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French lessons with a native teacher, all levels, 8 years of experience!

From 39 £ /h

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 :)

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Around Geneva, Switzerland

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About Me

Hello everyone :)

My name is Nicolas. I was born in Geneva and grew up there until I was 25. I went to college at Emilie-Gourd where I obtained my maturity (equivalent to Bach in France). After that I took a year off during which I went to Vancouver to improve my English.

I then did a Bachelor in Geography and Environment at the University of Geneva. For my 3rd year I did an exchange in São Paulo, where I learned Portuguese.

Once I finished my Bachelor, I decided to travel around the world, with no return date. I left in February 2018 for South East Asia and spent 7 months there. In Vietnam I volunteered as an English teacher. It was then that I discovered my passion for teaching! So I followed an online training to obtain the TEFL certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language).

In the meantime, I returned to Brazil where I spent 7 months working there as a French and English teacher.

Back in Geneva in April 2019 I gave French lessons to more than twenty students in private, and I also worked as a substitute geography teacher in colleges.

I am now in Lausanne to do a Masters in geography at the University of Lausanne.

I offer much more than just a language course but a real exchange of culture and life experiences.

I am a very social person, calm, patient and communicative. I like challenges and new experiences.

My hobbies are skiing, kitesurfing, music, meditation and of course travel :)

Education

College Emilie-Gourd from 2008 to 2013. This is where I got my maturity (= equivalent of Bach in France).

UNIGE, Bachelor in Geography and Environment, from 2014 to 2018.

TEFL Cambridge (Online), Certificate of Teaching English as a Foreign Language.

UNIL, Master in Geography, environment and development orientation.

Experience / Qualifications

More than 3 years of experience as a repeater at ARA (Association of AJETA Rehearsals)

3 months in Vietnam as a volunteer as a teacher of English in different schools. Adult class and children's classes.

3 years of experience as a private French and English teacher, adults and children.

1 year as a substitute professor of geography in colleges.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

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Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

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120 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Portuguese

Spanish

Skills

French

French for adults

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English lessons with an experienced teacher, all levels, 8 years of experience!

39 £ /h

My name is Nicolas, and I'm an English teacher with eight years of teaching experience. I've spoken English since I was a teenager and have continued to practice it through my many travels. My level was further improved during an extended stay in Canada. In 2018, I passed the TEFL Cambridge exam, the English as a Foreign Language Teaching Certificate.

Having also gone through the process of learning to speak this language, I am well aware of the different stages my students go through. This helps considerably.

My courses are custom-built to achieve personal goals and are adapted to the specific needs of each individual.

Practice is prioritized throughout the learning process to foster independence as quickly as possible. Basic grammar and vocabulary concepts are also covered, depending on the student's level.

This course is aimed at:
- Beginners (basics, conversation, travel);
- Intermediate/advanced (improvement, exam preparation: TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC);
- Professionals (business English, interview preparation).

Feel free to contact me for more information.

With pleasure :)

Brazilian Portuguese lessons with bilingual teacher, 8 years of experience!

39 £ /h

My name is Nicolas, and I am a Brazilian Portuguese teacher with eight years of teaching experience. I have been speaking Portuguese for about ten years now. I learned the language while living in Brazil for several long periods, both for study and work. I am currently living there again.

Having also gone through the process of learning to speak this language, I am well aware of the different stages my students go through. This helps a lot.

My lessons are tailor-made to achieve personal goals and are adapted to the specific needs of each student.

Practice is prioritized throughout the learning process in order to gain autonomy as quickly as possible. Grammar is also covered, depending on the student's level.

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

Currently based in Brazil, I am teaching my classes online. I will be back in Geneva in mid-December for in-person classes.

Please don't hesitate to contact me for more information.

Looking forward to hearing from you :)

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*

Maty

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AIM ?

Refresher and reinforcement of language level in 5P / Middle cycle of primary school

GOALS?

Deepening of theoretical concepts, training exercises, homework help, help with preparing oral and written exercises (presentation of a book, written assessment), organization/planning of the work required, development of autonomy and a sense of responsibility

CONTENT ?

Reading & written comprehension, written production, oral production, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, conjugation, sentence, text, writing & graphics

TEACHER'S MATERIALS?

posters, application, slate, tutoring book (if necessary), end-of-session questionnaire, weekly attendance sheet, monthly report

TERMS & CONDITIONS? 🖥 / 🏠

in person - at home; online - by videoconference (Zoom, Skype, other)

CLASSROOM AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT? 🪑

At the municipal library or at home: living room, kitchen or bedroom - in a quiet place, with a table, two chairs, a whiteboard, a slate and the student's materials

APPOINTMENT? 🗓

A first meeting is necessary to present the program, get to know each other, gather the material, create a course file and assess the student's gaps, strengths and weaknesses.

INTERVIEW WITH THE PARENT? 🗣 / 📊

1 / The parent will have read the teacher's report which will define the student's needs. The parent will have the opportunity to share their suggestions and other additional information.

2/ At the end of the month, the parent will receive a report to learn about the student's progress and areas for improvement. The parent will be able to share additional information and suggestions to better define the objectives for the following month.

DURATION AND FREQUENCY OF APPOINTMENTS? ⏳

To be agreed upon during the first meeting in person and online via a social network

REMARKS

Contact the teacher for tutoring requests or any other questions. She will be happy to answer you.

Amélie

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I am a Belgian (Flemish) and French student with a Masters in International Public Law (Amsterdam) and a Masters in Global development (University of Copenhagen). World traveler, I have lived in Thailand, Denmark, Greece, the Netherlands, US, Switzerland and many more countries, where I both dtudies and worked as a legal advisor.

