If you're a student taking your first French course at a school such as San Francisco University High School or an undergraduate student taking advanced French courses at the University of San Francisco, Varsity Tutors can assist you in practicing your language skills with a San Francisco-Bay Area French course. The French language is one of the world's major languages and is the main language in France, Monaco, parts of Belgium, Switzerland, and Canada, as well as being widely used in North and West Africa and parts of Southeast Asia. Around 300 million people around the world speak French as their first or second language. Learning French can open all kinds of future opportunities for you, both professionally and for personal benefit. Maybe you're not in a class but simply want to learn French to enhance your experience for a future trip to a French-speaking country. French is spoken on every continent around the world so knowing how to converse naturally can be very helpful when traveling. Applicants with bilingual skills may gain an edge over their competitors when applying for a job.
Many students are required to take a number of courses in a language when attending a school such as Lick-Wilmerding High School. A lot of students choose French as their language elective. Many college programs also require students to take foreign language courses. Undergraduates wanting to practice conversational skills or needing help learning to write French properly can benefit from working with expert instructors. Enrolling in a San Francisco-Bay Area French class can help you to feel more comfortable when learning this complex language.
What language skills can a San Francisco-Bay Area French class help me to learn or improve?
Learning a new language can be a difficult task. Many rules of the French language are completely foreign to non-native speakers. Concepts such as feminine and masculine nouns or how to make words plural or singular can be unfamiliar and confusing. Learning how to properly conjugate different verbs and why it's necessary can also be a difficult task. A French course can help you practice these skills under the supervision of a knowledgeable teacher. You can gain access to activities which help you learn better grammar, punctuation, and intonation skills as you work to master French. Practicing these concepts with a French instructor as well as with your classmates can help with fluency and natural-sounding pronunciation.
One of the difficult parts of foreign language acquisition is the opportunity to practice. It's impossible to practice having a conversation by yourself. Being able to take advantage of conversational practice can greatly improve your ability to speak the language understandably, as well as being able to learn colloquial vocabulary. Regular exposure to these conventions can help you gain confidence and feel at ease when speaking with native French speakers.
What are the benefits of taking a San Francisco-Bay Area French course?
When you sign up for a French course provided by Varsity Tutors, you'll gain access to an interactive, online course. You'll be able to access your course anywhere you can find internet and a computer, which allows you to attend your live instructional sessions from the comfort of your favorite study spot. This means you can attend your class at the public library, at your favorite local coffee shop, or in the comfort of your own home. The convenience of attending your course sessions in this manner can be useful for students who otherwise wouldn't have had time to enroll.
Using our online learning platform will allow you the opportunity to hear, see, and speak to your teacher as if he or she is sitting in front of you in the same room. You'll also be able to participate in various group discussions or collaborative activities with your classmates. For example, you can practice pronunciation with your peers as a means to improve your French speaking skills. If you're a student who speaks French easily but has a hard time with the written aspect of the language, you can participate in group writing activities to improve your grasp of written French conventions. If you have no issue with writing or speaking French but struggle with understanding it when others speak, taking a course with extra practice in listening can help you as your face this obstacle. Collaborating with other students in this manner has been shown to help students learn the material more easily and retain the knowledge or skills for a longer period of time. Working with peers to master French can also make it more enjoyable.
If you ever find yourself struggling, you can request to set up one-on-one time with your instructor to ask questions and get feedback about how to improve the skill or concept you're having a hard time understanding. With a meticulous and thorough interview process, you can be sure you're receiving instruction from knowledgeable instructors with excellent communication skills.
Additionally, courses are offered in different sessions at different times of the day, so you should be able to easily find a session which fits into your busy schedule in between classes, family obligations, and work. New sessions begin each month so you can start quickly. You'll also be able to choose between taking a 2-week or 4-week course.
No matter whether you are a complete beginner to the French language or need help with more difficult concepts in an advanced French class, Varsity Tutors is here to support you as you work to understand this beautiful and sometimes difficult language.
How do I get started in a San Francisco-Bay Area French course?
Learning a new language doesn't have to be frustrating. With an exceptional San Francisco-Bay Area French class, you can work to gain the skills necessary to become a fluent French speaker. These classes are an exceptional supplemental resource when working on conversational skills or grammar. All you need to do is call and speak to one of our Educational Consultants. We'll help you determine which length of class you will benefit most from and help get you signed up for a course session which fits into your schedule. If you're ready to get started, call Varsity Tutors and get started in an exceptional San Francisco-Bay Area French course today!

Matthew: San Francisco French course instructor
...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 math education as being crucial for a future career in science, engineering or education. I bring this emphasis on real world relevance every time...... The philosophy that I bring to every class and tutoring session is that it is going to be a period of high intensity training. However I assume that for the student, it is only the beginning of their training, and that for every hour spent in class in a tutoring session with me, at least one hour will be spent in self-study to completely master the topic. Together we lay the groundwork and the pace for that study. Tutoring is not be an extension of lecture, but a training session where I expect a high level of student effort, attention and creativity. My method is to quickly develop a casual but engaging rapport with the student so that we feel comfortable making mistakes in front of each other and are able to collaborate on a learning method rather than drilling problems. The aim is twofold: to help students realize the level of commitment, work, and intellectual awareness required to really master subjects, as well as to instill confidence that they are capable of doing so.
Education & Certification
- SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
- SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Graduate Test Prep
- SAT Subject Tests
- Geometry
- +38 subjects

