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French & Spanish professor - 20+ years teaching experience !!!
Matthew F.

142 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $35

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Bio

Bonjour! ¡Buenos Días!

Do you want to learn a language?
Are you preparing for a long awaited trip?
Maybe you’re looking to get ahead in your French/Spanish class.
Tired of demanding language apps?

If any of these apply to you, I can help. My name is Matthew F., and I am a French and Spanish instructor at NNU. I am a teacher at a local high school as well, where I teach French at an International Baccalaureate School.

I have 20 years of teaching experience - with students aged 4 -...

Bonjour! ¡Buenos Días!

Do you want to learn a language?
Are you preparing for a long awaited trip?
Maybe you’re looking to get ahead in your French/Spanish class.
Tired of demanding language apps?

If any of these apply to you, I can help. My name is Matthew F., and I am a French and Spanish instructor at NNU. I am a teacher at a local high school as well, where I teach French at an International Baccalaureate School.

I have 20 years of teaching experience - with students aged 4 - 74 - and 16 years living abroad. I'm flexible, honest, patient, but also challenging. I love teaching, tutoring, learning, but most of all witnessing the "light bulb" moment. I also love traveling back home to France, where I was born and raised.

The summer is just around the corner! Things are opening back up. Time to shake off that rust!
I guarantee a change of attitude, a change of perspective and a change in your grades.

Consider signing up for a few sessions. I can help you prepare for a trip (translations, travel tips, useful phrases, etc...) or we can tackle the language head on. Tell me your goals, your experience and your availability and we can get started right away!

A très bientôt. ¡Hasta pronto!


Education

Northwest Nazarene University
History Education
Northwest Nazarene University
MEd
  • Licensed teacher

Additional Languages

French
Spanish

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $35
  • Rate details: $45/hr single student session $70/hr 2 students (same level) $100/hr 3-4 students (same level)
  • Lesson cancellation: 8 hours notice required
  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I recently completed a teacher required course in math and passed 100% of the assignments. While my majors in college were history, education, and languages, I have always had an affinity for math. I can help in other areas besides math as well.
American History

American History

I have Idaho teaching credentials for History (7-12). I graduated from NNU with a B.A. in History Education. I have taught US History for the Meridian School District (2 years).
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have taught foreign languages at all levels for 12 years. I am a French and Spanish professor and have had many jobs as an ESL teacher/language tutor.
European History

European History

I have Idaho teaching credentials for History (7-12). I graduated from NNU with a B.A. in History Education (particular emphasis in European History) I was born and raised in France.
French

French

I was born and raised in France. I currently teach French at a local University and am the Concurrent Credit French supervisor of 6 different schools in the Treasure Valley.
Geography

Geography

I have Idaho teaching credentials for Social Studies (7-12). I was born and raised in France and have traveled to 16 different countries. I currently teach a Global Perspectives class at a local High School.
Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

I passed the Idaho Technology Competency Exam in Dec 2002 (administered to Teachers from State Board of Ed.). I completed a Master's degree in Education (2009, NNU) which entailed a Technology in the Classroom course I earned an A).
Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint

To receive my Idaho State Board of Education teaching credentials, I had to pass the Idaho Technology Competency Exam in December of 2002. I also completed a Master's degree in Education (Curriculum and Instruction, in 2009; NNU). I have completed two technology course (one in undergraduate and another in my Master's studies). I use technology everyday in the classroom (presentations, handouts, spreadsheets).
Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

My Idaho State Board of Education teaching credentials include a mandatory Idaho Technology Competency Exam (passed in December of 2002). My master's degree I earned in Education (Curriculum and Instruction, in 2009; NNU). comprised 1 course focused on the use of technology in the classroom. I also drafted several terms papers for each course, including a 10-15 research papers that followed the APA format. I teach my students everyday through the use of technology. I create handouts for their learning and project my work on a school site (at the High School and the University where I teach). I use technology everyday in the classroom (presentations, handouts, spreadsheets). I have to renew my credentials every 5 years, and have done so twice since 2002.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I just renewed my Idaho Teaching Certificate (7-12) in Social Studies. I am an NNU graduate (Dec 2002); I received a B.A. in History Education. I have taught US History (2 years), and Global Perspectives (2 years).
Spanish

Spanish

I have Idaho teaching credentials for Spanish (7-12). I was born and raised in France. I am a Spanish adjunct professor at NNU and a Concurrent Credit Spanish instructor at a local High School.
Grammar
Prealgebra
Probability
Reading
Spelling
TOEFL
Vocabulary

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Great tutor!

I highly recommend Matt. He has done wonders with our son! Our son was failing Spanish when we found Matt. Now, he has passed his first semester of Spanish and even received a "B" on his Spanish final! Matt is GREAT and he cares! Matt has a very effective teaching style which makes our son feel comfortable to learn and make mistakes, which I feel is VERY important! Our son always leaves his tutoring sessions with confidence and his head held high. After every session, Matt takes the time to write a thorough and honest review of how the session went and what materials were covered. And, Matt is very accommodating when it comes to meeting times and locations. There is no doubt... We picked the right tutor for our son! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

April, 28 lessons with Matthew

Great experience.

Just what I was looking for. Personal lessons at a comfortable pace. Very patient with me and my questions.

Dorla, 2 lessons with Matthew

We're super happy with Sr. Matthew!

Matthew (we call him Sr. Matthew) has been working with my 4.5 year old daughter for almost two years now. We were interested in her having some exposure to Spanish before she enters a Spanish immersion elementary. Sr. Matthew is knowledgeable and makes learning fun. He follows her lead and is very patient, which is a must for this age group. He has been very flexible regarding appointment times which we really appreciate. My daughter really looks forward to their visits.

Megan, 47 lessons with Matthew

Soooo helpful

Matt is wonderful about teaching me what I need to know for an upcoming trip to France.. He is very knowledgeable for people traveling.

Priscilla , 13 lessons with Matthew
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