Varsity Tutors can get you started with San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons to help you learn the language more deeply. People learn new languages for a number of reasons. Students such as those at San Francisco University High School or the University of San Francisco may need to fulfill foreign language requirements to graduate. In an increasingly globalized world, many employers may consider multi-lingual applicants with greater interest. Also, some people want to learn languages for the excitement of learning about another culture or to broaden their experiences while traveling. Learning a new language can be complicated, but a collaborative atmosphere can help you to make the most of your study time.
French is one of the most influential and important languages in the world. It is one of six official languages of the United Nations, and it boasts over 300 million speakers worldwide. French is spoken by many people in West Africa, Canada, parts of the Middle East, and several European countries.
What are the sorts of skills I can learn during San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons?
Whatever your reason for studying French, the language has a number of tricky features. As a classic Romance language, French presents a number of challenges to English speakers, some of which are gendered nouns, many different verb forms, accented letters, and pronunciation that includes several sounds that do not appear in English. The challenge of learning French is amplified when you do not have consistent chances to practice the language. To learn a language thoroughly, you need frequent opportunities to practice writing, listening, and speaking the language. Being able to converse with other speakers of the language is also key.
Taking time to study French in either a group or one-on-one setting can give you opportunities to practice the necessary skills. You can work on the endings that indicate the tense of a verb, question words, and making adjectives and nouns agree in number and gender. Finding chances to regularly speak and hear the language can improve your understanding of the written language as well. This is because hearing a word sound can solidify your recognition of a written symbol. San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons are great opportunities to explore the French language in a wide variety of ways.
How can San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons help me to review?
There are two main paths Varsity Tutors can provide for your French study. You can work with a San Francisco-Bay Area French tutor, either online or in person, or take a French course. Each option can help you learn the language effectively, but the two options also present different opportunities to learn. Depending on your needs and preferences, you can choose the service that works best for you.
If you choose to take a French language class, you will learn in a virtual classroom alongside other students. You will be able to hear live lectures from your instructor, ask questions of your instructor, and engage in real-time discussions with your classmates. All of the instructors for these classes go through a strict vetting process to make sure that they both understand the French language and can help you learn the language effectively. Many people do their best learning in group environments. This is because discussing a concept or skill in a group allows you to consider the topic from several perspectives. These different viewpoints can help you to internalize the information you learn. By asking questions, you and your classmates can help your instructor to see where the class needs extra help. For example, if several students are struggling with the past perfect verb tense, your instructor can allocate extra time to exploring that concept. Through leading class discussions and performing demonstrations of the skill, your instructor can help the class better understand this verb tense. These classes can help you to develop effective study skills that you can use in a variety of academic or professional contexts as well.
If you would like to participate in a French class, you can sign up for online sessions that last for either two weeks or four weeks. New classes start every month, and there are multiple sessions that are offered. This makes scheduling easier, and you can pick the session that fits your schedule best. Because all classes take place online, you can learn from anywhere with an internet connection. Imagine learning French from your favorite coffee shop after work, at home over the weekend, or during your lunch hour!
If you would prefer to learn in a one-on-one environment, San Francisco-Bay Area tutors can provide a learning experience that is based on your particular needs. You and your San Francisco-Bay Area tutor can devise a study plan that is based on your particular needs and goals. Because you are the only student, you are able to focus on the skills and concepts that are more important for your studying. Whether you want to study a broad range of topics within the French language or focus on a few key areas of improvement, your sessions can reflect your goals. You are also able to tailor sessions to accommodate your particular learning style. You can learn through reading, listening, watching, or practicing. You are able to interact with your tutor throughout your sessions via our Live Learning Platform or in person, depending on your needs.
How can I register for San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons?
Our Educational Consultants are available to help you register, answer questions, or pick the service that is right for you. Whether you attend Lick-Wilmerding High School, a local college, or want to learn French for your own pleasure, they would be glad to help you with whatever you need to get started.
If you hope to improve your study of the French Language, Varsity Tutors can set you up with San Francisco-Bay Area French lessons. Learning a new language can give you many options that can benefit you academically, professionally, and personally. To experience the benefits of flexible scheduling, rigorous teaching, and effective materials, contact an Educational Consultant online or over the phone today.

