French teacher Thomas Gobin

Thomas Gobin

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Teaches
French
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English
Spanish
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Kids
Test Preparation
Certified French teacher and DELF/TCF Examiner with over 9 years of teaching experience
From FranceLiving in Oaxaca, Mexico (00:55 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 25, 2021
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Bonjour! I’m Thomas, a certified French teacher and DELF/TCF examiner with 9+ years of experience. Born in Nantes (western France), I bring you a *neutral French accent*—perfect for clear learning! My journey across Latin America (Nicaragua, Mexico, Ecuador) has honed my ability to teach *adaptively*—whether you’re a traveler, exam candidate, or just passionate about French. When not teaching, I’m hiking or exploring global cuisines. Let’s make your French journey as vibrant as my classes—*culture, conversation, and results*! Originally, I started teaching French as a private tutor while I was studying in Spain, and it became a passion! I decided to certify in it and got my Master’s degree in French as a foreign language, in 2015. I taught private lessons in Spain, to future expat workers as well as college students. Then, I came back in France for a few years and taught in different kinds of structures such as a French cultural center for international students or a refugee aid association. Since 2020, consequently to the covid situation, I started teaching online. I taught for one year in Alliance française de Loja, in Ecuador (to adults and teenagers, A1 to B2), and then mainly on Italki. My method relies on two principles : * putting SOCIO-CULTURAL content in service of improving your language skills through CONVERSATION. The content we use also serves as a support to understand grammar rules in a PROGRESSIVE and INDUCTIVE way. * ADAPTING this method to your goals and...
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Audio files
  • Test templates and examples
  • Articles and news
  • Image files
  • Quizzes
  • Homework Assignments
  • Video files
5.0
Rating
603
Students
4553
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
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French Lessons

Trial Lesson
322 lessons completed
USD 15.70+
General : Improve your French skills ! Beginners and intermediate (Adults)
A1 -  C1

Language Essentials

3,063 lessons completed
USD 24.02+
Package with 10% off
Exam training - DELF/DALF, TCF
A1 -  C1

Test Preparation

489 lessons completed
USD 33.61+
Package with 10% off
Conversation (Adults)
B1 -  C2

Conversation

341 lessons completed
USD 21.62+
Package with 11% off
French for teenagers - 10-16 y.o.
A1 -  B2

Kids

163 lessons completed
USD 28.82+
Package with 10% off
Inductive grammar : travailler les structures de la langue
A1 -  C1

Language Essentials

45 lessons completed
USD 24.02+
Package with 10% off

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123 Reviews

Student Brandan Radford
Brandan Radford
145 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thomas est incroyable ! Je crois que mon niveau de français s’est considérablement amélioré grâce à lui. Il est patient, gentil, et enthousiaste. Je ne peux pas imaginer un autre prof qui serait aussi percutant.
Jan 30, 2026
Student Marina
Marina
21 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
I am delighted to write this review for my french teacher, Thomas, whose talents and dedications have significantly impacted my learning experience. His encouragement has been a constant source of motivation, making the learning process both enjoyable and effective. With his extensive experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge to each lesson, providing insights that go beyond the textbook. His patience is remarkable, always taking the time to ensure that I fully understand the material. He has a unique ability to explain complex concepts in a simple and engaging manner. His dedication to my success is evident in his thoughtful lesson plans and personalized feedback. Thomas creates a supportive learning environment where mistakes are seen as opportunities for growth. His passion for the French language and culture is contagious, inspiring me to strive for fluency. Thanks to his guidance, my confidence in speaking and understanding French has greatly improved. I highly recommend Thomas.
Jun 13, 2024
Student Alex Kitain
Alex Kitain
27 French lessons
I really enjoyed my first double lesson with Thomas. We spent a lot of the time talking about different subjects and then also analysed a video to enhance my comprehension of the language.
Jan 19, 2026
Huy Vuong
140 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thomas is an excellent teacher and I've always enjoyed my lessons with him. I’m very pleased with his professionalism and his patience for me during our lessons. He prepares material before class and gives homework after each one. He’d helped me improve my French level in all 4 skills. I especially appreciate the individual class notes he writes for his students during the class.
Apr 18, 2025
Student Sam
Sam
6 French lessons
Thomas is easy to study with, flexible on content. Relaxed style makes it feel like you can try speaking without judgment. Very nice.
Apr 15, 2026
Christina Heilmaier
18 French lessons
Ich kann Thomas nur empfehlen, jede Stunde bringt mich ein Stück weiter nach vorne!
Nov 19, 2025