I have been tutoring since 2017, both in person, in schools and online, since 2017, I have been working with around 250 students, located everywhere in the world! Here is an overview of my previous tutoring experience:

2022-Now:
Online tutoring on Apprentus, (approx 12h/week).

2023:
Tutor of Dutch at Varady Language school in Geneva

2021-2022:
I worked at "bijlesthuis," a Dutch tutoring institution, where I primarily taught French, Dutch, and English to adult learners seeking to improve their language skills. During the same period, I also provided classes to other students through Apprentus.

2021:
Through Apprentus and other websites, I assisted several younger students (ages 5-15) in Bern and Geneva, helping them improve their skills in subjects such as Maths and French.

2017-2020:
I worked for three years at a tutoring institution in Geneva called ARA, where I primarily taught French, Mathematics, and English.

During this time, I also spent two years working at a private school called Florimont, where I supported students aged 11-16 across various subjects by assisting them with their homework.

I can teach French, Dutch, and English, Spanish and in German, and I thoroughly enjoy teaching and assisting students in their progress and acquisition of new skills.

As a person, I am flexible, calm, and positive.

I am excited to meet you and look forward to working with you!

Amélie

Rémi

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🎯 ARE YOU TAKING ON A MANAGEMENT POSITION IN FRANCE AND DO YOU WANT TO MASTER HIGH-LEVEL PROFESSIONAL FRENCH?

I am a native French-speaking teacher, based in France, specializing in language coaching for foreign executives who hold or will hold positions of responsibility in French or Francophone companies.

🌐 TRILINGUAL ADVANTAGE
I speak French, Spanish and English. This triple competence allows me to understand the cultural and linguistic issues specific to your native language, and to guide you through the subtleties of business French: formalities, hierarchies, unspoken rules, implicit codes of the French professional world.

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🎯 WHAT WE WORK ON

🔹 EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATION
✅ Speaking engagements in management committees, boards, and strategic committees
✅ Presentation of financial and operational results
✅ Speech to teams and clients
✅ Presentations at general meetings, board meetings

🔹 NEGOTIATION AND INFLUENCE
✅ Negotiation of contracts and strategic partnerships
✅ Managing conflict and disagreement situations
✅ French-style influence and persuasion techniques
✅ Cultural codes of business negotiations in France

🔹 HIGH-LEVEL WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE
✅ Strategic emails, summary notes, memos
✅ Reports for management committee and board
✅ Internal and external communications
✅ Correspondence with public institutions and major accounts

🔹 TEAM MANAGEMENT IN FRENCH
✅ Management meetings, annual performance reviews
✅ Difficult feedback, reframing, internal conflict management
✅ Motivation and mobilization of the French teams

🔹 FRENCH PROFESSIONAL CULTURE
✅ Codes of the French hierarchy vs. international codes
✅ Managing the relationship with time and urgency
✅ Internal politics, power struggles, trade unions
✅ Interactions with the French administration
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🎯 FOR WHOM?
✅ Senior executives taking up a position in France
✅ Expatriates working in a French subsidiary
✅ Members of international steering committees who need to hold meetings in French
✅ Foreign business leaders setting up a subsidiary or making an acquisition in France
✅ Investors and directors sitting on French boards
✅ Minimum recommended level: B2
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🎓 MY METHOD

✅ A fully customized approach: built around your role, your sector, and your deadlines.
✅ Customized support: we work with your actual documents (with complete confidentiality)
✅ Realistic simulations: presentations, negotiations, feedback in real-world conditions
✅ Absolute confidentiality: non-disclosure agreement available upon request
✅ Flexible hours to accommodate executives' schedules
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⭐ WHY CHOOSE ME
✅ Native teacher based in France (immersion and genuine understanding of the local context)
✅ 32 five-star reviews on Apprentus, Trusted Teacher badge
✅ Over 10 years of teaching French to a demanding audience
✅ Trilingual French / Spanish / English
✅ Experience in the corporate world (lead ERP/POS consultant for major accounts)
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📅 AVAILABLE TIME SLOTS
🔸 Monday to Friday: from 7pm
🔸 Saturday: from 8:30 am
🔸 Sunday: from 9pm
🔸 Early morning slots available upon request for executives with tight schedules
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📩 FIRST CONTACT
Contact me and specify:
🔹 Your current or desired position
🔹 Your company's sector of activity
🔹 Your main deadlines (taking up the position, important committee meetings, board meetings...)
🔹 Your current level of French

I will respond within 24 hours and offer you a coaching plan tailored to your situation.

Huu

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At this time, almost the end of the year, we are slowly approaching the CFC exam period.

This is why I would like to share my help in preparing you for these exams that you will have at the end of the year.

So I help with oral exams in French, German and English.

Having myself graduated in 2022, I am perfectly able to support you on this final stretch.

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.

Valentine

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As a French-German and trilingual student (French and German as native languages – English CEC C1), I offer tutoring and homework help for students from primary to secondary I and II (approximately 10 to 20 years old).
I provide support in all subjects, although French and languages are my specialty.

Having already completed several years of tutoring, I have a great capacity for adaptation, and above all, we will build the pace of the tutoring together according to your needs. Furthermore, my experience as an older sister has taught me how to create a reassuring and motivating environment for learning and education.

Each session is fully personalized:
• Review and explanation of concepts not understood,
• adapted exercises,
• Preparation for tests, assessments and exams
• homework help,
• Methodological support (work organization, memorization, writing, autonomy).

I place particular importance on a caring approach to help each student progress, strengthen their skills and gain confidence!

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.

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.