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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
Rebecca

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rebecca

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
Medicine
NCLEX
NCLEX-Practical Nurse
NCLEX-Registed Nurse

I am a Master's prepared registered nurse with 18+ years of nursing experience. I also have experience teaching nursing students at the baccalaureate level in both health assessment and pediatrics courses.

Education

Chamberlain College of Nursing-Missouri

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)

Chamberlain College of Nursing-Missouri

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Siddhant

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Siddhant

Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics
Siddhant's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a third year Mathematics Major in The University Of Texas at Austin. I ran a free prep class for the AP Calculus AB and the AP Calculus BC test in my public library in New Jersey. I ran the class for two years and enjoyed teaching my students the essentials needed for these two tests. As the he...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
34
Crystal

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Crystal

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Crystal's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I am a recent Dartmouth College graduate raised in Philadelphia but now living in the great city of Boston. I just came back from a year living in France, where I taught English to over 200 elementary school students in person and by videoconferencing. My other previous teaching experiences include ...

Education

Dartmouth College

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Racquel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Racquel

Masters, Literacy
Racquel's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Elementary School Reading
English
Essay Editing

I am a current certified 7th grade ELA teacher at a New York City Public school. My career started in 2013; however, I have been a tutor since 2010.Reading comprehension and writing are some of the specific skills I focus on with my students in my classroom.Test preparation is another area that I am...

Education

CUNY Queens College

Masters, Literacy

College of New Rochelle

Bachelors, English

Dan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dan

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Dan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Business
Elementary School Math

I believe that education should be a diverse, student-focused, lifelong pursuit. I earned a BS in Economics and a minor in Film and Media studies from the University of Rochester, and am always seeking out new learning opportunities in my post graduate life. Through participation in a volunteer tuto...

Education

University of Rochester

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Zhengdong

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Zhengdong

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
Zhengdong's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
AP Physics 2
Biology

I am passionate about helping students, because the young generation is the future of our society. With the correct learn method and effective help, everybody can achieve the goal they set for themselves.I have mentored many PhD, undergraduates and high school students on their research, and taught ...

Education

Institute of High Energy

Master of Science, Elementary Particle Physics

University of Science and Technology of China

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Princeton University

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics

Zachariah

Certified Tutor

Zachariah

Juris Doctor, Law
Zachariah's other Tutor Subjects
LSAT
LSAT Analytical Reasoning
LSAT Logical Reasoning
LSAT Reading Comprehension

I am an attorney and solo practitioner who prepared for the LSAT on my own. I worked full time while attending law school at night, and while I studied for the Bar Exam. I know how to effectively manage time to achieve goals.I say this because the LSAT is not like other tests. The material is irrele...

Education

Hofstra University

Bachelor in Arts, Antropology

Florida International University

Juris Doctor, Law

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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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