As an English teacher and French native, I started working as a bilingual governess in 2010, and my first role lasted for over five years (2010-2015) working for a French family in the South of France where I live, not far from the Riviera. My duties were mainly educational with a special focus on the language development for their children aged 8, 9 and 11 back then. I also covered other aspects of their school subjects, like maths & sciences, history & geography, etc., as well as their personal development, engaging them in games, sports, or other activities that could provide learning while having fun. While working with them, I took an interest in Montessori methods, and I have been applying them ever since.
Besides my governess experience, I should mention my experience as an English and French teacher in regular schools. I taught in secondary schools to students aged between 10 to 18 years old, but I also had collaborations with independent language schools. My teaching experience spans over 18 years. I hold a Master’s degree in English linguistics and a BA in English and French literature & linguistics. Besides English and French, I speak a little Italian, and I have some basic knowledge of Russian (I can read and write, basic vocabulary).
I like working with children and I am very much at ease with them. I am also well organised, keen on learning new things every day, and passionate about teaching in an interactive way. I have always tried to stimulate my students’ creativity, and let them express themselves, which could be fun for both parties. I like fun-loving people, I am full of energy and pretty sporty: I jog, take long walks, I am a confident swimmer, I play tennis and badminton from time to time, I can ski (less confident though). I do not smoke and enjoy a healthy diet & lifestyle.