French course (for complete beginners and people at an intermediate level) - Geneva

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French course (for complete beginners and people at an intermediate level)

From 24 £ /h

My main goal is to teach the french language to people still struggling to grasp the intricacies and complexities of the language. I am perfectly aware that French is a language filled with exceptions and rules that can seem strange to grasp for some students.

I will try to explain things as clearly as possible, and will very probably drop the formal talk to communicate more casually and ease the learning. (unless you wish me to do otherwise -language level is definitely not a problem and I will switch accordingly to your wish-).

I can help you out with:
-conversation practice
-extention of (relevent) vocabulary
-grasping the grammar
-grasping expressions
-written expression

Extra information

Bring questions.
Think about all the times you were at a loss of words when encountering XYZ grammar rule or vocabulary when it comes to french.

Location

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Around Geneva, Switzerland

About Me

IN FRENCH:
I have always had a passion for languages and have noticed that very often what prevents people from effectively speaking a language is the difficulty of understanding certain grammar rules, certain words, certain expressions. (Why is it like that ?! How do you say that ?!) I also noticed that these questions are sometimes sources of frustration for some people, and I would really like to help these people overcome these questions and quench their curiosity.

As for literature, I have also always loved work analysis and would like to share with my future students the appropriate techniques for analyzing texts and other works. Again, I understand the source of frustration, and it is extremely annoying to find yourself in front of a text in French (or English) class and not know where to start when the teacher asks to analyze X passage.

I also offer support in exam preparation and can provide tools for time management and revision.

IMPORTANT: I have experience with children with ASD and can also provide stress management tools.
IN ENGLISH:
I've always had a passion for languages, and I've always had a lot of questions about grammatical rules, some words, some expressions even say this ??) I have also noticed that these questions are often the source of frustrations for some people, and I would sincerely love to help those people to overcome those queries and quench their thirst for knowledge and curiosity.

Regarding litterature, I've always liked to analyze different works and would like to share with my future students different techniques to analyze a text (or any other media). Again, I understand the frustration you may feel; It's extremely stressful and disheartening to sit before you.

I also offer support in exam preparation and can provide tools for time management and revision.

IMPORTANT: I have experience working with children with ASD and can also teach stress management techniques.

Education

I am currently a translation student at UNIGE. I also studied French literature, linguistics, and spent a year in International Relations.

I'm currently studying translation at the University of Geneva. I also studied French literature, linguistics, and spent a year in International Relations.

Experience / Qualifications

I have 3 years of experience as a self-employed tutor.
My students were between 6 and 33 years old.

3 years of experience as a private tutor. My students range in age from 6 to 33.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Skills

French

French for adults

School

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At student's home

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Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Literature course (in English or in French - for teenagers)

24 £ /h

The goal is to give the maximum of tools to the student to understand how to analyze a work.
I fully understand the frustration that this may cause a student to not understand the subject to be analyzed and how to ask his ideas, and I would like to be able to help at best.

French support and lessons for children and adolescents

28 £ /h

My name is Lucie, and I am a translation student at the University of Geneva. For three years, I have been helping children and adults learn French with an approach adapted to each level. My goal is to make each lesson enjoyable and interactive, so that learning is a pleasure.

I offer tutoring to children from 6 years old and teenagers. I can also help them prepare for their exams. I have experience with children with ASD, and I teach techniques to manage stress and anxiety.
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I'm a translation student at the University of Geneva. For three years, I've been helping children and adults learn French with an approach that matches each person's level. My goal is to make each lesson enjoyable and interactive, so learning feels like a pleasure.

I offer tutoring for children aged 6 and up, as well as teenagers. I can also help with exam preparation. I have experience working with children with ASD and teach techniques to manage stress and anxiety.

Anne

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Practice leads to perfection

Unless you learned to speak French when you were a child, it is difficult when you don't speak it fluently to pass for a French speaker. However, this does not prevent you from learning to speak it correctly, because it is well known that a language spoken with a foreign accent is an asset of seduction! Although it may seem complicated, learning a new language is always fun and beneficial, so it is important to practice as much as possible and above all not to give up. Take every opportunity you are given to speak the language and listen to French as soon as possible. And remember: practice leads to perfection!

Sebastien

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PROFESSOR French / English

Graduated with CELFLE / CELTA diploma, I have teaching experiences with adults also with children.

Whatever the level and situation of the student, I adapt to the needs, wishes, objectives while delivering my own expertise and approach in order to identify possible gaps and focus on points to work as a priority.

