51Թ can help students of all ages enroll in Cleveland French lessons, whether they are high school students at schools like Saint Ignatius High School or St. Joseph Academy, college students at Cleveland State University, or adults looking to pick up the language for personal or professional reasons. Many students are required to learn a second language to graduate from high school or earn a college degree, and French has always been a popular choice. However, learning a second language can be a challenge that introduces students to concepts and abilities that they may have never encountered before. A good Cleveland French tutor can help through some of the more challenging concepts that you might encounter when learning how to speak a foreign language.
French is one of the world's major languages. It is spoken not just in France, but in parts of Belgium, Switzerland, Monaco, and Canada. It is also widely spoken in North and West Africa, Lebanon, and parts of Southeast Asia, particularly in former French colonies. Overall, it is an official or second language in over 50 countries worldwide and is reputed to be the foreign language that is most widely used in international communications after English. Nearly 300 million people speak French as either their native language or a second language, and it is one of the six official languages used by the United Nations. Learning how to speak French will obviously come in handy if you ever decide to travel the world, but it will also give you an edge in just about any career. The number of international connections that we all have continues to grow every day, and those who speak multiple languages will continue to be more attractive to employers than those who only speak one language.
Whether you are struggling to learn the basics of the French language or you want to get ahead in your classes, 51Թ can set you up with either an online French course or a private instructor. We can connect you with a Cleveland French tutor in as little as 24 hours, and new French courses begin monthly. Each of these options has its advantages, and many students choose to enroll in a course and seek private instruction. We can help you find the option that works best for you.
What are Some Skills an Instructor Might Review During Cleveland French Lessons?
French is a language that features a number of idiosyncrasies that aren't always found in English. Students might be faced with concepts such as accented letters, gendered nouns, irregular verb conjugations, and a new set of spoken sounds that could take some time to perfect. An instructor will cover these concepts as well as pronunciation, definite and indefinite articles, adjective agreement in gender and number, direct object pronouns, time words and phrases, future tense, adverbs, and anything else you may need to know in order to understand and speak the language. Students will also learn more about French culture and French history, both of which will be very important for those who wish to travel and converse with native speakers.
One of the most common barriers to learning a foreign language is finding opportunities to practice speaking. Immersing yourself in a language is one of the keys to learning how to speak it, and a French instructor can give you opportunities to speak, read, and write French in a supportive group setting. You will have opportunities to converse with other students who are on the same level as you as well as highly qualified and vetted instructors. Depending on your level, your instructor might even give Cleveland French lessons entirely in French. This kind of immersion does provide some challenges to students who might not be ready for it, but it is also a great way for them to pick up new vocabulary and hear it in its proper context. It's one thing to hear the same greetings and basic vocabulary repeated in lessons; it's another thing entirely to learn how to say phrases simply by listening to someone have a casual conversation. Both two-week and four-week courses are available, so you can decide how much instruction you will need.
If you're the type of student who benefits more from a private Cleveland French tutor, we can help connect you with one who is suited to your schedule and learning style. Studying one-on-one allows a private instructor to personalize your lessons to target areas of opportunity so that you can have a more thorough understanding of the French language. If you decide to go with private instruction, you will be able to have sessions with your instructor on our Live Learning Platform. This will allow you to use video chat and a virtual whiteboard to take part in sessions from wherever you may be. You can also choose to meet your tutor in person in your home, at a coffee shop, a library, or any location that works for you. No matter what you decide to do, we will be able to connect you with a private instructor who can work within your own schedule.
How Can I Get Started with Cleveland French Lessons?
Learning a new language is never easy, but the benefits that come with learning French will far outweigh any difficulties you might have. Becoming fluent in French will open up opportunities for you that you might have never known existed, and even becoming proficient enough in the language to understand it will help you if you ever decide to travel around the world since it is spoken by millions of people. If you want to learn more about how Cleveland French lessons can help you in your academic career or if you simply want to brush up on your language skills, contact the educational consultants at 51Թ today. We can enroll you in an online French course with like-minded students who are at your level or help you connect with a Cleveland French tutor if you would prefer private instruction. Contact us today to get started.

