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Ariel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ariel

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Ariel's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am a student at Brown University, where I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in psychology. I employ a student-centered approach to tutoring, grounding the session in the student's knowledge of what topics it would be most beneficial to review. I typically begin a session by asking a student if the...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Nicholas

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nicholas

Masters, French Linguistics and Pedagogy
Nicholas's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening

I'm a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania who studied Linguistics and Deaf Studies. I eventually hope to work towards breaking down barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds and encouraging greater focus on reforming Deaf education practices.

Education

Middlebury College

Masters, French Linguistics and Pedagogy

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors in Linguistics and Deaf Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1570
ACT
33
Sarah

Certified Tutor

Sarah

PHD, Ethnomusicology
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Writing
9th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Oberlin College and Wesleyan University and I am currently a PhD student at Harvard University. I received my BA in English, my BM in Jazz Studies, and my MA in Ethnomusicology. My PhD research is in West African music. I have many years of experience as a tutor, beginning as a wr...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Ethnomusicology

Oberlin College

Bachelors, English and Jazz studies

Ben

Certified Tutor

Ben

Bachelor's in English (minor in French)
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Literature
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening

I'm Ben, and I graduated from Dartmouth College in 2014 with a major in English and a minor in French. I've been a passionate wordsmith all my life - I'm a thorough reader and an articulate writer and I'm excited to help you develop in these areas. I am also a fluent French speaker; I worked as a tu...

Education

Dartmouth College

Bachelor's in English (minor in French)

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Riley

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Riley

Master of Science
Riley's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a recent graduate of the University of Notre Dame, with a Master's degree in Management. Before Notre Dame, I studied English Writing and French at Saint Mary's College, and French is by far my tutoring passion. My favorite thing about tutoring is just being able to share the subjects I love wi...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Master of Science

Saint Mary's College

Bachelor in Arts, French

Alexandra

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Alexandra

Current Undergrad, Mathematics and French
Alexandra's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic

I'm a Math and French major at Brown University, and I've been tutoring for over three years. I have worked with young kids taking elementary-level math, middle school students taking Pre-Algebra and Algebra, high school students taking Pre-Calculus and Calculus, college students taking Calculus I/I...

Education

Brown University

Current Undergrad, Mathematics and French

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Crystal

Certified Tutor

Crystal

Bachelor in Arts
Crystal's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am a recent Dartmouth College graduate raised in Philadelphia but now living in the great city of Boston. I just came back from a year living in France, where I taught English to over 200 elementary school students in person and by videoconferencing. My other previous teaching experiences include ...

Education

Dartmouth College

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Laura

Certified Tutor

Laura

Current Undergrad, Biology, French
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4

I am an energetic tutor with an abundance of tutoring experience in a broad range of subjects. As a biology major at Washington University in St. Louis, I am well-versed in chemistry, biology, physics and calculus. I have privately tutored elementary through high school students in these areas of st...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Current Undergrad, Biology, French

Test Scores
ACT
35
Samantha

Certified Tutor

Samantha

Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and French Language; Certificate in Journalism and Media Studies
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Calculus

I am a graduate of Duke University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and French Language, and a Certificate in Journalism and Media Studies. After graduation I moved to New York City to pursue a career in the television and news industry. I grew up volunteering in the public schoo...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and French Language; Certificate in Journalism and Media Studies

Claire

Certified Tutor

Claire

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and French
Claire's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening
SAT Subject Test in French

I'm a recent graduate from Brown University where I studied Linguistics and French. I teach French at all levels, including AP and SAT subject test prep. I started learning French when I was 5 and it's been an important part of my life so I hope to help others appreciate the language as much as I do...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and French

Test Scores
SAT
1590

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I'm currently an MA student in French at Middlebury College, after graduating with my BA from Barnard College at Columbia University in 2014. Overseas, I spent a year at the Sorbonne-Paris. I'm a passionate, patient tutor of both English and French with four years of experience. In both languages, I focus on grammar skills, essay writing, and standardized test preparation, especially the SAT and SAT II. I most often tutor high school and college students, but have found that young children are also some of my favorite to teach! I have additional experience with ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine, both academically and professionally. As a bilingual writer for the State Department and two publishing companies, I've learned effective writing skills I love to share with students. I believe that each individual learns differently, so I tailor my teaching strategies to every student's needs. Seeing students overcome challenges and meet their goals is always the highlight of my day. When I'm not tutoring, I'm an avid film photographer and an enthusiastic yoga amateur.

