Alex LENOBLE
Bagnolet, FRANCE
Summary
French linguist, translator, and educator with a PhD in Romance Studies (Cornell University) and over 15 years of experience in French language analysis, teaching, translation, and editing. Skilled in grammar, syntax, and semantics, with extensive practice evaluating texts for fluency, accuracy, clarity, and bias. Experienced in preparing multilingual content for publication, delivering clear explanations of complex concepts, and managing projects in academic, nonprofit, and secondary education contexts.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Translator & Editor
Freelance Translator & Editor
01.2010 - Current
- Translated and edited academic, cultural, and literary content (FR ↔ EN).
- Reviewed documents for accuracy, idiomaticity, and style consistency.
- Prepared multilingual materials for conferences and publications, ensuring clarity and accessibility.
Assistant Professor & Program Director, French
University of South Florida
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Taught French linguistics, grammar, and literature at undergraduate and graduate levels, including online courses.
- Created explanatory content on syntax, semantics, and stylistics.
- Trained students in translation, editing, and critical text analysis.
- Directed the French program and ensured consistency in multilingual communications.
- Chaired departmental DEI committee; promoted inclusive and unbiased language practices in teaching and communication.
Graduate Instructor / Teaching Assistant – French & Comparative Literature
Cornell University
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Taught French language and literature courses as part of MA/PhD training.
- Designed assessments, guided student writing, and led cultural discussions.
- Conducted research in French and Francophone Studies.
Adjunct Instructor – French
Ithaca College
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Taught undergraduate courses in French language and literature.
- Designed lessons integrating grammar, culture, and conversation.
- Provided guidance on writing and linguistic accuracy.
Teaching Assistant – French
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Taught introductory French language courses.
- Focused on grammar, conversation, and composition skills for undergraduates.
Program Manager – Adult Education & Literacy (FLE)
France/Guadeloupe
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Directed French language and literacy programs for adult learners.
- Developed curricula focused on grammar and writing.
- Supervised instructors and coordinated program delivery.
Certified Secondary Teacher – French (CAPES Lettres Modernes)
French Ministry of Education
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Taught French literature, grammar, and writing at high school level.
- Earned national teaching certification (CAPES Lettres Modernes).
Education
PhD - Romance Studies
Cornell University
01.2018
MA - Romance Studies
Cornell University
01.2013
MA - Comparative Literature
Sorbonne University
01.2006
BA - French Studies (Lettres modernes)
University Paris Ouest-Nanterre
01.2005
Skills
- French grammar
- Syntax
- Semantics
- Pragmatics
- Text analysis
- Labeling
- Parts of speech
- Syntactic roles
- Tone
- Style
- Quality assurance
- Fluency
- Factual accuracy
- Bias detection
- Translation
- Editing
- Idiomatic rewriting
- Content creation
- Grammar guides
- Usage examples
- Explanatory materials
- Inclusive language evaluation
- Unbiased language evaluation
- Structured content preparation
- Text editing
- Formatting
- Presentation tools
- PowerPoint
- Google Slides
- Content management systems
- Canvas
- SharePoint
- Trello
- Notion
- Productivity tools
- MS Office
- Google Workspace
- Excel
- Basic Adobe tools
- Acrobat
- Photoshop
Websites
Certification
Certified in Online Teaching, University of South Florida
Languages
- French, Native
- English, Bilingual
- Spanish, Intermediate
Timeline
Assistant Professor & Program Director, French
University of South Florida
01.2018 - 01.2025
Adjunct Instructor – French
Ithaca College
01.2014 - 01.2016
Graduate Instructor / Teaching Assistant – French & Comparative Literature
Cornell University
01.2011 - 01.2018
Freelance Translator & Editor
Freelance Translator & Editor
01.2010 - Current
Teaching Assistant – French
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
01.2010 - 01.2011
Program Manager – Adult Education & Literacy (FLE)
France/Guadeloupe
01.2007 - 01.2010
Certified Secondary Teacher – French (CAPES Lettres Modernes)
French Ministry of Education
01.2005 - 01.2007
PhD - Romance Studies
Cornell University
MA - Romance Studies
Cornell University
MA - Comparative Literature
Sorbonne University
BA - French Studies (Lettres modernes)
University Paris Ouest-Nanterre
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