French Tutor Guy
French Tutor Guy

French Tutor Guy

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Introduction: "Just Say Oui" CURRENT AVAILABILITY (EST) Tuesdays 3PM to 4PM or anytime between 5:30PM and 8PM Wednesdays 2PM-4PM CURRENT PROMOTIONS ►One free 30-minute trial lesson to all prospective students. ►FREE textbooks in PDF format along with accompanying workbooks, quizzes and tests. ►Free access to my Google Classroom, which contains a plethora of resources that I've compiled over my 18-year career as a French teacher - to help you master all grammatical structures, improve your listening comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills. MY TEACHING METHOD I provide a safe, student-centered, relaxed, enjoyable space for my students. You will speak and hear authentic French for the entirety of each lesson, which allows for rapid progression and growth. I will use authentic French via film, songs, TV shows, podcasts, news reports, interviews, poetry, GAMES, and more via my fully interactive eBook. MISSION STATEMENT To make learning French engaging and challenging through personally designed lessons building upon each other, to help you advance quickly and efficiently to the next level - while having FUN! MY EXPERIENCE I have lived, worked, and traveled extensively in Southern France, and I have been a private French tutor since 2005. Previously, I worked for twenty years as a K-12 certified French teacher. I have taught all levels of high school French, including levels 1-AP. Since having my own company, I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and have: - prepared many elementary, middle, high school, and college students for beginner, intermediate, and advanced courses - prepared students traveling to France for the first time - prepared a US Navy Seal for an international assignment - assisted a prospective French teacher in passing her NJ Certification Test - worked with a social worker who has since transferred to the field in Cameroon - taught families preparing for extended stays in French-speaking countries - helped a beginner gain fluency so that he could move abroad to pursue his Master's degree at the IMD Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland - helped a college student complete the entire French 1 curriculum in one summer so that he could comfortably navigate living and studying at Laval University in Quebec PERSONAL INTERESTS My personal interests include playing tennis since I was a small boy. I have played piano professionally in a jazz quartet for many years. I also enjoy lifting weights, hiking, walking and jogging. I am an amateur chef as well. Lastly, I volunteer as an ESL teacher for our local Haitian community. FAVORITE QUOTE Bonheur : as-tu réfléchi combien cet horrible mot a fait couler de larmes ? Sans ce mot-là, on dormirait plus tranquille et on vivrait à l'aise. -Gustave Flaubert I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my experience and qualifications with you.  With 15 years of teaching experience, we can work together to achieve your goals. I look forward to working with you. Guy
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Karen C.
Sep 21, 2022
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My son is taking French lessons with Guy, he loves his way of teaching and my son is always excited for French lessons with Guy.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • Intermediate • Conversational proficiency • Intermediate • Advanced • Professional or academic reading/writing • 60 minutes • The french tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Em P.
Jul 25, 2022
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Guy has been a huge help! After only a few lessons I already feel much more comfortable with my French-speaking ability thanks to his lessons. I especially liked that he chose important concepts to teach based on my specific needs to ensure I got the most out of our time.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • Beginner • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • I travel to the french tutor • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Merci mille fois Émilie !
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Justine M.
Feb 1, 2023
Guy is an excellent teacher and tutor! His lessons are structured and individualized to the student he is working with. I especially recommend him if you are an adult learner of a language. The structure is key for adult learners of another language, and he has a wealth of resources to share with you to learn the language. When I started taking lessons from him, I hadn't studied French in years, and I only had first year French (and I was very rusty). in one year of study with Guy, I'm in the intermediate book!
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Merci Justine - c'est toujours un plaisir de travailler avec toi!
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Brian S.
Jan 31, 2023
I came to Guy with a very rudimentary understanding of Frend from my high school days decades ago. He put a systematic learning plan in place for me and executed that plan using an online textbook as well as a plethora of his own curated material. His interactive teaching style, in-depth knowledge of French and humor helped me quickly move through the beginner levels with a real understanding of the grammar and excellent retention of the language. He customizes our lessons based on my strengths and weaknesses and truly develops a learning program specific for me. This unique approach cannot be duplicated with any app or on-line program available. After only a few months, I can carry out basic conversations and am feeling much more comfortable with the language. In summary Guy is a great French teacher and I would recommend him without reservation!!
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Priscila P.
Oct 22, 2023
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Guy is a wonderful teacher- some people are naturals with the ability to clearly explain material and understand how ro challenge you; and Guy does that beautifully.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • Full fluency • Intermediate • Intermediate • I travel to the french tutor • The french tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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