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Unleash your inner French speaker! | Réveillez votre francophone intérieur!
Bonjour! I'm Florence, a passionate and experienced French tutor with a proven track record of success. My students consistently improve their language skills and achieve their learning goals, with a 100% success rate in passing their language exams.
I have a Master's degree in French, extensive experience teaching all levels, and a deep understanding of both French language and culture. I create engaging and personalized lessons that cater to your individual needs and learning style, using a blended approach that incorporates online resources and interactive activities.
Here's what sets me apart:
• Tailored lessons: I get to know you and your goals to design a personalized learning journey.
• Engaging methods: I use interactive platforms, games, and real-life scenarios to keep you motivated.
• Strong foundation: I build a solid foundation in grammar and vocabulary, which you can build on, preparing you for future success.
• Patient and encouraging: I believe everyone can learn a new language and create a safe and supportive environment.
• Success with past students: Every student I have tutored has passed their language exams - none has ever failed.
• Assured assistance: I am always available to offer the required assistance to learners, ensuring the best outcomes for them.
Ready to embark on your French language adventure? Let's connect!

Subjects

  • Spanish A1

  • French (A1 to A2)

  • English (beginner)

Experience

  • Expert Consultant Translator French/English (Aug, 2022–Sep, 2022) at Streamlined Systems Ltd. Nairobi, Kenya
    • Conducting precise translation of COLEACP's "Good Hygiene Practices" digital training course from English to French.
    • Translating all supporting training documents for COLEACP's "Good Hygiene Practices" into French.
    • Translating and refining detailed and simplified training programs from English to French.
    • Proofreading and editing texts for digital training courses to ensure accuracy and coherence.
    • Ensuring faithful translation, capturing the original meaning, feeling, and intent without any omissions or additions.
    • Managing translation projects and tracking components/modules to successful completion.
    • Adapting translations based on subject matter and targeting audience requirements.
    • Conducting linguistic and cultural research to enhance translation accuracy.
  • Expert Consultant Translator French/English (Aug, 2021–Sep, 2021) at Streamlined Systems Ltd. Nairobi, Kenya
    • Providing accurate translation of COLEACP's "Putting in place an internal audit system for NPPOs" digital training course - Session 1, from French to English, ensuring precise meaning and technical terminology.
    • Conducting meticulous proofreading and editing of texts for the digital training courses.
    • Ensuring translations maintain completeness, accuracy, and maintain the original text's meaning, feeling, and intent without any omissions or additions.
    • Managing and translating projects, overseeing all components and modules until successful completion.
    • Adapting translations based on subject matter and target audience requirements, ensuring appropriateness and clarity.
    • Conducting thorough linguistic and technical research to enhance translation accuracy.
    • Collaborating closely with subject matter experts to refine and optimize translated content.
    • Assisting in the localization of multimedia elements to ensure cultural relevance and seamless user experience.
  • Expert Consultant Translator French/English (Jun, 2021–Jul, 2022) at Streamlined Systems Ltd. Nairobi, Kenya
    • Translating COLEACP's Environmental Sustainability Management Digital Training Courses: water, soil, air, energy, biodiversity, and waste management.
    • Conducting meticulous proofreading and editing for the digital training courses.
    • Ensuring complete, accurate translations without any additions/omissions to preserve original meaning and intent.
    • Managing translation projects, tracking all components/modules to successful completion.
    • Adapting translations to subject matter and target group, ensuring relevance and clarity.
  • Translator French/English (Jan, 2014–Dec, 2017) at NETT Consultants, Nairobi, Kenya
    • Conducting thorough review of source material and expertly translating it while maintaining original meaning.
    • Translating concepts from source language to target language with precision and accuracy.
    • Performing meticulous proofreading and editing of final translated texts.
    • Attending meetings and providing real-time translation services for discussions.
    • Efficiently managing work schedules to meet tight deadlines.
    • Demonstrating utmost confidentiality while translating diplomatic materials.
    • Collaborating closely with clients to ensure accurate understanding of translation requirements.
    • Conducting extensive research to ensure terminology and context accuracy in translations.
  • French Teacher (Jan, 2009–Dec, 2013) at NorthGate School, Kamulu, Kenya
    • Instructing students in reading, writing, speaking, and cultural aspects of the French language.
    • Assessing student abilities, designed lesson plans, and managing curricula.
    • Utilizing in-class and online resources to create a blended learning experience.
    • Developing graded assessments for written and oral evaluations.
    • Scheduling feedback sessions and providing additional support for enrichment activities.
    • Simplifying complex concepts for enhanced student comprehension.
    • Maintaining accurate records and performing administrative tasks efficiently.

Education

  • Master of Arts French (Feb, 2013–Sep, 2020) from Kenyatta University, Nairobi County
  • Bachelor of Arts French (Sep, 1979–Jun, 1982) from Institute of French at University of Fribourg, Fribourg, Switzerland

Fee details

    KSh3,000–7,250/hour (US$23.19–56.05/hour)

    Charges vary based on time, content, place, student language level, travelling charges if required to travel.

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