Rebecca: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...I headed to Japan to live and teach ESL for two years, before heading back to Silicon Valley to purse a career as a music teacher. I'm super excited to be your ESL, French, Japanese, or Music Theory tutor! I find that the one-on-one environment of tutoring is truly special because of the tutor-student relationship that can develop over time, and the learning and growth that can happen in such a setting. I love interacting...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Japanese
- +28 subjects

Helene: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...these are and molding the content around them is the key to good teaching. Helping students to see and to use their own strengths is the least mentioned part of the equation, but for me it is the most important, because that is how I get my kids to become autonomous and self-motivated learners. I've always seen it as a challenging job, but also as enriching, enlightening, and awesome (and I mean awesome in the...
Education & Certification
- Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- German 1
- German
- +57 subjects

Steven: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...familiar with what is important in student applications to medical school and could serve as an invaluable resource in helping to evaluate personal statements and review other aspects of an applicant's credentials. As a Los Angeles native who has lived, studied, and worked here for almost my entire life, I enjoy spending time outdoors (swimming, playing tennis, hiking) or just relaxing in the ample sunshine and great weather that we are blessed with. I also...
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- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
- University of Cincinnati - Master of Science, Physiology
Subject Expertise
- French
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- Chemistry
- College Biology
- +15 subjects

Matthew: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...teaching experience in a variety of roles from principal instructor of college math classes to one-on-one mentoring with high school students. I am passionate about social justice, novel mathematics education, and increasing diversity in STEM majors and careers. Currently, I am working on a thesis in discrete geometry and combinatorics, as well as doing research for UCSF where I design machine vision software. I am well positioned to motivate and justify nearly every aspect of...
Education & Certification
- SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
- SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Discrete Math
- Multivariable Calculus
- AP Calculus BC
- +38 subjects

Anna : San Francisco French lesson instructor
...provided private LSAT tutoring for a test preparation company. Indeed, I have a special place in my heart for the LSAT, and I think it's a test that becomes much more manageable with a lot of practice and a solid understanding of its mechanics. I just moved to the Bay Area from Alaska, where I clerked for a judge in Dillingham, a remote town accessible only by plane. Needless to say, I love the outdoors,...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Russian and French
Subject Expertise
- French
- Study Skills
- SAT Reading
- Writing
- +23 subjects

Lila Ann: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...college students; reading strategies for dense texts and complex assignments. • Writing: grammar and punctuation, including for ACT/SAT; introduction to essay writing (thesis statement, hypotheses, supporting claims, concrete details); advanced essay writing; college application statements; editing. • French: reading, writing and speaking in the French language, beginning through advanced; grammar, conjugations, pronunciation, conversation, culture. I completed my M.A. at Yale University (African Studies, 2014), and my B.A. magna cum laude from Smith College (American Studies &...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
Subject Expertise
- French
- PSAT Writing Skills
- Conversational French
- Social Sciences
- +41 subjects

Retesh: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...to never lose hope when life gets tough. It's okay if you don't have all As every semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a Varsity Tutors instructor are to not only teach my students the material but also encourage them to work hard as school is simply a test of what the real world will be...
Education & Certification
- Marquette University - Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
- Drexel University - Masters, Health Management and Policy
Subject Expertise
- French
- GRE
- CAHSEE Mathematics
- ACT Science
- +46 subjects

Sophia: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...safe place where no question is too insignificant to ask while simultaneously encouraging them to be active participants in the sessions so that they can better retain the material we cover and better analyze problems or questions for improved success! Some of my favorite activities outside of work include breaking out some tunes on my violin or guitar, experimenting in the kitchen with cooking various cuisines, staying active outdoors, and playing with my friends' and...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Chemistry; Molecular Cell Biology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Algebra 2
- High School Physics
- +44 subjects

