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Mac

Certified Tutor

Mac

Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Romance Languages (French and Spanish with a French emphasis)
Mac's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening
SAT Subject Test in French

I am able to help kids with the material when they don't understand what the teacher is saying.

Education

Washington and Lee University

Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Romance Languages (French and Spanish with a French emphasis)

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Allen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Allen

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Allen's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of UNC Charlotte with a degree in civil engineering and a minor in math. I tutor math because I love math, even when it's challenging. I think the best way to learn is by following examples to understand concepts.

Education

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Andrea

Certified Tutor

Andrea

Bachelors, Arabic and English Literature
Andrea's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-3rd Grade math
3rd-4th Grade Science

I am a graduate of James Madison University. I double majored in English Literature and Arabic. In college, I started tutoring students of all ages. I assisted them in various areas of study, including essay and Arabic grammar. After college, I worked at a refugee center with children of immigrants....

Education

James Madison University

Bachelors, Arabic and English Literature

Test Scores
SAT
1370
Meghan

Certified Tutor

Meghan

Master of Arts, Mass Communications
Meghan's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
Elementary School
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

My students are everything to me, and watching them grow and succeed is the most rewarding experience of my life. I tutor basic skills, public speaking, writing, and social studies. I received my BA from Marist College (politcal science/phil) and my MA from Dublin Institute of Technology (media stud...

Education

Tech U of Dublin

Master of Arts, Mass Communications

Marist College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Emily

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Emily

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Math

Hi there! My name is Emily and I just graduated from Western Governors University with my Postbaccalaureate in Elementary Education and have my teaching license in Elementary Education from Utah and Illinois. I also have a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Loyola University Chicago and too...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Western Governors University

Certificate, Elementary School Teaching

Jorgelina

Certified Tutor

Jorgelina

Bachelors, Education
Jorgelina's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I have nine years of experience teaching in the bilingual classroom. I have taught three different grade levels: pre-K, first grade, and third grade. I have implemented two different bilingual programs, "Regular Bilingual Classroom" and "Two-Way Dual Language." I have worked with students who functi...

Education

American College of Education

Bachelors, Education

Laila

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Laila

Bachelor in Arts, Sports and Fitness Administration
Laila's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
English
Math

Hi I'm Laila! I am a freshman at UNC Chapel Hill studying and have about 2 years of tutoring experience. Im very flexible with timing. My high school GPA was a 3.8/4 and my college GPA is a 4.0/4. I have experience working with young kids! I can help with any subject (excluding foreign languages) fr...

Education

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor in Arts, Sports and Fitness Administration

Alicia

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Alicia

Master of Arts, Classics
Alicia's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
AP Latin
Classics
College English

Hello! My name is Alicia. I am a Classics PhD student currently residing in New Jersey. In addition to my 10 years experience in Latin, I have taught college level Latin courses. I also write well (I passed the AP Lit and Comp exam with a 5) and my grammar is great!

Education

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Master of Arts, Classics

University of Puget Sound

Bachelor in Arts, Classics

Kaiwen

Certified Tutor

Kaiwen

Master of Science, Math (with Teaching Emphasis)
Kaiwen's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I have been a tutor since I was a Freshman at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where, I got my B.A. in Psychology and Mathematics with Education Specialization. I received my MS in the Teaching of Mathematics degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign this past Spring. I did ...

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Master of Science, Math (with Teaching Emphasis)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelor in Arts, Math (with Teaching Specialization), Psychology

Fadzai

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Fadzai

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Fadzai's other Tutor Subjects
Civil Engineering
College Physics
Computer Architecture
Computer Programming

I am a graduate of Yale University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on 3D Mechanical Design. During my time there, I was exposed to the many inequities that exist in accessing resources in STEM and since then I've been passionate about breaking down any barri...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is an opportunity for a tutor to understand your current level, learning goals, and any specific challenges you're facing—whether that's verb conjugation, pronunciation, or building conversational confidence. The tutor will assess your strengths in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, then create a personalized plan tailored to your needs. This initial conversation helps establish the foundation for effective, targeted instruction.

In a classroom setting with Richmond's average 14:1 student-teacher ratio, speaking practice is limited. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you get consistent, judgment-free conversation practice where a tutor can focus entirely on your pronunciation, fluency, and confidence. Tutors can adapt the pace and topics to match your level, correct mistakes in real-time, and help you develop natural speech patterns rather than just memorizing grammar rules.

Both matter, but they serve different purposes. Grammar provides the structure you need to construct correct sentences, while natural conversation builds fluency and helps you think in French. A personalized approach balances both—your tutor can teach grammar concepts when they're relevant to real communication, then immediately apply them in conversation. This combination helps you avoid the trap of knowing rules but freezing up when actually speaking.

French verbs have numerous tenses and irregular patterns that don't follow predictable rules, making conjugation one of the most frustrating aspects for learners. A tutor can break down conjugation patterns into manageable chunks, show you which verbs are most commonly used in everyday speech, and use spaced repetition and practice testing to help the patterns stick. Rather than memorizing endless tables, you'll learn conjugations in context through actual sentences and conversations.

Vocabulary sticks best when you encounter words repeatedly in meaningful contexts rather than through isolated lists. A tutor can introduce new vocabulary through conversations, reading materials, and real-world scenarios relevant to your interests, then reinforce them through retrieval practice—asking you to use the words in different situations over multiple sessions. This approach, grounded in learning science, helps you build an active vocabulary you can actually use, not just recognize.

Absolutely. Pronunciation is one of the biggest advantages of working with a tutor one-on-one, since they can listen carefully to how you're forming sounds, identify specific areas where your accent differs from native French, and provide immediate feedback and modeling. Regular practice with corrective guidance helps retrain your ear and mouth for French phonetics, and many students notice improvement within a few weeks of consistent practice.

Yes, language and culture are deeply connected. Expert tutors often weave cultural context into lessons—discussing French customs, current events, literature, or film—which makes learning more engaging and helps you understand not just the words, but how French speakers actually use them. This immersion-style approach gives you insight into why certain expressions exist and how to communicate authentically, not just grammatically.

Fluency depends on your starting level and how much you practice, but research suggests reaching professional-level proficiency typically requires around 600-750 hours of study. With consistent personalized tutoring combined with your own practice, many students notice conversational improvement within 2-3 months and significant fluency gains within 6-12 months. Your tutor can set realistic milestones and adjust the pace based on your progress.

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