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Private French courses / DELF & DALF / FIDE preparation

Bonjour !

I am a native French tutor with international experience, offering French lessons for adults and children.
Individuals or small groups.
My French lessons can be designed to prepare beginners to advanced level students for IB French exams, DELF and DALF exams as well as FIDE test.
I also specialize in teaching business French to professionals.
I have more than 20 years’ experience teaching French in Europe and have had the opportunity to accompany many expatriates living in Switzerland in order to best support them in their learning of French.
My teaching method is adapted to each student, you will progress effectively, at your own pace.
If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or want to sign up for lessons.

À bientôt !

Laure

Extra information

➤ Conversational French
These classes are designed to improve your oral fluency and comprehension.
This style of class is for those who want an introduction to French or to refresh and improve their French conversational skills and will suit those learning French for day to day life or simply to enjoy Swiss and French culture.
Course topics: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Vocabulary and Grammar.


➤ French for beginners
This style of course is designed to teach how to introduce yourself and get by in everyday life, with an approach to basic grammar.
You will progress according to your needs and at your own pace.
All beginner level material (A1 and A2), course reviews with vocabulary and exercises will be provided after each course by email.
Course topics: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Vocabulary and Grammar.


➤ DELF/DALF exams
I offer DELF and DALF courses to choose from A1 to C1 level to obtain the best grades for the certificate as much as feeling confident during the exam guaranteeing you 100% success.
The methods used are specific to the teaching of French as a foreign language (F.L.E)
My DELF & DALF preparation courses are personalized, adapted to your specific needs and pace allowing you to achieve your goals more effectively than in a group or classroom setting.

• I will design a personalized study plan for you, based on your specific needs and your language level.

• I offer an effective preparation with tailored learning materials (full range of DELF and DALF ressources and assessments).

• I will cover key areas such as listening, reading, writing and speaking and work meticulously to ensure that each area meets the required standards of the exam.

• For homework, I will assign you work to practice grammar if necessary, develop your vocabulary and prepare written and oral comprehension, written and oral production tasks. The homework will then be prepared and reviewed.

All aspects are covered: vocabulary, conjugation, grammar, phonetics, writing, spelling, reading and comprehension, newspaper articles, conversation, French and Swiss civilisation and culture.


➤ FIDE test preparation
I offer personalised FIDE test preparation courses from level A1 to level B1 in order to best support you in your objectives, whether it is applying for a residence permit or to obtain Swiss naturalization.
The course will focus on the different parts of the FIDE test :

• Oral comprehension with short audio texts and comprehension questions.
• Oral production with introductory interview, interactive tasks (e.g. describing a photo).
• Written comprehension with more or less authentic Swiss texts and comprehension questions (eg: true/false).
• Written production filling out a form or writing a free production (eg: a brief email).
• Develop vocabulary and key expressions of the themes covered in the test.

I will guide you throughout your learning of the language so that your level meets the specific expectations of the FIDE test knowing exactly what the difficulties may be for candidates preparing for exams of this type.


➤ IB French tuition
I specialise in IB French tuition to support high school students.
I help you prepare effectively for your IB French exams, offering personalized IB French courses which focus on the four aspects of the language : listening, oral expression, written production, and written comprehension.

With my support, you will be able to :

• Develop oral and written communication skills in French. This includes the ability to express yourself clearly and coherently, to understand and interpret written and oral texts, as well as to produce varied written tasks.

• Explore the diversity of French-speaking cultures and societies through the study of texts, press, films, songs, and other artistic forms. Understand the cultural, historical and social themes associated with the works studied.

• Develop intercultural sensitivity by comparing and contrasting the cultural aspects of French-speaking societies with your own cultural context.

•Develop in-depth reflection on the themes covered and stimulate your critical thinking by analyzing texts, evaluating perspectives and formulating opinions.

Course topics: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar.


➤ Business French
I also specialize in teaching business French for individuals and companies.
The courses can suit students of all levels, whether you are beginner or advanced.
The business French courses is tailored to your needs and schedule to acquire the necessary knowledge to work with French-speaking people to facilitate your integration and your professional life.

With the following objectives:

• Writing your CV and cover letters in French
• Attending job interviews
• Communicating with your business team
• Interacting with French customers and business partners
• Writing e-mails or letters in French
• Socialising with your French colleagues
• Giving presentations and preparing business reports

Course topics: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Vocabulary and Grammar


All material, lesson reviews with vocabulary and exercises will be provided after each lesson by email.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Geneva, Switzerland
At student's location: Around Lausanne, Switzerland
At student's location: Around Bern, Switzerland
At student's location: Around Neuchâtel, Switzerland
At teacher's location: Lausanne, Switzerland

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
French for adults, Fsl, School
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:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, French

About Me

I have many years of experience teaching French in Europe, including online French lessons.
I worked full-time teaching French at a secondary school in the Czech Republic, as well as having my own Language School in Prague.
My clients included Xerox, Deloitte and Touche, Louis Vuitton, Elite, and many diplomatic families. I then taught in London with the French Institute, preparing and assessing students for the DELF and DALF exams. My students included many professionals from artists to bankers, who require a highly articulate level of French language skills.
Over the last 4 years, I have conducted my own tutoring business moving between France and Australia. I have now moved back to France where I teach online so that I can provide lessons to students all around the world.

Education

Virlojeux (1998-2000) - History of Arts (Bachelors)
French Alliance (2001-2002) - FLE teacher, DELF and DALF examiner
French Institute (2002-2006) - FLE teacher, DELF and DALF examiner

Experience / Qualifications

My current clients include:
Project manager and policy officers (humanitarian intergovernmental and non governmental organizations)
Deputies (European institutions)
Officers (army)
Executives, and senior executives for global companies (agribusiness, food and pharmaceutical, bank & finance, sports & entertainment, technology)
IB students
Diplomatic families

If you want to discuss your needs with me, i will be pleased to come up with a teaching plan for you. Please don't hesitate to contact me.

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A very patient and thorough tutor that caters to your level and works from there. Extremely helpful and well prepared.

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