If you find yourself in need of some assistance learning the intricate French language, Varsity Tutors would be happy to help by getting you set up with Boston French lessons. Whether you are a student at an area high school or college such as Boston Latin School or Harvard, needing a little guidance through your language course, or you are learning a new language for any other reason, it can be a challenge to face on your own. Utilizing an additional resource, such as lessons or a private tutor, can be an effective way to practice your French language skills.
French is the only other language aside from English that is spoken on all the continents, and it is the official language of 29 countries. It is the fourth native language in the United States and the second most taught second language. Being fluent in an influential second language, such as French, can be beneficial both in and outside of the workplace. Being a bilingual applicant could potentially give you an edge while applying to companies, particularly ones that rely on international connections. Understanding a second language can, also, be helpful for any traveling, whether for business or for pleasure.
Regardless of where you are in your French language skills, just starting out with the basics of your first class or looking to work ahead and give yourself more of a challenge, Varsity Tutors can set you up with either courses or private lessons to help. You have the opportunity to get started in one of these options quickly and to find the right one to fit your schedule and needs. Each type of lesson is taught by highly qualified instructors and offers its own unique benefits. You may even find that a combination of both is the best option for you.
What types of language skills could Boston French lessons help me to review?
From high school level French courses, such as the ones taught at Match Charter Public School, to more advanced French classes in area colleges like MIT, there are many different concepts that lessons can help you get more familiar and comfortable with. French is a Romance language with Latin roots. It has many unique skills to learn including complex relative pronouns, gendered nouns, written accents, and pronunciations. With different dialects being spoken in different parts of the world and each having different idioms and phrases, mastering this language can seem daunting. Regular practice and consistency with writing, speaking, and reading the language may be the key to your success. French lessons can offer the consistent practice needed to effectively retain your language skills.
A lack of practice is one of the most common barriers to successful language learning. Working in the group setting of Boston French lessons will give you the ability to practice regularly. This consistent exposure to the French language can help increase your language skills, such as vocabulary and pronunciation. Depending on your level, your instructor may even work on language immersion and only speak in French and require you and the other students to do the same. During Boston French lessons, you might work on group activities and in group discussions to help you feel more comfortable using and understanding French.
A Boston French tutor would be a great option if you prefer a more individualized approach to your learning. When you work one-on-one with an instructor, you have the opportunity to spend as much time on any topic that you need more help understanding. A private academic mentor can get to know your strengths and challenges and customize a learning plan to work with your learning style.
How do the different types of Boston French lessons work?
Learning French on your own may seem daunting as it can take a lot of practice and effort. This may seem especially difficult if you already have a busy schedule filled with other school work, a family life, extracurriculars, or a full work schedule. Luckily, Boston French lessons have new sessions that start each month and are held at a variety of times. With the option of either a two- or four-week session, you will be sure to find one that fits into your schedule. These collaborative virtual sessions are fully interactive, so you have the ability to ask your instructor questions and engage in classroom conversations. While you are working with other students, you may discover new language study skills or a different, more efficient way to remember the different past and future tenses of the French language. If you find yourself needing a little more understanding of a particularly tricky language concept, you can take some one-on-one time with your instructor to discuss this further.
If you feel that the customized learning plan of a Boston French tutor would be the better fit for your needs, we can connect you with a highly qualified instructor. If you decide on private instruction, you will have the option of working with your tutor online or in person. When you work with your instructor online, you get the added convenience of attending sessions whenever they fit into your busy schedule. Maybe you would like to fit a session into your lunch hour or before or after your class or work schedule. With the online session, you will meet with your tutor on our Live Learning Platform. You can use video chat and a virtual whiteboard there to take part in your individual learning session. If you would prefer to work with your instructor in person, you can arrange for sessions at your home, at a nearby library, or maybe even a French-style cafe.
How can I get started with Boston French lessons?
Becoming fluent in French could be beneficial in both your personal and professional future. Whether you feel that the group classes would be the most helpful in your learning, or if private tutoring sounds like the right fit for your needs, Varsity Tutors can get you started. We can even help you decide which option could be the best resource for you. Reach out to our educational consultants today for more information.

