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The Best French Tutors in Portola Valley, CA

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Joy C.

28/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

My goal: to connect with my students and enable them to succeed.

5 hours tutoring

Hi there! My name is Joy. I'm currently a student at the University of Oxford, studying English Language and Literature, and I love to teach just as much as I love to learn. I began tutoring back in my junior year of high school. I offered free essay support services to my peers in classes such as AP Lang, AP Lit,...

Jacqueline G.

105/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

French Tutor for Middle School, High School, College, and Adults

Hi, I'm Jacqueline and I'm a full-time French tutor specializing in French tutoring for students of all ages. I have taught over 160 students and work with all of them to create a program tailored to their individual goals and needs. I can help you with all aspects of French including...

Very prepared and great communication skills

Jacqueline has had a huge impact on helping my daughter become successful in her high school French class. Jacqueline always comes prepared with exercises and work sheets that help her teach various aspects of learning a foreign l... - Paula, 52 lessons with Jacqueline

Anuradha A.

150/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Top-Rated, Credentialed English & Social Studies Teacher

4.6 (41)

166 hours tutoring

I studied French in college, taking upper division courses before I switched majors. I converse in French once a week with an advanced learner.

Best world history tutor!

Anu Radha taught our son world history. He is currently in eight grade and world history is definitely a difficult subject to master but with Anu's help and guidance we have seen a great improvement. She is very knowledgeable an... - Archana, 10 lessons with Anuradha

Ludka K.

90/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Double-Masters, Great Reviews, Multi-Subject Tutor

4.8 (55)

178 hours tutoring

...Level. I lived and studied in France for five years. I also worked on a few translating projects for friends and I tutored a high school American student in French....

Sarah H.

100/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Paris-Born French Tutor

4.9 (31)

82 hours tutoring

Native Paris speaker, French school experience. Language + culture/food/history.

A friendly teacher who handles children well

The teacher is very friendly and has the skill to keep my young child engaged by focusing on topics of interest. My child said she wanted to meet the teacher again. She understood my goals well and taught accordingly. I’m so happy... - Chorong, 14 lessons with Sarah

Abhay S.

80/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Stanford Computer Science Tutor experienced in AI/ML and GIS

4.5 (8)

14 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Abhay! I'm a senior at Stanford University studying Computer Science (with a focus on AI) and Math, and I would be extremely excited to offer my tutoring services in any of these areas to help you succeed! I have a year of experience working alongside middle and high school students as a teaching assistant for...

Great tutor.

Very knowledgeable on Python. Helped a lot, and I'd encourage others to do as I did and hire him as a tutor. He knows what he's talking about, and will get you to the point where you do, too. - Matt, 2 lessons with Abhay

Bryan H.

120/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

College Professor, Linguist, Speech & Written Language Specialist

5.0 (480)

1,612 hours tutoring

Response time: 8 minutes

I studied French Language and Culture at Universite Laval in Quebec, as well as receiving a minor degree in French from Michigan State University. I am conversationally apt. As a Linguist, I am able to explain French in a way average French instructors cannot! By using Linguistic techniques I...

A tutor that knows exactly what he's talking about

I have failed the linguistics section of the English CSET three separate times and was feeling really defeated. One of my friends suggested Bryan and said that he really helped her develop the skills she needed. To be completely h... - Mary, 4 lessons with Bryan

Lianne W.

100/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Enjoy learning middle/H.S. math and physics

5.0 (16)

52 hours tutoring

As a lifelong learner, I enjoy helping others not only enjoy learning, but also discover and develop their interests and abilities for good purposes. I welcome opportunities to prepare students to learn what is needed to address the challenges facing our world. My curiosity about the world and how things work led me to...

Great teacher- highly qualified and patient

Lianne really knows the subject, and can explain it in different ways. She is patient and also knowledgeable of what students are learning in school. She was able to adjust to our daughter’s learning style and level. - Elisa

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Danielle P.

115/hour

Experienced French Professor, Novelist, French & English Tutor

5.0 (742)

3,549 hours tutoring

Response time: 53 minutes

Bonjour! My name is Danielle, and I am a French professor with a B.A. in French from Georgetown University and a Master's in French language and civilization from New York University in Paris. I've also studied at...

Ideal educator and a brilliant tutor.

Hands down, the best tutor we've ever hired. So, so pleased at the progress my daughter has made with Danielle both in classwork and for her IB French HL test. She's the perfect blend of patience, professionalism and instructiona... - Kate, 45 lessons with Danielle

Les V.