Sherman: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...you really know something is whether or not you can teach it to someone who may not be familiar with the subject matter. This a great challenge, but I enjoy it. I love to see the look on a person's face when they "get it." I have also found that I too learn new things about the subject that I may not have known before. This is a rewarding experience for me. The subjects I...
Education & Certification
- Dillard University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences - Unknown, Naturopathy
Subject Expertise
- French
- Pre-Algebra
- Substitute
- ACT
- +73 subjects

Joseph: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...Medical University - Cleveland State University Partnership for Urban Health where I'm a candidate to receive a medical degree in 2022. My background includes attending The Ohio State University where I graduated with a bachelor of science in biology. I also have some clinical experience as an emergency department scribe, and as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA). Additionally, I conducted research regarding BPA and breast cancer at the Biomedical Research Tower in Columbus, Ohio....
Education & Certification
- The Ohio State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Northeast Ohio Medical University - Doctor of Medicine, Health Sciences, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Earth Science
- Middle School
- +55 subjects

Miranda: Cleveland French lesson instructor
I attend Kent State University and am earning my Bachelor's Degree in English Literature with a minor in writing. After graduating next semester, I plan to continue to pursue a career path in education. I have two years of tutoring experience and it is a very special job to me. I love to help each student find their individual voice in their writing and academic pursuits.
Education & Certification
- Kent State University at Kent - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Introduction to Fiction
- Other
- Fiction Writing
- +51 subjects

Julie: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...as a graduate teaching assistant in the basic French program. While working as a graduate teaching assistant at the university level, I frequently met with students during office hours and outside of class time to provide more personalized instruction and explanation that was not possible in the classroom setting. I frequently received positive reviews from students in their evaluations about how my instruction style and passion for French language and culture helped them to be...
Education & Certification
- West Virginia University - Bachelor in Arts, French
- West Virginia University - Master of Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Other
- French 4
- French 2
- +16 subjects

Joe: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...backgrounds. I am an adjunct faculty member at a few local career colleges where I teach English Composition, Public Speaking, Business Writing, and Computer Applications. I also teach Piano and Music Theory privately. I have also worked with students in vocational rehabilitation where I concentrated on employment training. I am passionate about teaching and am rewarded by my students' success. I dedicate a lot of time to get to know my students, understand their learning...
Education & Certification
- Kent State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Italian
- Latin
- Spanish
- +56 subjects

Lois: Cleveland French lesson instructor
I have been a tutor for 6 years now and I really enjoy it! I would like to continue tutoring with 51Թ! I am fun to work with, available evenings and weekends and also during the day 7 days a week. I look forward to helping students achieve academic success!... I teach according to how the student learns best. Some students are oral, some are aural, and some are visual learners. It is my duty to gauge how the student learns best.
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelors, Theatre/French
- University of Akron Main Campus - Current Grad Student, Non-Profit Arts Administration
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACCUPLACER WritePlacer
- English
- IB Literature and Performance
- +20 subjects

Anish: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...have a feeling it will be beneficial for students but I also enjoy teaching. Whenever I show teenagers something cool about physics or math, they seem to enjoy the subject more now that they know how it works and they also do better in their classes which is a great feeling for me and beneficial for the students. This friendly but passionate tutoring style is what will make the session enjoyable by both parties but...
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Accounting
- College Accounting
- Other
- +67 subjects

Akanksha: Cleveland French lesson instructor
As a student, I understand how difficult school can be. Breaking down difficult concepts to more basic, understandable ideas can make all the difference. Learning should be tailored to one's needs, and classrooms cannot always teach that way. I look forward to helping students work to their full potential, and make the learning process easy. In terms of experience, I have been tutoring for 6 years now, with ages ranging from kindergarten through second-year college students.
Education & Certification
- Youngstown State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT
- Biology
- Chemistry
- +59 subjects

Anna: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...in teaching can revolutionize a student's grades, and, more importantly, their self-image, which is why I sought out a position at VarsityTutors to begin with. Successful and productive interactions with students not only helps them grow exponentially, but frequently teaches me new things as well, and it's precisely this back-and-forth nature of learning that seems to really make a difference in a student's academic career. I would love to be given the opportunity to produce...
Education & Certification
- Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- French
- History
- World Religions
- Biology
- +25 subjects

Ornella Pavel: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...already and have enjoyed all the gifts I have gotten from it. I went to Lone Star College Cy-Fair and then transferred to Baylor University where I earned my Bachelors degree with a major in Biochemistry and a minor in mathematics. Throughout my time in college, I was a tutor in both schools and enjoyed it a lot. During tutoring, not only am I teaching a student a concept but I am also learning that...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- College Physics
- AP Calculus AB
- College Chemistry
- +23 subjects

Maggie: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...pride and accomplishment when they make progress! Plus, students are fun to be around. :) My tutoring style is fairly relaxed. My first goal is to earn the student's trust and to help them get calm -- learning is always more successful when everyone is comfortable! I practice and expect mutual respect. We show respect for each other's time and energy by showing up prepared for each lesson so that we can accomplish as much...
Education & Certification
- Nazareth College - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
- Ashland Theological Seminary - Master of Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 2
- French 3
- French 1
- +1 subjects

