Experienced French Teacher, who obtained her diploma in London at International House.
Using an interactive methodology, my aim is to captivate the attention of my students in order to teach effectively new points of vocabulary and grammar.
After 7 years of experience in the UK, Italy, Spain and now in Switzerland, I offer logical and interesting classes, all set up in a context, with listening, writing exercises, always contextualised. From business classes to leisure tuition, I use a large variety of support and didactic practice to help students to improve quickly and be able to use the language right away.
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I am a certified trainer for adults: I teach French as a Foreign Language (FLE) from level A1 to C1 (private and group lessons), I have students from different nationalities.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in English; I worked in diplomatic Embassies and have been a member of a writing workshop for ten years: I write short stories in French.
I am Swiss, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic programming) practionner and coach.
I am a very patient teacher, I accompany my students with kindness, I adopt a program tailored to their needs, I focus on conversation.
A touch of humour is essential in my courses, I use different supports to prepare my lessons: one part of the lesson is prepared, the other part is ”open “: it depends on what will emerge during the class.
We can’t do bad work when we are happy and motivated to see our students, and love our job!
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I have been teaching French as a Foreign Language since 2012 from level A1 to level C1 to adults, young adults, and children between 8 and 12.
My classes are fun and encouraging and I always adapt my approach according to the students and their needs.
Bilingual French-Finnish, I have completed my primary, secondary, and university education in bilingual institutions in Algeria, Finland, and Belgium.
Besides teaching French classes I am a professional English-Finnish and French-Finnish translator and also fluent in Portuguese.
I am thus able to teach in English, Portuguese, and Finnish.
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I am an experienced and qualified teacher and have been teaching French (FLE) for many years in Geneva and abroad to adults and children at all levels in classes, small groups and on a one-to-one basis. I particularly enjoy teaching children and people with disabilities through comprehensive dynamic conversations, writing short stories, role-plays, singing or acting.
As I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Languages (LEA) as well as a Translation Degree, I am fluent in English and Spanish and can converse in Portuguese and German. I can also teach English and Spanish (A1 to B2 levels). Teaching is my passion.
Career-wise, I have also worked for NGOs, and for the UN in programmes related to Development and Humanitarian assistance, based both in Geneva and beyond - thus offering me the opportunity to live in various places such as England, Spain, Mexico and India.
Moreover, I am a qualified translator and competent editor with strong interpersonal skills, who is kind, patient, dynamic and creative, but also approaches teaching in a structured manner, with a focus on results.
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I have been teaching French as a Foreign Language since 2006 from level A1 to level C2 to adults, students, teens and children between 6 and 12.
My classes are professionnal, fun and encouraging and I always adapt my approach according to the students and their needs.
French-Algerian, I have completed my primary, secondary, and university education in France, England (King's College London), and Switzerland (University of Geneva).
Besides teaching French classes I have been working as a lawyer (juriste) and I am also fluent in Arabic and English.
I am thus able to teach in French and English, and I studied Arabic, Spanish and Russian. I am an experienced teacher, work in Geneva and Lausanne and also work in three private schools.
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As a great admirer of French literature and science of education, since my earliest years in high school I've started teaching French (and even other subject matters) and helped students with their French exams.
Having lived in Belgium, Albania, Denmark and Switzerland, I've learned to communicate and interact in several languages, especially in the music field where I am very active.
Since the obtainment of my High School Certificate, I'm highy dedicated in teaching French and other subjects which might help students in their school path or professionals in diversifying their career.
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I am originally from Spain and have been teaching French and English since 2010.
I hold a degree/certificate in Multilingual Communication from the University of Geneva and another degree in English Language and Literature from the Universitat Jaume I of Castellón.
I have previously taught in Castellón and Valencia.
I have worked with students ranging from A1 to B2 level of proficiency, particularly with those who focus on conversation. In addition to my native language, I am also proficient in English,
French and Catalan.
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I was born near Versailles and graduated from Jussieu University in Paris.
I have been teaching French in Japan for more than 15 years. I returned to France near Annecy in 2012. I am teaching in Geneva since 2014 and I like to meet new people from all over the world. I am very curious about different cultures and personalities.
I can speak English but I try to communicate with basic French even with beginners.
I like sports very much and I feel very lucky to live near Geneva where we can enjoy skiing in winter, swimming in summer and hiking or cycling during all seasons.
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I am a Swiss national, educated at the International School of Geneva and am perfectly bilingual.
I am trained in FLE (teaching French as a Foreign Language) and hold a Proficiency in English. I have been teaching French and English to adults and children individually and in small groups for over 10 years.
I am also a communication specialist who worked worldwide for the International Committee of the Red Cross.
My multi-cultural skills are a fantastic asset for my students who benefit from a tailored approach to their needs.
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I am a professional teacher since 1998. I have a degree in teaching French and Portuguese and a qualification from Instituto Cervantes to teach Spanish. I have taught French (FLE) in many schools, public and private (also students from different nationalities) in Portugal. I have a large experience with teenagers and students with several learning difficulties such as dyslexia, poor concentration, hyperactivity and several syndromes (Asperger's and Down).
I moved to Geneva in January 2013 where I started teaching French (FLE) to adults.
I am a very sociable person. I endeavour to create a nice relationship with my students and my classes are always pleasant. My students learn easily and feel motivated, confident and comfortable. I love teaching! I speak 4 languages.
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I am a qualified Spanish as a Foreign Language teacher, with a deep knowledge of Spanish culture: born in Malaga, I have also lived in other parts of Spain (such as La Rioja or Granada).
During my translation studies I have traveled to different countries, in which I have been teaching my native language as well as English to learners from different ages.
My goal as a teacher is to help people better communicate in Spanish and let them meet my culture.
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I am a Swiss citizen who has been living in France for the past 20 years in the area between Geneva and the Jura mountains called Pays de Gex. I am well acquainted with the region and its stakes, and I am very active in various communities, in my town administration and in crossborder negotiations. You may see my signature on the social networks in groups helping newcomers settle in the area.
I worked as a project manager in multinational companies in domains as different as Corporate Communications and Corporate Human Resources, in IT services and business development.
I am creative, eclectic, assertive, kind and patient.
I have a sharp customer focus and languages are my natural environment. I speak 6 myself and have been teaching 3 of them since 1990 to a very diverse public, from primary school to business courses, my preference being teaching adults.
I hold a MA in Political Sciences from Università Cattolica di Milano, Italy, and a MA in Human Resource Management from Webster University, San Louis, MO, USA. I also spent some university time in Tübingen Germany, Santander Spain, Montpellier France, and Houston Texas. Before that, I studied Humanities, so beside social sciences and economics I am also quite conversant in literature, philosophy, history, Latin and Greek.
The dearest thing I have in life is my small family and my passion is ethology, so I also have a substantial pet family. They constantly remind me to think outside the box and that no result can be obtained without trust.
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I am a qualified Portuguese and French as a Foreign Language teacher with more than 20 years’ experience, having taught students from 25 nationalities, 5 to 80 years old. I speak 4 languages and find it to be extremely gratifying the exchange that comes from working within multicultural environments.
My experience includes High Schools, Adult Education, private teaching (face to face and online), corporate language and cultural expatriate services.
The classes I teach are learner centred and tailored to the needs and progress of my students. They mix theory and practice with a strong emphasis on speaking and listening. Subjects include information about the country’s culture, habits, lifestyle, useful advices, places to go and be happy. My goal is to help students integrate in the community.
I’m thorough, patient and I try to make learning enjoyable and fun.
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