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Laia
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From Canada

Living in Other, Canada

Enseignante de français québécois et français standard I was born and grew up in Quebec City, so my first language is French but I have been living in British Columbia, the most western Canadian province for about 25 years. I’m totally passionate about languages. I speak fluent French, English, and Spanish, and I’m currently studying Portuguese. I love to travel and spend time outside, garden, go on hikes, etc. I play soccer, badminton, tennis, ride my bike, swim, do yoga, and practice snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. I also love to read books and watch movies. I’m naturally curious and I embrace having the opportunity to meet people from all around the globe to share stories and cultures. I dedicate myself to teaching foreign languages for 5 years and I specialize in teaching Quebecer French on italki since 2019. I have a CELTA, a Certificate in Spanish language, and pursuing a Multidisciplinary degree in teaching a second language at Laval University. I also have lifelong experience studying second languages. I have plenty of ideas and strategies in my sleeve. I’m creative, adaptable to different learning styles, and continually improve my teaching skills by studying new aspects of language. I believe that pronunciation plays a big part in intelligibility in communication and that frequent practice activates our procedural memory. I design my activities with that in mind. I offer 3 types of lessons: Beginners, intermediate, and conversation. I provide beginners with valuable material and guidance in recognizing and prod...
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Trial Lesson
37 lessons completed
USD 45.00+
French beginners
A1-A2
Language Essentials
572 lessons completed
USD 28.00+
17% off
Conversation informelle (intermédiaires et avancés- B1+ only)
B1-C2
Conversation
554 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
17% off
French intermediate
B1-B2
Language Essentials
601 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
17% off
Speaking practice/ Conversation guidée (Débutants et intermédiaires)
A1-B2
Language Essentials
511 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
17% off
COMPRÉHENSION ORALE ET ÉCRITE/ LISTENING AND READING COMPREHENSION (A2-C1) * NEW
A2-C1
Language Essentials
38 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
17% off
Tandem lessons
A2-B1
Language Essentials
17 lessons completed
USD 45.00+
12% off
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Debra H-D
142 French lessons
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Mes leçons avec Laia sont toujours intéressantes, amusantes et utiles. Elle est vraiment exceptionnelle ! Quand j'ai commencé à suivre ses cours en 2020, j'avais un niveau B1 environ. Je faisais beaucoup d'erreurs de prononciation et j'avais souvent du mal à m'exprimer. Laia m'a toujours gentiment corrigée et m'a encouragée à continuer de pratiquer. Elle a beaucoup d'expérience, que ce soit de ses propres expériences d'apprentissage des langues ou de ses études supérieures en enseignement. De plus, c'est une personne au grand cœur : intelligente, patiente, et drôle. Maintenant que j'ai un niveau plus avancé, on souvent passe des leçons à jaser, mais je continue d'apprendre d'elle chaque fois qu'on se parle. Merci beaucoup, Laia!! :)
Student Allendria Brunjes
Allendria Brunjes
64 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been working on my oral French with Laia for a couple of years. She tailors each lesson to my interests, and with her help, I have managed to keep my French alive better than at any other point in my life where I didn't live in a French community. She provides homework that is of interest to me and keeps me engaged. Her training in language instruction and translation makes our lessons extremely valuable to me. They are certainly worth their price. When I have a week without a lesson, my brain actually feels it, and my French weakens. On top of it all, Laia is relaxed and incredibly patient. I have a new baby, and sometimes he gets a little grumpy and I have to address the situation during class. She goes above and beyond in terms of professionalism, and we can even continue the conversation while mon petit chou is comforted. Merci beaucoup pour tout, Laia! You're an amazing instructor, and I'm so so glad I found you here.
Felipe
36 French lessons
Elle est vraiment excellente !
Student rosemaryrowe
rosemaryrowe
61 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laia is an excellent French teacher with a warm, approachable style that makes learning both enjoyable and effective. Her patience and encouragement create a comfortable environment for conversation, which has significantly boosted my confidence and speaking skills. She has a natural ability to guide lessons in a way that feels relaxed yet purposeful. I’ve noticed real progress thanks to her support and engaging teaching approach. High recommend Laia!!
Olivia Rose
20 French lessons
Laia is a wonderful teacher and practicing with her has helped me immensely. We talk about interesting topics like politics and current events, sprinkled with du vocabulaire quebecois. Highly recommend!
Felipe
36 French lessons
Excelente!