Helene: San Francisco French course instructor
...2011 I tutored mostly Math freelance and from 2011 to 2012 I taught French part-time at Bay Languages Academy, an after school program in Alameda. I started working with Varsity Tutors in 2013. I have always loved getting to know all of my students. Every single one has taught me so many things about learning and teaching, and I believe in return many have grown from working with me. For me, learning to work with...
Education & Certification
- Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- French
- German 1
- French 1
- German
- +57 subjects

Sophia: San Francisco French course instructor
...in an hour than they do in an entire week of school! When I teach, I strive to let my students know that they are in a 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...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Chemistry; Molecular Cell Biology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- French 1
- Physical Science
- +44 subjects

Anna : San Francisco French course instructor
...two years teaching English as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine. In the years since, I have provided ESL tutoring to students with a diversity of backgrounds, ages, and nationalities. During law school, I taught full-length LSAT courses and 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...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Russian and French
Subject Expertise
- French
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- Study Skills and Organization
- Graduate Test Prep
- +23 subjects

Lila Ann: San Francisco French course instructor
...am fluent in French, have a strong background in Spanish, Arabic and German, scored 100% on the First Year National Latin Test, and have recently taken up Portuguese while studying dance and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Brazil for two months. I hold students to high standards, but with a light humor and sensitivity to each student’s unique situation. I believe that developing personal discipline, organization and accountability can improve students’ experience of school and make...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Essays
- Languages
- College English
- +41 subjects

Steven: San Francisco French course instructor
...Additionally, having taken the MCAT exam twice and scoring dramatically better the second time, I feel that I have compiled a set of study skills and techniques that could also help other pre-med students who, like me, had struggled with getting familiar with that challenging exam. Moreover, being at the College of Medicine at the U. of Cincinnati and talking to the Dean of Admissions on multiple occasions, I'm familiar with what is important in...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
- University of Cincinnati - Master of Science, Physiology
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Chemistry
- MCAT
- Biology
- +15 subjects

Lucas: San Francisco French course instructor
...I have worked with students in a range of settings-- as a K-12 substitute teacher, an after-school program instructor, and a graduate teaching assistant in geography and 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...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
Subject Expertise
- French
- PSAT
- Languages
- Environmental Science
- +52 subjects

Rebecca: San Francisco French course instructor
...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 with my students and helping them directly, and I love seeing students meet their learning goals. When I'm not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy singing...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Japanese
- +28 subjects

Retesh: San Francisco French course instructor
...and the most important lesson I've learned would be that it is important 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...
Education & Certification
- Marquette University - Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
- Drexel University - Masters, Health Management and Policy
Subject Expertise
- French
- Summer
- GRE Quantitative
- ACT Science
- +46 subjects

Gregory: San Francisco French course 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 3
- French 1
- French 4
- +4 subjects

Rebecca: San Francisco French course instructor
...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 help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being with friends and family, traveling the world, and...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- French
- Social Work
- Psychology
- SAT Mathematics
- +53 subjects

Nicholas: San Francisco French course instructor
...how students can best acquire foreign languages, and I have spent time implementing successful approaches on a classroom scale. My love for languages started long ago, and I really enjoy helping others to learn them. In college, I studied for a semester in the south of Spain and lived with a family there. It was there that I learned the true power of being able to communicate in foreign languages. Whatever your goals may be...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- Spanish
- +26 subjects

Michael: San Francisco French course 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
- AP French
- High School Writing
- Elementary School Writing
- +48 subjects

Chris: San Francisco French course instructor
...French has been my primary language of study for ten years, including theoretical research in college. I'm extremely interested in modern language, and how to turn mechanical 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...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelors, French, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- American Sign Language
- CSS
- Conversational French
- +23 subjects

Julie: San Francisco French course instructor
...Homework Hotline, and I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to teach French for 2 years while earning my Master's. I am very passionate about learning and teaching foreign languages, and I hope to share that with my 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...
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 Italian
- Languages
- +5 subjects

Patrick: San Francisco French course instructor
...good teachers and mentors. Education is a field that I hope to pursue as a career and there is nothing more crucial to the project of education than fostering positive relationships with students. Tutoring is a great way to begin to do that. I also have a real passion for the subjects I tutor, History, English, and French. The best part about tutoring is helping students to feel the same way about history and language...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Comparative Government and Politics
- World Religions
- IB Philosophy SL
- +43 subjects

Alex: San Francisco French course instructor
...they understand why it works. Ultimately, I enjoy teaching because both the student and I can simultaneously improve in a process that never ceases to make us better. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy pretty much any activity that gets me outside, especially if that outside happens to be in the woods or near the beach (I am from Florida after all...). While outside, I usually find myself running (again, in the woods if possible),...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
- 11th Grade Writing
- High School Physics
- +146 subjects

Sarah: San Francisco French course instructor
...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 of accomplishing amazing things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and test prep. Over a broad range...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
Subject Expertise
- French
- Pre-Algebra
- Middle School Math
- Math
- +39 subjects

Ruthie: San Francisco French course instructor
...my students and they know that. They know that I always believe in them and will always be challenging them to do their best, be it through timed Do Nows to create urgency, charts tracking individual and class success, or simply through getting extra help during office hours. In my spare time, I am a runner, a reader, a lover of outdoors, and a traveller! I am also a people person and enjoy spending time...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biological Basis of Behavior
Subject Expertise
- French
- Homework Support
- French 2
- College Biology
- +22 subjects

Joshua: San Francisco French course instructor
...college admissions counselors across the country, and I gladly connect my students to any college admissions departments I am familiar with. Although my tutoring specialty is test 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...
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
- TOEFL
- SHSAT
- CAHSEE Mathematics
- +92 subjects