Who am I ?

French Teacher, Communication Specialist, and Structured Learning Strategist

Hello, I’m Zoé.

I am a certified French teacher and communication professional with over six years of experience teaching French online to students around the world.

Over the years, I have helped more than 200 learners — from complete beginners to advanced C1 students — develop confident, structured and lasting French skills.

My students include professionals working with French clients, IB and exam students, children, and motivated adults building their path to fluency.

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My Background

I graduated from the University of Grenoble with a specialisation in teaching young learners (5–10 years old).

Before dedicating myself fully to teaching, I worked as a chef and communications manager in the hospitality industry. This experience deeply shaped my approach to language learning:

  • Precision matters.

  • Structure creates confidence.

  • Communication is more than grammar — it’s cultural understanding.

Today, I combine pedagogical expertise with real-world communication experience to design practical, personalised online French lessons.

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My Teaching Philosophy

I don’t believe in random exercises or passive learning. I believe in:

  • Clear structure

  • Measurable progress

  • Active speaking practice

  • Cultural understanding

  • Long-term fluency

  • Learning should be fun

Whether you are preparing a business presentation, an IB oral exam, relocating to France, or simply building confidence in conversation, your lessons are tailored to your goals and learning style.

Each student follows a personalised path to fluency.

Who I Work With

I work particularly with:

• Professionals who need French for work, interviews, presentations and client communication
• Teenagers preparing exams (IB, GCSE, DELF)
• Children in bilingual or long-term learning pathways
• Advanced learners refining fluency and precision
• Students who need structure and confidence to unlock their potential

I also adapt lessons for learners with ADHD, dyslexia or learning differences, ensuring clarity and accessibility.

Beyond Grammar

Learning French is not just about conjugations. It is about understanding how French people think, communicate and structure ideas.

As I am also a lesson conceptor, therefore I build my lessons around :

  • Business communication

  • Cultural references (politics, pop culture, history, …)

  • Current affairs

  • Public speaking

  • Academic writing

  • Real-life scenarios

Because fluency is built through context, not memorisation.

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Examples of past classes

Why Students Choose to Work With Me

My students often say they appreciate:

  • My preparation and organisation

  • My patience and clarity

  • The diversity of topics

  • The balance between structure and flexibility

  • The real progress they see over time

For many, French stops being a source of stress, and becomes a tool they can use confidently.

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Get in touch !

Have a question about my French lessons?
Looking to organise a private or group session?

I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch and let’s discuss how I can support your goals.