Serious, caring, motivated, involved, pedagogue and punctual, I am very involved in the success of each of my students to allow them to progress and am available to answer their questions or those of their parents even outside the hours of course. I offer a personalized pedagogical accompaniment and aims at transmitting effective and proven working methods. I also seek to empower and empower students, to give them the confidence they need, and to be demanding so that they succeed.

I have been teaching for more than 20 years in Geneva(Organizations/Group courses/Preparation for Delf etc..) at all levels and for the past years I have specialized in Survival modules and exam preparation for Fide exam( required for permit B/ C and citizenship) Usually I come to student's home and we have 1 or 2 lessons of 1h30 peer week depending on their needs and focus..As I am teaching between Geneva and Nyon, I am more in favor of meeting the students at their home.
Let me know if I could be of any help and then we could organize a meeting depending on your availabilities

Kind regards / Best regards
Sebastian

Laurie

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The technology to improve your French. Classes with a certified native teacher.

Hello Bonjour!
I am a native French teacher and a graduate in French Philology since 2012. I have 10 years of experience in Belgium and abroad. I offer online classes using a method that I have developed over the years, specifically for online classes.

*My method:*
-During class we focus on speaking. Outside of class, I will send you exercises that I will correct every week (grammar, conjugation, writing...).
-I use a particular technique based on questions/answers to apply the grammar when speaking.
-I use the verbotonal method to correct pronunciation.
-You will also receive access to an application for your Smartphone (to learn the vocabulary).
-Use an interactive whiteboard.
-We will use a shared online notebook to correct your exercises and ask me your questions at any time of the day.

I offer preparation for official exams (DELF, DALF, TCF, EOI, FIDE in Switzerland...). Classes for beginners, intermediate or advanced levels. Preparation of conferences or talks for business people. Job interviews.

The class is a bit different when I work with children or teenagers. I use interactive websites and letters.

If you want a young, organized, dynamic and passionate teacher, call me or write me!

See you soon,
Laurie*

Nicolas

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My name is Nicolas, I am a French teacher and native speaker with 8 years of teaching experience.

My lessons are tailored to each student in order to achieve their personal goals and are adapted to their specific needs.

Practice is prioritised throughout the learning process in order to gain autonomy as quickly as possible. Grammar will also be covered, according to the student's level.

This course is aimed at:
- Beginners (basics, conversation, travel);
- Intermediate/advanced learners (improvement, exam preparation: DELF, DALF, TCF);
- Professionals (business French, interview preparation).

As I am currently in Brazil, I am teaching my classes online. I will be back in Geneva in mid-December for face-to-face classes.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information.

I look forward to hearing from you :)

Rémi

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🎓 IS YOUR CHILD PREPARING FOR FRENCH FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)?
I am a native French teacher, based in France, and for over 10 years I have been supporting students from international education systems, including those in the IB Diploma Programme.

📚 COVERED LEVELS
Comprehensive preparation for all three modalities of the IB program:
✅ French ab initio (beginners)
✅ Language B Standard Level (SL - Intermediate Level)
✅ Language B Higher Level (HL - Higher Level)

🎯 IB EXAM COMPONENT WORK
🔹 READING COMPREHENSION (Paper 1)
✅ Speed reading and analysis techniques
✅ Work on a variety of authentic French-language texts
✅ Specific preparation for the IB question format

🔹 WRITTEN PRODUCTION (Paper 2)
✅ Structure of different types of texts (article, essay, letter, blog, speech)
✅ Academic vocabulary and logical connectors
✅ Detailed correction with annotations on IB assessment criteria

🔹 INDIVIDUAL ORAL
✅ Intensive work on visual stimuli and image analysis
✅ Prepare a structured 3-4 minute presentation
✅ Simulations of the conversation section with the examiner
✅ Pronunciation correction (my specialty) to maximize the score

🔹 CORE PROGRAMME THEMES
Specific resources and tailored support for the 5 official IB themes:
✅ Identities
✅ Experiences
✅ Human ingenuity
✅ Social organization
✅ How do we share the planet

🎓 MY METHOD
✅ 100% online course via Microsoft Teams or Google Meet
✅ Lessons in French from the first session
✅ Combination of theory, intensive practice and exam simulations
✅ Personalized support tailored to the level and the exam being targeted
✅ Progress tracking throughout the school year
✅ Regular check-ins with parents upon request

