head. Your class can help you come up with tips and tricks to improve all these areas. Learning in this way can make learning exciting again.
What are the benefits of signing up for a class for Austin French lessons?
When you sign up for a French class, you'll be able to access live class sessions using our online, interactive learning platform. This platform allows you to speak to, hear, and see your French instructor as if you were all sitting together in the same room. With our meticulous and difficult vetting process, you can rest assured you are receiving instruction from a knowledgeable instructor with great communication skills. You'll also have the chance to take part in various group activities or discussions. Engaging in collaborative activities has been shown to help students to learn topics more easily and enjoyably. For example, you and your classmates can engage in conversations to come up with mnemonic devices to increase retention.
When you call to sign up, you'll be able to choose between enrolling in a two- or four-week class. Sessions are offered at different time throughout the day and new sessions begin each month. This makes it convenient and easy to fit class sessions into your already busy life.
How is working with a private Austin French tutor different than being in a class?
When you work with an Austin French tutor, you gain the advantage of one-on-one instruction which is created to focus on your specific needs. Your sessions will revolve around your personal strengths and weaknesses, and your teacher can take into account your preferred learning style when making lesson plans. For example, if you're a visual learner, lessons can include various videos. Learning when the method suits your personality and needs can be more enjoyable and can help with understanding and retention. You'll also be able to work at your own pace. As the only student, there's no reason to waste your time going over the same topics you already understand. Instead, you can focus on the areas which you know need the most help. Lessons can be adjusted to focus on new skills or content as you improve in skills and material. This is an excellent option for a student who really prefers an independent and informal study session.
How do I get signed up for Austin French lessons?
If you're wanting to sign up to work with an Austin French tutor or enroll in a French course, all you need to do is call Varsity Tutors. We'll take the time to get to know your educational and scheduling requirements and help you decide which type of French lesson would provide the biggest benefit. No matter what your choice is, we are here to support you in learning to speak French with ease and confidence. Call Varsity Tutors today and get started with Austin French lessons.
John: Austin French lesson instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- French
- Foreign Language
- Latin
- Greek
- +110 subjects
Paige: Austin French lesson instructor
...attended a prestigious honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. In essence, I have years of experience tutoring and teaching languages, writing, testing strategies, and other various subjects for students from elementary through college. Additionally, I am well-versed in university admissions for both graduate and undergraduate programs, and I can offer consulting on how to develop applications. I believe in making learning relatable and fun; rather than lecture my students, I design engaging...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
- Elementary School Reading
- Middle School Reading
- +47 subjects
Ingrid: Austin French lesson instructor
...graduate of Singapore American School. I learned French after attending a local school in France, and in my sophomore year, I received a 5 on AP French. For Chinese, I completed the highest level of HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test). Additionally, as a member of both Chinese Honor Society and French Honor Society, I have tutored high school and middle school students in both languages. While I mainly tutor French and Chinese, Im also interested in...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad Student, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- Math
- French 3
- +16 subjects
Angie: Austin French lesson instructor
I assume responsibility that my student is learning and that my student is learning at higher and higher levels, in accordance with Bloom's Taxonomy. Knowledge, Comprehension, Application, Evaluation, Synthesis, Analysis are higher levels of learning that give the student tools to apply lessons into maturity. I have been very successful in tutoring ACT, SAT, ISEE, and GRE.... The Socratic method, asking open-ended questions, is an excellent strategy to get a student to talk. When the tutor can speak less and encourage the tutee to speak more, the tutor can identify the student's level of understanding.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, English, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Technical Writing
- SAT Subject Tests
- Graduate Test Prep
- +76 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish 2
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +38 subjects
Alicia : Austin French lesson instructor
...in Materials Science and Computer Science. I focus on building technology and I love applying physics, chemistry, and computer science to solve creative architectural design problems. Although I have studied architecture up to this point, I am currently pursuing a classroom teaching certificate and intend to teach high school STEM subjects professionally in the near future. I am passionate about helping students connect STEM concepts to real-world applications and have served as a Teaching Assistant...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Architecture
- The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Science, Architecture
Subject Expertise
- French
- Greek
- Pre-Algebra
- Programming Languages
- +66 subjects
Cameron: Austin French lesson instructor
...focused on understanding the impact of these facets of humanity in terms of communication and human development. I hold an Associate of Arts in Creative Writing and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. While these fields may not superficially appear related, my aptitude in both fields gives me unique insight and understanding into the world of information that is rapidly emerging around us. I'd love to share some of that knowledge with...
Education & Certification
- Austin Community College District - Associate in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mac Basic Computer Skills
- Public Speaking
- High School Writing
- +28 subjects
Chloe: Austin French lesson instructor
...familiar with what courage it takes to ask for help in a subject because I have gotten tutoring for a subject I struggled with. No one is perfect at everything, and learning how to ask for help will make you a stronger student and better prepare you for the real world. Self-improvement is what is most important here; not comparing yourself to others. I am a firm believer that the best way to learn is...
