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Tara
I'm a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I received my Bachelor of Arts in French, and minored in Film & Media Studies and Psychology. Since graduation, I have been working in Television while remaining passionate about French and helping others achieve their language learning goals. I'...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in French; minors in Film & Media Studies and Psychology
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2+ years
Alexander
Brown University BA (Latin and Sanskrit) and UCLA PhD (Indo-European Studies) with extensive teaching experience in language and linguistics.
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Jai
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Stanford University
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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6+ years
Rhea
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University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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10+ years
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University of Pennsylvania
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University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
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Charles
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Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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11th Grade French introduces complex verb tenses like the subjunctive mood, passé composé vs. imparfait distinctions, and conditional structures—all of which require both memorization and contextual understanding. Students also struggle with maintaining conversational flow while conjugating correctly, building advanced vocabulary for literary analysis, and understanding nuanced grammar rules that don't have direct English equivalents. Additionally, many students find it difficult to shift from classroom translation exercises to natural, spontaneous speaking and writing.
A tutor can break down the subjunctive mood by first clarifying when and why it's used (expressing doubt, desire, necessity), then practicing with real examples rather than isolated grammar drills. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify whether a student struggles with recognizing subjunctive triggers, conjugating verbs correctly, or both—and target practice accordingly. Tutors can also help students understand the passé composé vs. imparfait distinction through narrative practice, showing how verb choice changes the meaning of a story rather than treating it as an abstract rule.
Classroom French often prioritizes reading and writing over sustained speaking practice, leaving students uncomfortable with real-time conversation and pronunciation. Personalized tutoring provides dedicated speaking time where students can practice responding to questions, telling stories, and making mistakes in a low-pressure environment without worrying about peer judgment. This consistent oral practice builds confidence and fluency—research shows that regular 1-on-1 conversation significantly accelerates speaking ability compared to classroom instruction alone, where individual speaking time is limited.
Rather than memorizing isolated word lists, effective vocabulary building connects new words to themes students are studying—whether that's literature, current events, or specific topics from their curriculum. A tutor can use spaced repetition and retrieval practice, asking students to use new words in sentences and conversations across multiple sessions rather than cramming before a test. Tutors also help students recognize word families and roots (like how 'avoir' relates to 'possession'), making vocabulary stick through patterns rather than rote memorization.
Many 11th Grade students have developed fossilized pronunciation patterns from years of classroom learning without consistent native-speaker feedback. A tutor can identify specific sounds students mispronounce (like the French 'r' or nasal vowels), model correct pronunciation repeatedly, and provide immediate correction during conversation. Regular pronunciation practice during tutoring sessions, combined with listening to authentic French media, helps retrain muscle memory and ear training—something that's difficult to achieve in a classroom setting where the teacher may only correct pronunciation occasionally.
11th Grade French often includes reading literary texts, which requires both language comprehension and analytical skills. A tutor can help students understand complex sentence structures, identify literary devices, and discuss themes in French rather than relying on English translations or summaries. Personalized instruction allows tutors to slow down on difficult passages, explain cultural or historical context that illuminates the text, and guide students through discussion in French—building both language skills and confidence in literary analysis simultaneously.
A skilled tutor recognizes that rigid grammar rule application doesn't always match how native speakers actually use French—for example, the conditional is often used differently in casual conversation than textbook rules suggest. Tutors teach grammar as a framework for understanding, then immediately show how native speakers bend or apply those rules in real contexts through authentic examples and conversation. This approach helps students move beyond 'correct' but stilted French toward more natural, conversational language that sounds like something a real French speaker would say.
Yes—many 11th Grade students use tutoring to prepare for AP French or advanced French courses. A tutor can focus on the specific skills tested (interpretive listening, reading, and writing; interpersonal and presentational speaking), provide practice with authentic exam-style prompts, and help students develop strategies for timed writing and speaking tasks. Personalized instruction also allows tutors to identify gaps in grammar, vocabulary, or cultural knowledge that might hold back exam performance, and target those areas with focused practice.
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