Stephanie Akubue
About
Hello, I’m Stephanie Akubue, a dedicated French tutor with over four years of experience helping students build confidence in their French-speaking skills across all proficiency levels. I hold a BA in Foreign Languages and Literatures with a focus on French, giving me a strong academic foundation to support my teaching. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with diverse learners on platforms like italki, Superprof, and Live XP, Cafetalk, as well as in classroom settings such as Shammah Academy and Herock e-Ville Academy.
My teaching approach is tailored to meet each student’s unique goals, whether it’s conversational fluency, mastering French phonetics, improving grammar, or expanding essential vocabulary. I offer personalized lessons designed for various needs, including travel, academic pursuits, business communication, or personal growth. By incorporating resources and interactive tools. I strive to make learning French engaging and effective.
I’m excited to help you on your journey toward fluency. Let’s make learning French an enjoyable and rewarding experience!
Teaching Style
My teaching style is relaxed and supportive, with a strong emphasis on real-life communication. I believe that learning should be enjoyable, so I design interactive lessons tailored to each student’s unique needs.
I focus on essential elements such as pronunciation, vocabulary, and constructing simple sentences, gradually progressing to more complex skills.
To create a practical and engaging learning experience, I utilize a variety of resources, including textbooks, PDFs, audio materials, images, videos, and real-life examples. My ultimate goal is to help you feel confident speaking French and equip you with the necessary tools to use the language effectively in everyday situations.
Curriculum
My teaching method is grounded in a communicative approach that fosters a dynamic and interactive learning environment. I prioritize real-life communication, ensuring that students feel comfortable and confident using French in everyday situations.
1. Personalized Learning Experience: I believe that every student is unique, so I tailor my lessons to meet individual goals and learning styles. This personalized approach helps students stay engaged and motivated.
2. Focus on Practical Application: My lessons emphasize practical language use, incorporating everyday scenarios to make learning relevant and enjoyable. I encourage students to practice speaking from the very first lesson, building their confidence gradually.
3. Diverse Resources: I utilize a rich mix of resources, including textbooks, audio recordings, videos, and real-life examples, to create a multifaceted learning experience. This variety caters to different learning preferences and keeps lessons engaging.
4. Progressive Skill Development: I focus on essential skills such as pronunciation, vocabulary, and sentence construction, starting with simple concepts and gradually introducing more complex language structures. This scaffolded approach ensures a solid foundation for all students.
5. Encouraging Environment: I cultivate a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where students feel safe to express themselves and make mistakes. I believe that errors are valuable learning opportunities, and I provide constructive feedback to help students grow.
My goal is to empower students to communicate effectively and confidently in French, equipping them with the tools they need for success in real-life interactions. By focusing on practical skills and personalized support, I aim to inspire a lifelong love for the language.
Credentials & Affiliations
• Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures: Provides a strong foundation in language instruction and cultural understanding.
• Teaching Experience:
• italki: Tutored diverse students in conversational French, focusing on pronunciation and practical vocabulary.
• Superprof: Engaged with students to enhance their French language skills through personalized lesson plans.
• Cafetalk: Developed interactive courses tailored to students’ individual needs, emphasizing real-life communication.
• LiveXP: Provided online French tutoring, helping students gain confidence in speaking and understanding the language.
• Repetry: Offered French language lessons to students, utilizing a variety of resources to facilitate learning.
• Herock e-Ville Academy: Taught French from January to March 2023, employing interactive methods to enhance language acquisition.
• Shammah Academy: Conducted offline French lessons, creating tailored lesson plans for different learning needs.
I am dedicated to ongoing professional development and actively engage with a global community of educators to enhance my teaching methodologies. My goal is to provide high-quality language education that empowers students to communicate confidently in French.