Lucas: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...economics. My time spent at the head of the classroom has granted me a great deal of patience for working with a range of learning styles, and a passion for creating positive learning experiences. Good luck, and keep studying! -- B.S.F.S. '06, Science, Technology & Int'l Affairs, Georgetown Univ., Washington D.C. GPA: 3.75 -- 5 years professional experience in writing, research, analysis and translation. -- 2+ years experience as an educator, working with K-12 and undergraduates.
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
Subject Expertise
- French
- Geometry
- Macroeconomics
- Pre-Algebra
- +52 subjects

Gregory: San Francisco French lesson instructor
I tutor French students at all levels and ages. I recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara as a French major and I have been all over the beautiful country of France. My interests include soccer, chess and reading books in both English and French. I can help students with their reading, writing, listening and speaking of the language as I am a fluent French speaker. I look forward to meeting you. Au revoir!
Education & Certification
- University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, French
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 2
- Conversational French
- French 4
- +4 subjects

Chris: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...textbook understanding into fluency and contemporary usage. (Sometimes textbooks age poorly in how they teach slang.) My pedagogical style is process-based and goal-oriented. I like students to set a goal (or several), collaborate with me on a process to achieve it, and then put the plan into action with individualized methodology and assessment. In my spare time, I work on fun Python coding projects, play the odd video game, read (currently working through Discworld), and...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelors, French, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- American Sign Language
- Linguistics
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +23 subjects

Nicholas: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...you reach them. Additionally, I tutor for LSAT preparation. On the October 2015 exam, I scored a 167 (94th percentile) and am confident that I can help you reach your test goals. A higher score leads to better schools and more scholarships, so every point counts! I have a lot of availability and am more than willing to travel to you. I look forward to working with you and helping you reach your goals!... Each student has different goals, interests, and learning styles. These three factors should serve as the backbone of an individualized learning plan crafted specifically for each student.
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- Spanish
- +26 subjects

Julie: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...students. In my experience students particularly enjoy (and benefit from) learning and exploring new cultures while learning the language itself. As the child of a teacher I am a strong believer in the importance of education and all of the opportunities it offers to students. I finished my MA in May with a thesis on French fairy tales, but I also enjoy reading as much as I can, spending time with my family, and neighborhood...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Arts, French and Francophone Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- Italian
- Conversational French
- French 2
- +5 subjects

Rebecca: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- French
- Math
- SAT Writing and Language
- AP Psychology
- +53 subjects

Sarah: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...degree at the University of Virginia, where I plan to study Business, and I graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in 2015. I have extensive volunteer tutoring experience, having worked with kindergarten and second grade students as a reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
Subject Expertise
- French
- Other
- ACT Writing
- Trigonometry
- +39 subjects

Sarah: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...the College of Science and Engineering at the university where I have taken courses to gain knowledge in a wide variety of subjects, such as calculus courses, physics, chemistry, programming (python), french, and writing courses. Additionally, I took many AP classes throughout high school which enabled me to enter college with over 30 credits already completed. I have spent two years tutoring in the past and have gained experience learning how to work best with...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Current Undergrad, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- French
- Essay Editing
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- High School English
- +38 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Physics, Astrophysics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Algebra 2
- College Physics
- Languages
- +42 subjects

Joshua: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...prep -- SAT, ACT, PSAT, SHSAT, and GRE -- I particularly love tutoring writing, and creative writing is a hobby of mine. My philosophy is that even when we are preparing for a standardized exam, we should always be relating the work to your passions, pursuits, and educational goals to make the work that much more meaningful. In my spare time, you'll often find me learning bits of new languages for fun or writing. I...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
- University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
Subject Expertise
- French
- Calculus
- SSAT- Middle Level
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +92 subjects

Michael: San Francisco French lesson instructor
I am a middle school French teacher in Parker but have taught either Language Arts or ESL for the past seven years. I have a lot of experience working with students of various backgrounds and have had a proven record of success with my classes. I have worked one on one before with students, helping both their grades and skills greatly improve. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you!... I would spend time getting to know who the student is and what they are looking for, and I'd develop a plan to achieve their learning goals.
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature and French
Subject Expertise
- French
- Creative Writing
- 8th Grade Reading
- Middle School Reading
- +48 subjects

Cynthia: San Francisco French lesson instructor
...from Princeton University, home for the summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs,...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- French
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- +72 subjects