50/hour

European languages, math, writing, and test prep specialist

5.0 (171)

501 hours tutoring

I have a BA and an MA in French, specializing in 17th and 20th Century literature. I have been a lecturer in French at California State University at Los Angeles. I was the developer of Survival French classes taught in the...

Excellent Tutor

My son was preparing for the HSPT exam and approximately one month before the test he decided he needed a tutor. We found Les online at Wyzant. They had about 10 sessions each lasting an hour. My son needed help in knowing what wa... - Brian, 7 lessons with Les

Giovanni D.

35/hour

Language Classes Italian, Spanish, French and German

4.9 (290)

723 hours tutoring

Response time: 21 minutes

Hello, I am an experienced language teacher. I am a native speaker of Italian and I am fluent in French Spanish and German. I have a BA in Linguistics, a Master's in European Politics, a Master's in Italian Studies from the...

Awesome Tutor with good results

Giovanni helped me with many of my Intermediate Spanish homework assignments. I had only very basic knowledge of Spanish before meeting with him. With him guiding my use of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciations, I was able to sc... - Raffe, 4 lessons with Giovanni

James P.

65/hour

Step-by-step skills for beginners, polishing for intermediates

5.0 (1084)

3,865 hours tutoring

I am excellent with beginning students. I have a knack for getting good French pronunciation from beginners and have fun with those who are just exploring their knowledge of the language since I offer much information on French...

Efficient, enthusiastic tutor

My son, a high school senior, needed work on his writing skills, primarily for the SAT but also in general. I wanted to prepare him for college level writing and a private tutor is very helpful to develop these skills. Jim was ... - Eileen, 17 lessons with James

Deborah P.

100/hour

Fun with the fascinating "langue française"

5.0 (1735)

3,659 hours tutoring

Response time: 9 minutes

My love of the French language, cuisine, art and literature began in high school. I was rewarded with a perfect score of 800 on the French SAT. I continued to pursue my studies of French throughout college. I took so many...

A MIRACLE IN THE MAKING

My daughter was in need of a tutor but was adamant about receiving professional help. As a parent, I felt that my personal opinion wasn’t sufficient in reviewing her college bound essay. So, I turned to Wyzant to hire the best. I... - Robert

Catherine L.

70/hour

Experienced Native French Instructor

5.0 (5438)

11,892 hours tutoring

All levels, French lessons tailored to your needs.

Positive and Encouraging Tutor

My son came to Catherine when he was nearly failing French as a freshman in high school. His low grade prompted us to seek tutoring. At that time, he showed no signs of real interest or aptitude. While working with Catherine,... - Laurie, 27 lessons with Catherine

Thaddeus R.

55/hour

Patient and Fun Spanish/French tutor. Test prep, homework help, & more

5.0 (2506)

8,249 hours tutoring

Response time: 29 minutes

Maybe your goal is to simply pass a test. Maybe you just want help with some homework. Maybe it's just to get through that dreaded Spanish/French class! Or maybe it's to get your child some confidence because you love them so...

10/10 Thaddeus is the man for the job

I worked with Thaddeus to get through my Spanish 202 class, which was the last class I needed before I graduated. Safe to say I passed! It is absolutely all thanks to the fantastic help offered to me by having Thaddeus as my tutor... - Kori, 5 lessons with Thaddeus

Judy V.

90/hour

UBE Bar Exam, French, ESL, Job Interview Preparation, LSAT, and SAT

5.0 (1705)

15,167 hours tutoring

I have experience teaching at all levels and to all age groups, from pre-school children to post-graduate level, including business people seeking to acquire a working knowledge of English as a Second Language or French. As a British...

Great tutor that knows the exam inside and out! Ditch the commercial courses for Judy!

The first half of my bar prep journey was extremely stressful. On top of studying during a global pandemic, my commercial bar prep course gave me no guidance on what to focus on and failed to provide me with a productive schedule.... - Nick, 59 lessons with Judy

Tihamiyou B.

85/hour

A knowledgeable CFA and Accounting tutor

5.0 (149)

750 hours tutoring

Response time: 3 minutes

Your success is my priority. I have been preparing to work with you for many years. When we share our enthusiasm for finance, accounting, and investment, we will both be enriched by the experience. We will succeed together. How have I...

THE BEST TUTOR EVER

Always informative and teaches the basics as well as advanced knowledge. Even in the setting of an urgent and short meeting he can quickly adapt lessons to get students to the right place! - R, 24 lessons with Tihamiyou

Erica F.