⭐ WHY CHOOSE ME
✅ Native French teacher, based in France (immersion guaranteed)
✅ Trilingual French / Spanish / English → I understand the specific difficulties students face depending on their native language
✅ Specialist in French pronunciation (major advantage for individual oral exams)
✅ 32 five-star reviews on Apprentus, Trusted Teacher badge
✅ Over 10 years of teaching experience, including several IB students guided to graduation

📅 AVAILABLE TIME SLOTS
🔸 Monday to Friday: from 7pm
🔸 Saturday: from 8:30 am
🔸 Sunday: from 9pm
🔸 Other time slots available upon request, including mornings and weekends

📩 FIRST CONTACT
Contact me and specify:
🔸 The student's level (ab initio, SL or HL)
🔸 The approximate date of the exam (May / November)
🔸 The main difficulties identified

I respond within 24 hours, to both students and parents. A comprehensive discussion will be held during our initial contact to define the best preparation plan together.

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Foreign languages play a central role in our life. "Language is a people's card of nobility" (Vasile Alecsandri). It is the heritage of a nation, of a country with its spiritual values, its people, its national heritage. I will help you improve your oral and written communication in foreign languages to help you in your exchanges abroad, to discover new horizons towards the unknown, to immerse yourself in a new culture, to make you discover a new way of thought and to promote your openness to others. My classes are adapted to the needs and interests of the student.

Marie

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Hello,

A 27-year-old student at the University of Geneva, I offer my services for tutoring and French lessons.
I have had many opportunities to accompany French-speaking or allophone students. I was also a literature teacher for 2 years in a French high school abroad (college level) and gave private FLE lessons to diplomats abroad.
My most recent experience was teaching reading to people with residence permits in France.

My courses adapt to the needs of my students. I therefore always offer a free first meeting in order to assess needs and adapt methods as best as possible.

Do not hesitate to contact me for tailor-made courses!
Married

Valentine

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Hello,

I am offering tutoring services during the summer holidays of 2026. This could include:

- an upgrade
- to consolidate certain acquired skills during the summer
- cases of school dropout
- to prepare for the start of the academic year at the secondary level (college, ECG, business school)
- support if the student is demotivated
- a more playful approach to the branch (if necessary)

I am available during the two summer months.

Please feel free to contact me for more information and I look forward to hearing from you :)
Valentine

Marco

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With a doctorate in general history, I teach history at all levels. Also, as a native French and Italian speaker, I can tutor at all levels. I can travel to the student's home or provide lessons at their residence. I specialize in the Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate (Matura) and Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate levels.

Yannic

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Is your child experiencing difficulties in French, German, or economics?
Are homework assignments becoming difficult? Are results not reflecting effort? Is an exam approaching?

I offer personalized academic support to help each student regain confidence, fill in their gaps and make lasting progress.

My goal: to transform obstacles into successes through a clear, structured method adapted to the student's pace.

Materials offered

French

reading comprehension
writing and written expression
grammar, spelling, conjugation
preparation for tests and exams
improvement in the quality of written responses

German

basics
essential vocabulary
grammar explained simply
written and oral expression
preparation for assessments

Economy

understanding of important concepts
guided exercises
preparation for the controls
economy level cycle, learning, gymnasium

Why choose me?

✓ Doctor of Economic and Social Sciences
✓ Extensive experience in mentoring and teaching
✓ Calm, structured method adapted to each student
✓ Simple explanations with concrete examples
✓ Work on confidence, organization and motivation
✓ Step-by-step progression

I don't just give answers: I help the student understand how to think and become more independent.

My method

During the initial sessions, we identify:

✔ the main difficulties
✔ misunderstood concepts
✔ working methods to improve
✔ the objectives to be achieved (test, exam, average to improve)

Next, we move on to:

✓ Simple explanations of the course
✓ adapted exercises
✓ Evaluation-style training
✓ Methods for better learning and retention

For who ?

I provide support to, among others:

✔ primary school students
✔ Geneva orientation cycle
✔ secondary/gymnasium
✔ CFC apprentices
✔ Students wishing to prepare for an exam or regain confidence

📍 Home lessons available: Geneva / Nyon area
💻 Courses also available online

Every student can progress when they find the right method and regain confidence in their abilities.

Feel free to contact me, indicating the school level, subject, and desired objective.