Mary : Cleveland French lesson instructor
...at the University of Dayton, I am double-majoring in Visual Arts and French with a minor in Theology. Embracing the very things I love in a spirit of abandonment to divine providence, I am eager to develop each gift I am given while growing alongside each person I encounter. As a tutor, I like to first listen to a students specific questions and then walk through solutions, offering feedback and encouraging personal growth.
Education & Certification
- University of Dayton - Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- Social Studies
- Productivity
- Visual Arts
- +29 subjects

Rachel: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...writing, college math, to name a few. I worked with students from a number of different backgrounds from first generation college students to individuals whose second language is English to those who wanted extra help to achieve their academic goals. I have also tutored high school foreign exchange students in several subjects including English and grammar. I believe having a strong set of study skills and foundation of key concepts makes a successful student and...
Education & Certification
- Cleveland State University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Graduate Test Prep
- Algebra 2
- Languages
- +45 subjects

Eric: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...understand and perform sometimes complex assignments has consistently been a strength throughout my career in business. Some of this has been through teaching and leading by example and helping students follow a proscribed process based on the results of individual steps. Other times the nature of the work has required working directly with students in an environment where we both learn and then collaborate for a successful outcome. Learning can be complex but I think...
Education & Certification
- Grand Valley State University - Bachelor in Arts, French
- Thunderbird School of Global Management - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 4
- College Business
- French 3
- +7 subjects

Anne: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...is an unbelievable feeling. It's one that I hope to continue here. As a student, I was on the Deans list several times and recruited to be a part of Phi Delta Kappa. As an educator, I taught for 7 years, became an assistant principal for 4 years and then was recruited to be the head principal, first female, for a high school. I held that position for 5 years then transitioned to curriculum work,...
Education & Certification
- Kent State University at Kent - Bachelors, French/English; secondary ed
- Kent State University at Kent - Masters, Educational Administration
Subject Expertise
- French
- Languages
- ACT Writing
- High School English
- +22 subjects

Ethan: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...I hated when teachers did work in their heads and made the unreasonable assumption that their students understood what was going on. By always vocalizing my thought process, I make sure never to do that with my own students. A second foundation of my teaching philosophy is finding what my students are passionate about and connecting the area they are struggling with back to their interests. In High School, I enjoyed history much more than...
Education & Certification
- The Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- French
- Physical Science
- 1st Grade Math
- High School Writing
- +139 subjects

Lauren: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...an experienced tutor and mentor who likes to listen to your specific needs and create an environment and plan ideal for your learning level and experience. Whether it's immediate assistance with an exam or long-term goals and improvement, I'm here to help! I have BAs in French, Socio-Cultural Anthropology, and History along with an MA in Social Science. I also have a deep knowledge of academic writing and research. I have assisted a wide variety...
Education & Certification
- Kent State University at Kent - Bachelor in Arts, French
- University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
Subject Expertise
- French
- MCAT
- Graduate Test Prep
- Social Sciences
- +14 subjects

Ryan: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...M.S. in Food Science from Washington State and a B.S. in Chemistry from University of Cincinnati. My favorite subjects to tutor are chemistry and history, but I have a wide range of subjects with which I'm familiar, including French, philosophy, and literature. I am a proponent of teaching for each student, whether it involves props, movies, experiments, or video games, each student learns differently and may need different resources or explanations to reach their fullest...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Washington State University - Master of Science, Food Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 2
- ACT Science
- Social Studies
- +43 subjects

Camille: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...University and will be starting my surgical training in 2020 at NYU. I graduated from Skidmore College in 2014 with a BA in Biology and a Music Minor (violin). I tutored extensively from 2014-2016 while working in Boston, MA as a research coordinator and I am comfortable teaching MCAT and STEP 1 board exam material. I believe that every student has the potential to achieve their goals and I look forward to making this process...
Education & Certification
- Skidmore College - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Stony Brook University College of Medicine - Current Grad Student, MD
Subject Expertise
- French
- English
- MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
- MCAT Verbal Reasoning
- +55 subjects

Lucas: Cleveland French lesson instructor
...Hall University, and a dual B.A. from Mercyhurst University in Political Science and Sociology. I specialized in Global Health/Human Security, and conflict management/resolution. I worked as a tutor for over 6 years, with a range of individuals from high school students to working adults. I traveled a lot growing up; I am French, studied in Germany, played sports in England, and graduated high school in Canada are some examples. Fluent in French and English, I...
Education & Certification
- Mercyhurst College - Bachelors, Political Science, Sociology
- Seton Hall University - Masters, Diplomacy and International Relations
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Geography HL
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL
- European History
- +36 subjects