Jack: Boston French lesson instructor
...I graduated from a small college preparatory school in Connecticut as a member of the class of 2017, and am entering my freshman year at Northeastern University. I love to read and write, interests that have honed my writing skills and earned me places on the editing staffs of my high school newspaper and literary magazine. I hope that I can use my love of writing to help you in your own academic endeavors!
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Bachelor in Arts, Film Production
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP English Language and Composition
- ACT English
- Languages
- +29 subjects

Katharine: Boston French lesson instructor
...that covers topics from urban history to statistics. As the news editor at my college daily, I have developed skills in writing and editing, and will help prime your essay so it is clear, effective and well-argued. I especially love writing college admissions essays my Common App essay won first place in the Stage of Life Writing contest in 2014. In high school, I taught math programs for gifted and talented youth in elementary school...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Urban Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- Algebra
- French 2
- English
- +26 subjects

Kerry: Boston French lesson instructor
...factors that interfere with academic potential. I have experience working with clients with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My favorite subjects to tutor are Psychology, French, writing, and SAT prep (especially SAT Verbal), though I have a wide range of other qualifications. For fun, I enjoy board games (a few favorites: Ghost Stories, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dominion) and video games (Hearthstone, various indie games, and anything Legend of Zelda!), music (mostly piano,...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelors, Psychology
- William James College - Masters, Professional Psychology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Graduate Test Prep
- WISC IV
- ACT Science
- +55 subjects

Max: Boston French lesson instructor
...of, "why should I learn something that happened already?"); in my view, history is alive and full of useful lessons that can be applied at the personal, national and societal levels, and I enjoy teaching this point of view to students, helping them to see history as a living, deeply relevant subject matter. My teaching philosophy can be summed in three words: never sit still. I don't see learning as a static process, whereby a...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Russian
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- French 2
- +61 subjects

Matthew : Boston French lesson instructor
...at New York University and The University of Paris (Panthéon-Sorbonne). My tutoring specialities are in French, Social Studies (History, Government, Political Science), English, and GRE Test Preparation. I believe in using a variety of approaches, including audio and visual learning, discussion based activities, to engage and challenge my students. Outside of these areas, I enjoy playing piano and guitar, as well as both playing and watching sports with my family and friends.
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelors, French, International Relations
- New York University - Masters, French, History
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 2
- Graduate Test Prep
- English
- +30 subjects

Sophie: Boston French lesson instructor
I strongly value the power of intrinsic motivation in learningthat is, the power of learning for the sake of learning, rather than for external factors like good grades or others' approval. I believe that when youth and adults alike view school or learning as something to suffer through for a distant goal in the future (a "no pain no gain" mindset), their willpower eventually wears thin in times of stress and hardship. Teaching people to...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelors, Psychology
- The New England Conservatory of Music - Masters, Music
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Art
- Algebra
- +22 subjects

Kimberly: Boston French lesson instructor
...I am a recent graduate of Amherst College, where I majored in French and Psychology. I started tutoring when I was in high school and have continued doing it ever since. I am currently enrolled in a two-year graduate program, working as a high school English assistant teacher and studying to receive a degree in Education. I am passionate about learning and teaching. With the right resources or mindset, a student can accomplish almost anything....
Education & Certification
- Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Level American Literature
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Microsoft Excel
- +47 subjects

Elinor: Boston French lesson instructor
I am a junior at Brown University majoring in economics and French. I have worked as a tutor and college applications consultant throughout high school and college, both as a freelancer and as a senior consultant for CollegeVine. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about those closely related to my majors. In my experience, being a great tutor is not just about having a deep knowledge of the subject,...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad Student, Economics
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- Algebra 2
- Middle School Writing
- +42 subjects

Sarah : Boston French lesson instructor
...conversation classes with international students at my university. I also spent a year teaching English to students at a high school in France. Since then, I have had extensive experience tutoring French, most recently with private sessions in my Connecticut hometown. My favorite subject to tutor is French, because I love to make grammar more fun by integrating my passion for French life, culture, and food. I also am available to tutor in English, Psychology,...
Education & Certification
- College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, French, Psychology
- University of Wisconsin Madison - Masters, French Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- Essay Editing
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +35 subjects

Charlotte: Boston French lesson instructor
...other cultures. Especially all their food! I love to cook and bake, and attempt to bring some of my favorite French treats into my own home. I love tutoring French because I have a passion for spreading this appreciation for other cultures. I am originally from Cleveland, Ohio where I started learning French in my elementary school class. When I'm not tutoring or trying to teach myself something new, I love yoga, running and wandering...
Education & Certification
- Colgate University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and French
Subject Expertise
- French
- SSAT
- Pre-Algebra
- Elementary Math
- +54 subjects

