| Name | Alexandre From Paris .. Recommended |
|---|---|
| City | Toronto, ON |
| Teaching | French |
| Native Language | French |
| Originally From | France |
| Working With | Adults, Groups |
| Levels I Teach | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
| Lessons Take Place | Online |
| Review Rating | |
| Hourly Rate | C$40 |
My name is Alexandre, from Paris, a French instructor and professional language trainer working with adults in Canada for almost 20 years.
University degree in communication and business from France.
I have been tutoring and training individuals for almost 20 years ranging from beginner to intermediate to advanced, university students but mainly specializing in professionals from managerial positions to executives, one on one as well as in groups from small home based offices and entreprises all the way to major Canadian corporates.
The lessons aim to improve your conversational skills, listening-comprehension skills, written skills as well as your knowledge of the vocabulary, grammar, conjugation (converting verbs according to subjects; I, you, they, etc, and tenses; past, future, present, etc.) while covering the cultural aspects and applying what we learn to real life case scenarios.
These courses are customized based on the goals and needs of the students, the deadlines (if any) and daily schedule, and also their background in the language (professional or personal experience, previous schooling, etc).
Monday to Friday between 9am and 9pm.
Weekends are also a possibility.
Available only for online lessons at this time.
Beyond providing a strong foundation for French conversation, Alexandre excels in explaining the cultural context and nuances to the language in a way that is both approachable and engrossing. By sharing insights into the "why" behind the rules / vocabulary and drawing from real-world examples, Alexandre enhances the lessons far beyond a typical "repeat after me" style and moves towards a deeper understanding of the language. As an adult French learner who is interested in French culture as well as the language, this makes for a more enriching and profound experience. Alexandre is also a wealth of knowledge for those seeking to push their knowledge further - by providing recommended French readings, debates, and media, Alexandre understands what is takes and the steps to become a native French speaker.
I’ve been working with Alexandre for the past 8 months and I couldn’t be happier! My boyfriend’s family is all from Switzerland and many of them don’t speak English. I made it my goal to learn conversational French so I am able to communicate with them. Alexandre understands my goals and has been helping me fulfill them in a way that feels manageable for me. He is extremely patient, kind and funny! I often have questions about the language and he always explains his answers in a way that makes sense to me and helps me to remember! Since working with him, I’ve been able to improve not only my French speaking abilities but also my confidence. Alexandre makes me feel extremely comfortable, not judged and excited to learn French every week! I genuinely enjoy talking to Alexandre and learning more about him! He is a great person and will definitely make you feel like a friend! Highly highly recommend!
I love my lessons with Alex. An incredibly knowledgeable and articulate French instructor, he can use any topic as a learning experience, which makes the lessons both fun and interesting. I'm picking up vocabulary on a wide range of subjects, from medicine (my own specialty) to current affairs, politics, history, science, you name it! Alex is also very patient with my anglophone pronunciations and multiple grammatical errors. And finally he has a really great puppy, who often attends lessons!
Alexandre and I have been working together for several months on my french speaking abilities. He is an an absolute pleasure to work with and a great teacher. His tutoring has greatly increased my french skills in a relatively short time. What is great about him is how flexible his lessons are and how good he is at adjusting them to your needs. I could not recommend him more.
Alex is an amazing tutor who will get you talking in French in no time. The sessions are comprehensive and Alex will push you to speak French to the best of your ability. He is always willing to answer your questions and always ready to explain a concept to you over and over until you get it. He is an excellent resource on your French learning journey!
I've been having classes with Alex for a couple of months now, and the improvement since the early classes are clear! He adjusted his teaching to accommodate better my learning and understanding of the language, and is very accommodating of my schedule when needed. Alex has a lot of expertise on his teaching and knows how to transfer knowledge that well during classes.
Alexandre is an excellent French tutor! I've always wanted to learn to speak French but didn't think it was possible, especially as an adult. Alexandre tailored the lessons to suit my learning ability & style and has been very patient. I am amazed how far I've come in a short period of time. All thanks to Alexandre! I highly recommend him!
Alex is the best French teacher! He is organized, passionate about the French language and very funny. When we began our classes in April, Alex asked what our goals were for learning French. We let him know that we were moving to Switzerland in September and wanted to learn basic conversational skills. He developed a program for us to speak/read/write past tense, future tense, and learning French phrases. We also asked for information on local etiquette and culture, which he provided personal experience/education. We really enjoyed learning French with Alex and feel prepared for our big move! We have shared many funny jokes and interesting stories that have made the last few months of class fly by! We would highly recommend taking French classes with Alex - he will help you reach your goals and enjoy learning!
Alexandre is the best French instructor you could ever ask for! He is a professional French instructor, while taking lessons with him I really enjoyed the way he tuned his teaching method to match my way of learning.In terms of his teaching method, he puts great effort to listen properly to his students and tries to enlighten them with patience and care. Also, he teaches students in accordance with their aptitude to help them achieve their full potential. What sets him apart is his knowledge of French Language which adds a dimension to learning French resulting in a deeper understanding of the language. As an experienced teacher he knows how to bring excitement and joy to his lessons. You can experience the highest standards of professionalism in his work. He gave me the confidence to start and make progress on learning French. After taking classes, I’ve developed a passion & enthusiasm for learning the French language. I really enjoyed learning French from him. I’d strongly recommend Alexandre to anyone who wants to learn French and enjoy this journey.
Alexandre is a natural teacher and very easy to talk to. His practical and structured approach to our lessons was refreshing after my years of studying French in a classroom, reading through textbooks, and repeating lines written on a chalkboard. He incorporates reading, writing, and speaking practice into his lessons, which I especially appreciated since I often neglected one of these forms of practice when studying on my own. He is also readily able to explain new vocabulary words and the influence of French culture on the language. Since a sentence in one language cannot always be translated literally into another language, Alexandre often points out the subtle differences in how English-speakers and French-speakers would express something. I greatly enjoyed our lessons and highly recommend Alexandre to anyone intimidated by the prospect of learning French.
