| Name | Christelle C. |
|---|---|
| City | Gatineau, QC |
| Teaching | French |
| Native Language | French |
| Originally From | France |
| Working With | Kids (7y+), Youth, Adults |
| Levels I Teach | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
| Lessons Take Place | Online |
| Timezone | America/Toronto (PST+3) |
| Hourly Rate | $35 |
Certified French language instructor and children’s book editor with extensive experience teaching learners of all ages and backgrounds. I offer engaging, personalized lessons focused on communication, confidence, and cultural discovery. My approach blends structure, creativity, and authenticity to help each student enjoy learning French and make real progress.
Certificate in Publishing and Literature – Petit Génie, Canada Certificate - Teaching French as a Foreign Language – Allaince Française, France Ongoing professional development in FLE (Teaching French as a Foreign Language), online pedagogy, and cross-cultural communication
French Language Instructor (Online & In-Person) – Over 6 years of experience teaching French to children, teenagers, and adults in group and individual settings. Expertise in creating interactive, learner-centered lessons that build communication skills and confidence. Educational Content Creator – Designed engaging activities, worksheets, and learning materials for French as a Foreign Language courses, adapted to various proficiency levels. Editor and Cultural Consultant – Founder of a children’s publishing company promoting diversity, confidence, and cultural awareness. Collaborated on books such as “Malcolm Little” by Ilyasah Shabazz and “Giant Steps to Change the World” by Spike Lee & Tonya Lewis Lee. Language and Culture Advocate – Organized and led workshops on Francophone culture, literature, and history for international audiences, blending storytelling, creativity, and cross-cultural understanding.
My teaching approach is centered on communication, confidence, and cultural connection. I create interactive lessons that combine real-life situations, authentic materials, and creative activities to make learning meaningful and enjoyable. Each class is adapted to the learner’s goals, level, and personality — whether it’s improving conversational fluency, mastering grammar, or discovering Francophone culture. I believe that language learning should be dynamic, inspiring, and deeply human.
I offer flexible scheduling throughout the week to accommodate students in different time zones. I am generally available for online lessons Monday to Friday, as well as some weekends upon request. Please note that I am not available on Mondays from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., and Fridays from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. (Eastern Time). I’m happy to adjust and find suitable time slots that fit your schedule.
I teach exclusively online using platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. My virtual lessons are dynamic, well-structured, and supported by interactive materials to ensure an engaging learning experience for each student.