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I'm a recent graduate of Case Western Reserve University with a B.A. in Biology and Cognitive Science, as well as a minor in French. I'm interested in going back to school for either environmental studies or law, but I still have some deciding to do in that regard! My tutoring experience has been varied, from helping peers with homework, assisting my young nephews and nieces with their reading and writing, to mentoring the younger students at the dance studio I used to attend. These are just some of the ways that I've learned to tutor. My favorite things to tutor are writing and algebra. Both are things that can appear complicated and difficult, but often there is only one stumbling block that a student is having a problem with. Once you isolate the issue, everything becomes simple! My tutoring style is to talk and work through a lot of practice problems together. When the student feels comfortable tackling some practice problems on their own, I know they've mastered the concept. I'm also a great listener; if you tell me that you are having a problem in a certain area of a subject, I can very much tailor the lesson and practice problems to the target area. Outside of school, I spend a lot of my time submerged in water! I love windsurfing, scuba diving, and going to the beach. I'm also a huge, huge fan of snow! I ski every chance I get, and lately I've been getting into snowboarding! When I'm just relaxing, I enjoy a good book, a hot mug of tea, and fuzzy blankets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvements depend on your starting point and how consistently you engage with tutoring. Students typically see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of regular sessions, particularly in the speaking and writing sections where personalized feedback matters most. Since the AP French exam is scored 1-5, many students focus on moving from a 2 or 3 to a 4 or 5—and targeted tutoring addresses the specific weaknesses holding you back, whether that's verb conjugation accuracy, listening comprehension, or essay structure.

The key is identifying exactly what's preventing you from advancing to the next score level, then practicing those skills with expert guidance rather than studying in isolation.

The free response section—particularly the persuasive essay and interpersonal conversation—trips up many students because they require real-time production under pressure. While the multiple-choice reading and listening sections test comprehension, the free response sections demand you generate accurate, complex French on the spot, juggling grammar, vocabulary, verb tenses, and coherence simultaneously.

The other common sticking point is the listening section, where students struggle to process spoken French at natural speed, especially when accented or containing unfamiliar regional expressions. Personalized tutoring helps you build both confidence and muscle memory in these high-stakes areas through targeted practice and feedback.

It's very important. AP French has its own scope, pacing guide, and tested themes—the exam focuses on six thematic units (personal and public identities, families in different societies, etc.) and expects specific vocabulary, grammar structures, and cultural competencies. A tutor who knows AP French inside-out understands what College Board prioritizes, how to decode tricky multiple-choice questions, and what the graders are actually looking for in your essays and speaking responses.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in AP French and understand the exam's demands, so you're not just learning French—you're learning to perform well on this particular test.

A solid timeline begins 3-4 months before the exam, with tutoring sessions focused on mastering the weakest thematic units and question formats first. Early sessions should pinpoint your trouble areas—is it listening comprehension? verb conjugation? persuasive essay structure?—so you can spend time strategically rather than reviewing everything equally.

Mid-preparation should emphasize timed practice tests under realistic conditions, reviewing mistakes immediately after. Your tutor can identify patterns in your errors and drill those specific weak spots. In the final month, shift to full-length practice exams, test-taking strategies, and confidence building. Spacing out your study over weeks—rather than cramming—allows the grammar and vocabulary to solidify through repetition and retrieval practice.

Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty—you don't know what to expect or you've had bad experiences with timed writing and speaking. Working through multiple timed practice exams with a tutor before test day demystifies the experience and builds genuine confidence. When you've practiced the persuasive essay format a dozen times and know exactly how you'll allocate your time, the real exam feels less scary.

Your tutor can also teach you grounding techniques for moments when anxiety spikes—like the 30-second personal statement at the start of the speaking section—and help you develop a pre-test routine that calms your nerves. Many students find that knowing they've identified and addressed their weak areas reduces anxiety significantly.

Tutoring rates vary based on the tutor's experience level, your location, and how frequently you meet. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors across a range of price points, so you can find someone who fits your budget and schedule. Many students begin with 2-3 sessions per week during active exam prep, though some do well with weekly check-ins and independent practice in between.

We recommend discussing your goals and timeline upfront so you and your tutor can design a plan that delivers results without overcommitting financially.

The best AP French tutors combine fluency and cultural knowledge with exam expertise and patience. They should understand the College Board rubrics for speaking and writing, recognize common student mistakes at your level, and explain grammar and strategy in ways that click for you. They should also adapt to your learning style—whether you're a visual learner who benefits from charts, or someone who learns best through conversation and repetition.

Look for a tutor who asks diagnostic questions early on, celebrates small wins, and doesn't just correct mistakes but helps you understand why you made them so you can avoid the pattern on test day.

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