55/hour

Passionate French tutor with MA and 4+ years of living in Paris!

5.0 (831)

1,486 hours tutoring

My time in France gave me great insight into the French culture and also helped me perfect my level of French. I have tutored students of all ages and levels, from elementary school to well into adulthood, in French for over...

Desiree B.

65/hour

Experience native French teacher/ tutor - DELF and TEF exams certified

5.0 (654)

3,085 hours tutoring

I am a native French speaker, who has been living in the US since 2001. I obtained a French instructor certificate in 2004 and also the certifications for DELF/ DALF and TEF exams. Being a mother of 4 children (almost all...

Wonderful Teacher! Every lesson is better than the last!

Words can’t express how absolutely thankful I am we found Ms. Desiree! My daughter has made amazing progress, and she can’t wait to get to class. My daughter dreams of attending her 10th grade year in France. And Desiree is the pe... - James, 86 lessons with Desiree

Soraya O.

95/hour

Highly Experienced French/Spanish Tutor (15+years) AP Tests

Response time: 6 minutes

I am a French native speaker with over 10 years' experience teaching French as a foreign language. I adapt my method to the personality of my students to keep up their motivation and interest in the language.

Incredible Tutor

We are incredibly grateful for Soraya, who played a key role in helping my son excel in his AP French. Her personalized approach, patience, and deep understanding of the curriculum made a real difference. My son not only gained co... - Jie, 12 lessons with Soraya

Sabrina O.

90/hour

French Language Instructor

5.0 (535)

2,537 hours tutoring

Born and raised in France. Obtained a Bachelor’s degree from a french business school. Taught french to adults, college students and high school students for more than three years.

Max C.

59/hour

Native French Tutor with 15 Year experience, Translator, Book Author

5.0 (800)

5,233 hours tutoring

I am a native French Tutor based in the US, a Translator by trade and a French book author. Over the years I have tutored a number of French as well as English students and I have worked for many companies and translation...

So glad to have him!

He is patient and thorough. It is difficult for me to learn a new language. Max is wonderful in his consistency and willingness to work with and find examples and exercises to support me through the process. I would highly recomme... - Kristi, 54 lessons with Max

Denise B.

50/hour

Credentialed French teacher with 10 + years of experiece

5.0 (311)

654 hours tutoring

Response time: 54 minutes

I have a BA in French Education, an MA in French and am a credentialed K-12 teacher. I have lived in France and traveled in French-speaking areas of Canada and Africa. As a high school teacher, I taught French I through...

Nidia V.

43/hour

I guarantee that my classes will never be boring! :)

5.0 (542)

2,404 hours tutoring

Response time: 47 minutes

I'm certified by the French Ministry of Education - DELF B2 I have 2 years of teaching experience

Knowledgeable and Creative Tutor

Nidia has been teaching me Spanish and French for a few years now and I can confidently say I always look forward to her lessons. She’s very knowledgeable in the languages & her kindness shines through her teaching. Nidia is a ver... - Diana, 131 lessons with Nidia

Lynni W.

60/hour

BA, Masters in French Language and Lit w/20+ yrs teaching experience

5.0 (620)

2,877 hours tutoring

Response time: 54 minutes

I have been teaching college-level French in the Reno area at the University of Nevada Reno as a full-time lecturer since 2001. Prior to that I taught French at Truckee Meadows Community College and have tutored area high school...

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Dianne K.

11 French lessons

In addition, Nathalie regularly asks me what areas of French culture I want to learn about, and then searches for appropriate, up-to-date articles, which she either brings to the lesson or sends me in advance. This is wonderful, because I am not only learning French, but also learning about things that interest me, and developing the vocabulary to talk about them in French! Nathalie also has provided me with countless internet sources for reading and listening to French on my own.

Chris B.

1 French lesson

Once I fell behind in my 2nd semester French class I contacted a native French tutor who wasn’t able to help me to the level required. After extensively researching the available French tutors on WyzAnt I choose Geraldine and it was the best decision I have ever made a French student. Geraldine is a true professional tutor who is also a hard working genuine person. She caters to my level of French and learning style and has copious patience.

Neal W.

7 French lessons

He is an engaging man who loves to talk about anything French, from wine, to the French Revolution to Monet. Part of my lesson plan includes talking about and describing the paintings of Monet, in French, of course and what I expect to do, see and hear on a future trip to Monaco to see the French Grand-Prix. He is an excellent tutor who is helping me toward achieving my goal of an "A" grade in my next semester of French.

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