Education & Certification
- Saint Edward's University - Bachelors, Social Work, minor-French
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 4
- French 3
- Conversational French
- +16 subjects
Mounika: Austin French lesson instructor
...the Peace Corps in Tanzania for nine months teaching English and math to high-school students prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. I have mentored a variety of subjects such as math/algebra, Spanish, English, Computer skills and essay proofreading and editing to various age-groups. My goals as a tutor are to help students gain confidence in themselves that they can not only master the material they need assistance with, but also proceed to achieve wonderful things in...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- Algebra
- +27 subjects
Jim: Austin French lesson instructor
...Linguistics. I've taught and tutored all ages and all kinds of students, and I particularly enjoy teaching conversational French to people preparing to travel. I believe language learning is the most fun kind of learning, and I make sure that learning French is an enjoyable experience for my students. A lot of people are intimidated by the challenge of learning a new language, even though they already learned one when they were just a baby!...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelors, French Studies
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, French Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- GRE Verbal
- French 1
- French 4
- +6 subjects
Sophie: Austin French lesson instructor
...U.S.(Austin, TX). It was quite a culture shock! It is 20+ years later now, and I am so glad we moved! I visit my extended family in France as often as I can, but I am so happy to call Austin home. I still speak French with my immediate family (it is my first language), and try to teach it to my children. I love sharing the language and culture with others. I have experience...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Psychology
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP French Language and Culture
- French 1
- French 2
- +4 subjects
Aline: Austin French lesson instructor
...language. I love working with kids and I love creating new tools to help them excel in their academic journey. I became even more passionate about teaching after seeing how much positive impact I had on improving students' grades and academic knowledge. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare...
Education & Certification
- Université Saint-Joseph - Master of Science, Agricultural Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- Arabic
- High School Chemistry
- High School Biology
- +24 subjects
Anne: Austin French lesson instructor
...attended the University of Texas here in Austin where I received my Bachelor of Arts in French. I also studied abroad in Paris and at the University of Poitiers in France. I returned to UT to get my teaching certificate in French and English. My teaching career has been at the high school and middle school levels here in Austin, although I have tutored all ages - children, college students, and adults. When I am...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- Writing
- Conversational French
- AP French Language and Culture
- +12 subjects
Matthew: Austin French lesson instructor
...as well. Along with Spanish, French, and Arabic, I also tutor academic Reading and Writing. I believe that English and foreign language learning reinforce one another. Whether ordering baklava in Arabic, or answering vocabulary questions on the SAT, language is all about taking a step back and understanding the communicative tools you have to work with. When not studying medieval poetry, I love to bike around Austin and work on the mini-farm in our backyard,...
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
- The University of Texas at Austin - PHD, Middle Eastern Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- Arabic
- Spanish
- IB Philosophy SL
- +53 subjects
Kat: Austin French lesson instructor
...Austin. I tutor students in the subjects of biology, calculus, and music. I can prepare students for the following AP exams: - AB Calculus - Biology - Music Theory During high school, I spent my time helping other students prepare for these exams and for their classes in general, particularly STEM courses. During the past six months, I worked as a vocal instructor at a local music school in the Houston area. There, I taught...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- Languages
- AP Music Theory
- AP Calculus AB
- +13 subjects
Elliott: Austin French lesson instructor
...experience from both sides of the language learning sphere- teaching and learning. My training in Linguistics has given me a deeper understanding of the inner-workings of both Language and the brain with language acquisition. This expertise helps me take a more logical, natural approach to language learning- something so many language teachers these days seem to miss! By keeping lessons interesting, practical, and engaging, I am able to help students gain confidence, learn to think...
Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics and French Language & Literature
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- French 3
- +26 subjects
Rachel: Austin French lesson instructor
...of us to communicate in some way or another, and it was this passion for language that drove my education. I began by double majoring in anthropology and French at the University of New Mexico, and three short years later, I followed with an MA in anthropology and education at Teachers College, Columbia University, where I completed my research in my home away from home-France. As a tutor, I like to help students find the...
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, Anthropology and French
- Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters, Anthropology and education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Greek
- French 3
- Social Studies
- +43 subjects
Najwa: Austin French lesson instructor
I have been teaching and tutoring for almost 23 years. I have taught Biology, Math and French. I offer in-depth discussions and step-by-step guidance in order to provide a better understanding of the material being taught. I have worked with a variety of students, from Elementary to College level.... Teaching is my passion. I want all my students to succeed in their studies, and to feel a sense of accomplishment.
Education & Certification
- university of Abidjan Ivory Coast - Bachelors, medical
- university of Abidjan Ivory coast - PHD, medical
Subject Expertise
- French
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Algebra
- Languages
- +9 subjects
Maya: Austin French lesson instructor
My best subjects are most maths (Algebra, Geometry, Statistics) and sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Earth Science, Environmental Science). I have also been on the receiving end of tutoring, so I will try to make the process as stress-free as possible.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- Science
- Math
- Conversational French
- +21 subjects
Ke: Austin French lesson instructor
Hello, My name is Ke and I'm a recent graduate of Cornell University. I'm having to help in a variety of subjects ranging from high school literature to the SAT. I'll work with you to find the best way to help you improve!
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- Elementary School Reading
- AP World History
- Elementary School Writing
- +40 subjects