Al: Boston French lesson instructor
...individual, working with their strengths, interests, and unique approaches to problem-solving to better improve their comprehension of a subject. For instance, while I was substituting at the Loomis Chaffee School, I made it a policy to find at least three different ways of explaining a new concept to my classes, and I kept long office hours and provided my email in order to enable my students to approach me with questions whenever they had time....
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Biology
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- +94 subjects

Olivia: Boston French lesson instructor
A recent college graduate who is looking for another opportunity to help students navigate their online school experience. I have specialties in English, history, writing, and music and I have typically worked with middle school or elementary school students.
Education & Certification
- University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- French
- Public Speaking
- Middle School Writing
- Singing
- +21 subjects

Kevin: Boston French lesson instructor
...first-generation student at Dartmouth College pursuing a degree in Computer Science with a minor in French Studies. I am committed to merging my technical skills with a love for the outdoors and a desire to make a positive impact in the world we live in. I aspire to contribute to the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in an ethical and responsible manner; I am dedicated to leveraging technology for the betterment of society.
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Middle School Math
- Algebra
- +35 subjects

Shanika: Boston French lesson instructor
For the past seven years, I've dedicated my professional journey to nurturing the minds of preschoolers and kindergarteners, fostering a love for learning during their formative years. Recently, I transitioned to working with high schoolers, where I continue to channel my passion for guiding and supporting the youth through the challenges of adolescence. This shift has deepened my understanding of the diverse needs of young minds, allowing me to adapt and tailor my approach to...
Education & Certification
- Wheelock College - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
- Cambridge College - Masters in Education, Mental Health Counseling
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish 1
- Languages
- +23 subjects

Laura: Boston French lesson instructor
...private SAT/ESL/TOEFL and College Prep tutor for middle school and high school students of varying nationalities. I am currently in my first year in Boston Universitys Pardee School Master of Arts in International Affairs program where I will also receive a certificate in African Studies. Outside of academia, I enjoy exploring where I live, spending time with new and old friends, and reading. Just as my personal interests are diverse so are the subjects that...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelors, Anthropology/Sociology
- Boston University - Masters, International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- French
- SAT Writing and Language
- College English
- Biology
- +66 subjects

Alex: Boston French lesson instructor
I am a public school reading teacher in the elementary grades. I have a passion for educating young people and guiding them to academic success, either in or outside of the classroom. I have experience as a classroom teacher and a private tutor, in subjects that range from Reading and Writing to History and French. In my opinion, the path to obtaining a good education is formed by hard work, diligence, persistence, and an open...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Elementary Math
- High School Level American History
- College Geography
- +21 subjects

Anastasia: Boston French lesson instructor
...also who they are. Tutoring had a huge impact on my confidence in the classroom and other academic settings (i.e. testing, presentations, etc.) My greatest wish is to pay it forward. I am a passionate learner of developmental and abnormal psychology, with aspirations to become a clinical child psychologist in the future. I have years of volunteer and work experience as a camp counselor, lifeguard, science fair leader, babysitter, tutor, seminar leader, and child caretaker....
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor of Science, Behavioral Sciences
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- ACT
- +32 subjects

Kristen: Boston French lesson instructor
...tutor middle to elementary school-aged students. I loved working with students in French and English. Since graduating, I have continued to pursue my passion for language and learning by attending French conversation groups, reading, and watching movies in French. In high school, I was the president of the National Honors Society and the vice president of the French National Honors Society. I tutored students at the high school and middle school levels in history, English...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- English
- French 4
- Social Studies
- +23 subjects

Noelle: Boston French lesson instructor
...Hampshire College graduate who specializes in tutoring French, English, and writing. I have tutored both privately and with a center, helping students with general academics and test prep. Language skills of all kinds help us become more confident expressing ourselves, and I am proud to support students in developing those skills so they can communicate effectively. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy writing songs, going to the movies, and reading historical nonfiction and comic books.
Education & Certification
- Hampshire College - Bachelors, Theatre and Dramaturgy
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- SAT
- Test Prep
- +18 subjects

Bunie: Boston French lesson instructor
...cum laude. Dissertation in neuro-regeneration. My post-graduate degree was in medicine, on an Island. Yes, I studied for a good part of my medical degree on a Caribbean island! I then completed the final 2 years rotating between hospitals and clinics in Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. Graduating with Summa cum laude. While in the Caribbeans I tutored other junior medical students through personally scheduled lectures and vignette sets. Throughout my clinical years in the US,...
Education & Certification
- University of Reading - Master's/Graduate, Pharmacy
- St Georges's University - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), Medicine
Subject Expertise
- French
- Biology (in French)
- Academic Coaching
- High School Chemistry
- +73 subjects