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virginie
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
French
Native
Speaks
English
Italian
Other
Russian
Spanish
Specialties
Test PreparationFrench teacher as a foreign language certified by Alliance Française 5 years of experience
Teaches
French
Native
Speaks
English
Italian
Other
Russian
Spanish
Specialties
Test PreparationFrench teacher as a foreign language certified by Alliance Française 5 years of experience
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From FranceLiving in Portland, United States (05:04 UTC-07:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 8, 2022InterestsMusicWritingEnvironment & NatureArtTravel
Hello everyone!
My name is Virginie, a native French teacher certified by the Alliance Française. Originally from Nice, France, I've been teaching with passion for the past 5 years, combining my 20 years' experience in theater with dynamic teaching methods. I love literature, arts in general but also hiking. An insatiable traveler (Europe, Africa, Asia, USA), I incorporate cultural anecdotes into my lessons to bring them to life. Curious about each student, I adapt my lessons to your interests.
See you in class!
Me as a Teacher
Le plus important est que vous ayez l'envie d'apprendre car l'on ne fait rien sous la contrainte. Il faut aussi que vos objectifs soient clairs et réalisables dès le départ. Rassurez-vous, je suis là pour vous y aider. Une fois les objectifs fixés, nous définirons ensemble le cours le mieux adapté pour vous.
To me, the most important thing is your desire and your motivation to learn because nothing can be achieved under pressure. It is also important to define clear and achievable objectives from day one. Do not worry, I am here to help you to do so. Once the objectives are set, we will define together the best course option for you.My lessons & teaching style
Vous faire parler le plus possible car c'est en se trompant que l'on apprend. J'utiliserai le maximum de supports sur des sujets qui vous intéressent, pour vous mettre à l'aise et vous permettre de vous exprimer. Selon votre niveau et votre objectif, on pourra aussi travailler ensemble la production écrite.
My method: make you speak as much as you can ! It is by making mistakes that you will learn. I will use different materials on topics that you are interested in, to make you feel comfortable and express yourself. According to your level and your objective, we will also work together on writing production.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Habilation d'examinateur-correcteur DELF/DALF - France éducation international - 2025- Aide à la préparation aux examens DELF/DALF de niveau A1 à C2
- Examinateur-correcteur pour les examens DELF/DALF de niveau A1 à C2
Certificate verified
Habilation d'examinateur-correcteur DELF/DALF - France éducation international - 2025- Aide à la préparation aux examens DELF/DALF de niveau A1 à C2
- Examinateur-correcteur des examens DELF/DALF de niveau A1 à C2
Certificate verified
DAEFLE - Alliance française de Paris - 2020Diplôme d'aptitude à l'enseignement du français en tant que langue étrangère pour tous les niveaux
Certificate verified
DE professeur de théâtre - ERAC - 2017Diplôme d'état à l'enseignement du théâtre en milieu scolaire et conservatoire
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
French Language Teacher- Customize French lessons for worldwide students from elementary school to high school by coaching them with French phonetics, grammar and French culture.
- Consolidate the knowledge of the students to achieve their goals by training them with French tests (DELF-DALF) in order to reach the upper level.
- Sharpen French lessons to adapt at a business level by creating professional situations to provide students useful vocabulary in their current jobs or their leisure learning projects.
2024 - Current
Substitute French Language Teacher- Implement PYP-MYP lesson plans provided by the absent teacher ensuring continuity in curriculum delivery.
- Manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive learning environment in the absence of the regular teacher.
- Provid one-on-one assistance to students who require additional support or clarification.
- Collaborate with other teachers on multidisciplinary projects.
- Monitor student behavior during recess periods or extracurricular activities outside of the classroom setting.
2021 - 2022
Substitute French Language Teacher- Taught French as a second language in a bilingual elementary school to students from grades 1 to 5.
- Enhanced student experience by assigning targeted homework, conducting regular assessments, and tracking student progress to adjust instructional strategies and improve learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with the French and English teachers to ensure the students learning methods.
2019 - 2020
Drama teacher- Settled up and ran theatrical workshops for young audience aged 7 to 12, of various nationalities, mainly Laotian.
- Used of non-verbal and verbal imaginary games to build a fun and positive relationship between the children.
- Worked and presented a show based on the fairy tale "Pinocchio."
2024 - Current
French Language Tutor- Support students from 9th to 12th grade with their French Homework.
- Consolidate students' knowledge by reviewing what they are learning.
- Improve their communication, writing, and reading skills.
- Create and use games, stories , videos and any materials to learn or remember vocabulary.
- Collaborate with parents and teachers to ensure the continuty of the students needs.
2019 - 2020
French Language Tutor- Supported students from 7 to 11 years old transitioning from an English speaking country to an immersive French language school in Laos.
- Improved their communication, writing, and reading skills on a daily basis.
- Created and used games and stories to learn new vocabulary.
2024 - Current
Substitute French Language Teacher- Implement lesson plans provided by the absent teacher ensuring continuity in curriculum delivery.
- Created a loving, safe environment for children by establishing social, emotional, and physical growth through intentional teaching and play.
- Provid one-on-one assistance to students who require additional support or clarification.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to address individual student needs or concerns.
- Monitor student behavior during recess periods.
Education
2006 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Coordinateur de projets option cultureCe diplôme me permet de monter / soutenir des projets culturels
5.0
Rating
58
Students
497
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
French Lessons
Trial Lesson
25 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
General French Adults - Beginner and Elemantary
A1 - A2Language Essentials90 lessons completed
USD 50.00+
General French adults - Intermediate
B1 - B2Language Essentials183 lessons completed
USD 50.00+
General French adults - Advanced
C1 - C2Language Essentials13 lessons completed
USD 60.00+
Availability
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26 Reviews
Ryan Learn
12 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
I was very nervous going in, but Virginie very quickly put me at ease, was very good about gauging my current level of french by getting me to speak and introduce myself, and then worked together on a plan to get me to the level I want to be. Couldn't ask for anything better!
Sep 25, 2024
David Tsang
65 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have now had a number of lessons with Virginie. She is extremely patient. I have highlighted a number of areas where I feel my major weaknesses lie and she is helping me to address these.
Dec 22, 2022
Emily L
1 French lesson
Virginie tailored the lesson to my needs and level and was extremely accommodating and super helpful! Extremely kind and patient. A wonderful lesson!
Jun 12, 2024
Bob Buehler
19 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Virginie is very engaging. She is patient and well prepared. Her explanations are clear and the exercises she uses are helpful. I especially like that she uses multiple types of media, from interviews to articles to workbooks. She makes the classes interesting.
Feb 23, 2024
Charlotte
1 French lesson
I really enjoyed the lesson. Virginie is very friendly and was interested in all my wishes. It was great because she adapted the lesson so that I had everything I needed. Thank you very much! A bientôt!
Aug 2, 2024
Bob Buehler
19 French lessons
Superbe
May 24, 2024
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