Loic

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My name is Loïc, and I’m passionate about the French language. I hold a master’s degree in linguistics and the French language, and I hope to share my passion with you through my lessons. I have extensive experience in private tutoring and can help you achieve your goals quickly. Passionate about teaching French as a foreign language, I am currently studying for the DAEFLE certification to complement my technical skills with modern and advanced teaching methods.
My strong academic background allows me to fully understand the structure and richness of the language. I have also had the opportunity to provide private lessons, which has enabled me to develop skills tailored to learners’ specific needs, as well as a personalized approach.
Living abroad has given me an enriching intercultural perspective, allowing me to better understand the challenges faced by non-French-speaking students and to adapt my methods to facilitate their learning.

Sofia

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I adapt my lessons (French, English, Russian, homework help) to each student's pace and needs. Each session begins with an assessment of what they have already learned, followed by targeted work on areas for improvement, then practical exercises and real-life scenarios. I use a variety of materials to make learning engaging and accessible. My multilingual background and experience working with children and teenagers from diverse cultural backgrounds allow me to support students from elementary to high school, including those experiencing language integration difficulties, with patience and empathy.

Coline

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I support primary and secondary school students in all main subjects: French, mathematics, history-geography, science and English.

My method is structured in three stages: precise identification of gaps in knowledge, creation of personalized summary sheets, and then validation through targeted exercises and mock exams. The goal is for the student to leave with a study method they can use independently, not just answers for the next assignment.

I adapt to each student's pace and personality. Some need to review the basics, others need to gain confidence. I always start from where the student is.

In-person classes in Geneva or via video conference.

Kevin

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I offer you a new learning experience.

Academic success, even at the university level, is determined by the ability to understand and write different types of texts. I offer courses that will allow you to overcome the difficulties you encounter in reading or writing by giving you the text-writing toolkit that school, unfortunately, doesn't provide. I myself had to build this toolkit over the years at university, and I will gladly share it with you so that you can succeed.

Here are the different points that my offer covers:

READING
Guided reading
Effective reading strategies
Text theory (structure, function, typology...)
General knowledge
Communication Theory

PRODUCTION
Reformulation
Summary
Reading log
Accurate
Text analysis
Characterization
Interpretation
Text explanation
Text commentary
Dissertation Essay
Comment
Argumentation

You can take a full course with regular sessions or one-off courses to do specific work such as writing a reading summary.

Lessons can be taken individually or in groups. The methods are flexible to adapt to each individual case.

What matters to me in particular:

motivate my student and give him a learning pace;
encourage their creativity;
to awaken his curiosity;
to forge a friendship with the texts

During this first lesson, you can get a solid idea of my teaching style. I look forward to meeting you.

Christel

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Do you want to learn French, improve your speaking or writing skills, pass your exams, or perfect your language skills for your studies or professional career? Whatever your level and goals, I would be delighted to support you in your learning!
A Swiss teacher with French as my mother tongue, holding a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in French language and literature as well as a Master's degree in pedagogy and teaching of French, I have 15 years of teaching experience.
Throughout my career, I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults of all levels, both in public and private schools in Switzerland and through private tutoring, both in person and online. My experience also includes teaching French as a foreign language (FLE) and providing special education.

Passionate about languages, literature and the transmission of knowledge, I offer personalized, structured and motivating courses, adapted to the needs, pace and aspirations of each student.

The program will be tailored to your needs and objectives:

- Learning French, from beginner to advanced level (A1 to C2)
- Development of oral and written comprehension and expression
- Conversation, pronunciation and vocabulary enrichment
- Grammar, conjugation, spelling and syntax
- Academic support, homework help, and assessment preparation
- Preparation for school exams, the baccalaureate, and DELF and DALF certifications
- Professional French: communication, interviews, presentations and correspondence
- Writing, argumentation, text analysis and French literature
- French as a foreign language (FLE) for non-French speakers

Why choose my courses?

- French as a native language and a solid specialized university education
- A Master's degree in pedagogy and teaching of French
- 15 years of teaching experience
- Excellent knowledge of the Swiss school system and its requirements
- Experience working with children, adolescents and adults, in public, private and special education settings
- A personalized, caring approach adapted to each student's pace
- Explanations available in German, English, or Spanish to facilitate learning
- Lessons in Geneva, at home depending on availability, or online

Learning French is much more than mastering a language: it's about gaining confidence, broadening your horizons and opening yourself up to new opportunities!

My goal is to help you progress effectively, develop your autonomy, and express yourself with ever greater ease and naturalness.

Whether you wish to improve your academic results, discover the French language, perfect your expression or achieve a personal or professional goal, together we will build a path adapted to your ambitions.

Contact me to discuss your goals and arrange our first meeting. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you in your success!