Award-Winning French 4 Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I am a George Mason graduate student pursuing a Master's degree in education to become a teacher. I have spent most of my lifetime outside the U.S.—I was born in Belgium and have lived in Germany and France before coming to the U.S. I am a native French speaker with near fluency in German. My tutoring experience includes working with students of varying ages and abilities. I like to make learning relevant.

...underlying patterns and tricks of the questions. I also have experience with public speaking--I gave speeches to large audiences and "special guests" on two official occasions--and can not only help students with delivery but also with mental preparation. As a Political Science student, I have written many essays on various topics, including development and environmental politics, and as such can advise students on both the technical and more abstract aspects of essay writing. I also...

...a Bachelor in arts, majoring in geography and minoring in physics and French. Since I was a teenager, I've always valued giving people educational opportunities, from my library-building project in West Africa to helping out my friends on projects or academics. While I tutor a big range of subjects, I'm most interested in the subjects that I will pursue in college, alongside mathematics. I wholeheartedly believe education is an absolute necessity for an improved quality...

...a focus on the Francophonie from Bryn Mawr College in 2017. I have worked as an English as a Second Language teaching assistant for adult immigrants to the US, conducted journalism workshops with elementary students, and run a summer enrichment program for Togolese youth overseas. For the 2017-2018 school year, I worked as an English teaching assistant for French middle and high-school students in Romans-sur-Isere, France. I am passionate about helping students in English, Literature,...

...After taking a break from tutoring to travel North America and abroad, I'm glad to get back into doing what I love...having interesting conversations about subjects that can seem very boring. While standardized testing seems to drain the life out of every subject, there are ways to make it fun while still having the tools to ace the test. My style of teaching integrates the real world as much as possible, while still instilling a...

...and Music at Cornell University. I enjoy working with students, and can tutor in a broad range of subjects. In my experience, I've been able to help many struggling students prepare for their standardized tests and school exams by teaching them valuable study methods and breaking down the questions until they are able to grasp a deep understanding of the subject. Not only do we make outstanding improvements, but we are able to have fun...

...French tutoring for students and adults. I incorporate news, songs, and other topics of interest from France to personalize and spice up the learning experience. As a customer service manager for eight years, I conducted weekly one-on-one training sessions and workshops for groups of 10 to 25 people. These learning experiences addressed multiple topics and required me to develop pedagogical methods and to use simple language adapted to a multi-disciplinary audience. As a result, I...

...from the University of Virginia with a bachelor's degree in computer science and biology. I have worked with K-12 students of all ages in a variety of subjects for many years, including help with their school curriculum as well as SAT/ACT prep. I tutor many subjects but especially love tutoring math because problem-solving is so satisfying. I love the moments when I can see something "click" and students finally understand concepts they were struggling with.

...from Williams College and am currently in a MFA in Writing program at Sarah Lawrence College. I've been speaking French for more than a decade and have lived in Dakar, Senegal and Brittany, France. In regards to my writing career, I have worked as a staff and freelance writer for publications, a copywriter for wellness and beauty brands, and a professional report writer in the education sector. As a French tutor, I get my students...

...Mary, pursuing a double major in International Relations and Chinese Studies. My academic background equips me to tutor a diverse range of subjects, including English Writing (AP, IB, and non-AP/IB), History (Art History, European, World, American), Foreign Languages (Spanish, French, and Chinese), ESL/EL, Political Science, Economics (Macroeconomics and Microeconomics), and Social Studies. Among these subjects, I am most passionate about History and English. History captivates me as it intertwines my interests in writing, analysis, and...

...studying fish eggs and larvae (babies! So cute!) at an environmental consulting firm. However, as much as science gets me really excited, I really missed teaching! I changed careers and have now been teaching. After a year and a half abroad in Japan teaching French and English, I am now focusing on my masters in middle school science education. As a native French and English speaker, I have done a lot of tutoring in both...

...that all students can learn the material, but may need to have it presented in different ways so that they understand. Over the years, I have learned many tricks for helping students succeed, and can bring that to my tutoring sessions. I am certified in Spanish, French, English and Social Studies at the middle school level, and I have tutored at the upper elementary and high school levels as well. I have lived and taught...

I have had a lot of experience working in the classroom as a teacher's assistant, and mentoring students one on one as well. I received an education in the humanities, but I'm comfortable with all subjects at the lower levels as well. I like teaching because it gives me the opportunity to learn as well, along side the student.... When I begin working, the first thing I try to do is get to know the student...

My aim is to not only help students succeed in their subject matter, but to ensure that they understand the greater concepts as well.

...ultimate aim of my job is giving students the means to succeed in their language learning experience, both in the classroom and outside the boundaries of it. In order to do so, I provide my students with a welcoming, respectful, and intellectually engaged environment. Within this supportive environment, I create an immersion environment filled with comprehensible input, so that students do not have fear to push themselves and take risks: they read, write, speak, and...

I am a fourth grade teacher with a love for learning, interactive activities, and all things French :) I value hard work and persistence more than getting everything right the first time because I think we learn the most from our own mistakes. I try to model and instill this Growth Mindset in my students so that they have the skills to succeed beyond academics, even if they need more than one try.

...Management of Trinity Washington University located in DC. My experience in tutoring is Middle, advanced and professional French teaching. For these categories, I have worked closely with the student to determine his/her goals and set a plan together to achieve it. Most of my professional students were English speakers who were able to communicate well and write accurate professional report in French. with my elementary schools and high schools students, a close follow-up and anticipated...

...2020!) I graduated with an honors degree in Environmental Sciences and Policy and a minor in French Language. I tutor a wide range of subjects; I love Science, Math, English, and Writing- just about everything except History! I gained tutoring experience through helping students with math and biology in high school, with environmental studies at my university, and with English in Costa Rica during a volunteer trip. I understand the challenges of online and distanced...

...francophone background. In the past I have worked on behalf of Alliance Française to prepare students of all ages and backgrounds for French Fluency exams (DELF and DALF). I have also worked as French translator for health NGO workers in Madagascar. I hold a Masters in Legal Studies and previously operated my own travel agency frequently working with clients from France. What motivates me most is seeing my student’s progress through our strong collaborative effort....

...for over 4 years now and have enjoyed every minute of the experience. I believe in a personalized approach to teaching French. I take my time to truly get to know my students, to keep them engaged throughout our time together. No matter the age, people enjoy speaking about themselves or their interests, so I find that focusing on those subjects are the best way to integrate French speaking into their lives. Although I emphasize...