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About
I have 7,000+ hours of experience teaching FRENCH.
I am a NATIVE French speaker from PARIS (now living in Florida).
I teach remotely using Zoom or FaceTime, only one-on-one.
I work 7/7, most days from 9am to 9pm.
My students are all over the US, in Europe and in Australia.
I teach beginner to advanced levels, to students, tourists and French language lovers.
We practice conversation. We role play real-life situations.
We have fun.
With beginners I always start with the basics of French grammar, then I focus on their listening comprehension and their PRONUNCIATION, adding more grammar only when it's necessary, unless they are in middle school or high school.
I love seeing my students making progress.
Overview
Hired 37 times
Serves Clearwater, FL
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2 employees
9 years in business
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I work remotely (phone or internet)
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Gary W.
Apr 25, 2018
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I just had my first lesson with Catherine and didn't know what to expect because I have had no previous foreign language. The lesson was a very pleasant experience as she patiently guided me through some of the basic sounds in the French language. I look forward to future sessions and would recommend her to anyone.
Details: 65 years or older • No experience • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • Once a week • 45 minutes • Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Saturday • Friday • Morning (9am - noon) • Early morning (before 9am) • Early afternoon (noon - 3pm) • On an ongoing basis • Willing to work around teacher's schedule • Conducting initial research • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)
Speak like a Parisian's reply
Thank you Gary!
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Phyllis S.
Jun 15, 2018
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This was my third lesson with Catherine and I am so happy that I chose her. Already, I have learned so much and am quite happy that she has recognized my ability to learn French because of my history of learning other languages.
She is extremely patient and always makes sure that my pronunciation is spot on. Being able to pronounce the language I am learning is very important to me.
As a lot of people, I took French when in high school and I can honestly say that I think my lessons with Catherine have been better. Yes, one-on-one is easier, but the teaching method implemented by Catherine with me is superior.
Thank you Catherine.
Phyllis Schmidt
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • Once a week • 60 minutes • Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Saturday • Friday • Sunday • Morning (9am - noon) • Early morning (before 9am) • Late afternoon (3 - 6pm) • Evening (after 6pm) • As recommended by teacher • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Ready to hire the right teacher now • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the french tutor • The french tutor travels to me
Speak like a Parisian's reply
Thank you so much!
You are a very fast student :))
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Justin W.
Nov 8, 2023
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I'd been struggling to learn French on my own for many years. But after working with Catherine, things finally started to make sense. It really does take personal interaction to understand the finer points of pronunciation and grammar and Catherine really brought that home with incredible patience and precision. I've absolutely loved working with her and highly recommend her to anyone who wants to take their French to the next level.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the french tutor • The french tutor travels to me
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Carolyn P.
May 24, 2018
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Catherine is an experienced teacher whose methods are truly helpful for anyone wanting to learn or improve their French!
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • Full fluency • Intermediate • Intermediate • Professional or academic reading/writing • More than once a week • 45 minutes • Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Saturday • Friday • Sunday • Evening (after 6pm) • As soon as possible • Ready to hire the right teacher now • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)
Speak like a Parisian's reply
Thank you so much!
It’s a pleasure to have you as my student!
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Angela A.
Jul 26, 2018
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I’ve met with Catherine two times this week. I love her dedication to helping her students learn proper pronunciation. Can’t wait for more lessons!
Details: 45 - 64 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • Beginner • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 45 minutes • I travel to the french tutor • The french tutor travels to me
Speak like a Parisian's reply
Thank you so much for your review!
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Catherine Chavanne
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My prices are:
$30 for my 30 minute trial class on Zoom or FaceTime.
$75 per hour on ZOOM or FaceTime,
$40 for 1/2 hour on ZOOM or FaceTime.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My classes are a mix of theory and practice with a lot of attention on pronunciation.
To be able to replicate the French sounds is crucial.
It doesn’t need to be perfect but good enough to be understood by French people.
The goal is communication!
If the student has studied some French already, I check their real level by asking them simple questions so I can see what they understand, how they pronounce the French sounds, and how their grammar is.
It allows me to pinpoint their weak points and to address them right away.
If the student is a beginner, I train them with the unique French sounds and show them in what words they can find these sounds.
I go from the sounds to the words.
I choose words that are common and that they will use and I give multiple examples.
And I introduce grammar very progressively with a lot of practice.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a solid education in French grammar and literature.
I got 17/20 on my French baccalauréat (end of French high school exam) then I graduated with honors.
I constantly look for ways to improve my teaching approach and help my students speed up their fluency.
I attend language conferences, follow language specialists, etc. to stay current on the latest proven methods to learn a language.
