Alexandra Moreau
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated and professional French Instructor with eight years of expertise in French language instruction. Known for developing lesson plans to target diverse learning styles and educational needs in classrooms of students. Fosters excellent communication with students, parents and faculty to achieve instructional goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
French Instructor/ group classes/individual classes
Alliance Française de Pasadena
01.2017 - Current
- Introductory French (A1-A2), Intermediate French (B1-B2), Advanced French (C1-C2)
- Increased student engagement by incorporating French culture and media into lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to organize cultural events, connecting students to authentic experiences of French-speaking communities.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques, such as flipped classrooms and project-based learning, to enhance the educational experience for students.
French Teacher/Group Classes
Pomona College/Claremont Colleges
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Beginner and Intermediate French to Freshman/Sophomore/Junior/Senior years
- Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on French-speaking countries.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
French Instructor/Group classes
Pomona College/Claremont Colleges
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Intermediate French to Freshman/Sophomore/Junior/Senior years
- Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on French-speaking countries.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
Translator, Proofreader, QCer
IYUNO Media Group
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Translated documents from French to English.
- Translated documents from English to French.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
French Instructor / Berlitz Method
Berlitz Language Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Introductory French (Level 1 and 2), Intermediate French (Level 3 and 4), Advanced French (Level 5 and 6) group and individual classes
- Increased student engagement by incorporating French culture and media into lessons.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated peer tutoring sessions, fostering collaboration among classmates to improve overall comprehension of course material.
Organizer
Film and Television Department, British Actors Equity
12.2004 - 03.2016
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
- Maintained clear communication channels between all parties involved in the event planning process, ensuring timely updates and issue resolution.
Psychotherapist
St Joseph Hospice
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Providing emotional support to patients grieving or experiencing life limiting illnesses
Psychotherapist
CONNECT/Brixton Prison
03.2012 - 09.2013
- Providing therapy to sex offenders as they neared the end of their prison sentences
Counselor
Multi Ethnic Counseling Service of the WCC
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Providing counseling to refugees and asylum-seekers in their native language
Internship
International Labour Organisation (ILO)
- 08.2004
Internship
BDA (Confederation of German Employers' Association)
01.2004 - 05.2004
Social Administrator to the Ambassador of Pakistan
Embassy of Pakistan
01.2001 - 01.2001
- Conducted research on relevant topics to inform decision-making processes regarding invitations, partnerships, or collaborations with external entities.
Education
Certified Examiner DELF/DALF A1-B2 - French
Alliance Française De Pasadena
Pasadena, CA2019
Teacher Training - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language
Berlitz School of Languages
Pasadena01.2017
PostGrad Diploma - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths University
London, United Kingdom2013
Foundation Course - Counseling Skills
Metropolitan University
London, United Kingdom2010
Bachelor of Arts - European Studies With French And German
Manchester University
Manchester, United Kingdom2000
Skills
- Skilled communicator
- Strong empathy
- Curiosity
- Adaptability
- Interactive teaching methods
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Interests
- Modern Languages and intercultural communication
- Psychoanalysis
- Contemporary French literature with a keen interest in the Surrealist Movement
- Dark chocolate
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
French Teacher/Group Classes
Pomona College/Claremont Colleges
09.2021 - 12.2021
French Instructor/Group classes
Pomona College/Claremont Colleges
01.2020 - 05.2020
Translator, Proofreader, QCer
IYUNO Media Group
10.2018 - 01.2020
French Instructor/ group classes/individual classes
Alliance Française de Pasadena
01.2017 - Current
French Instructor / Berlitz Method
Berlitz Language Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
Psychotherapist
St Joseph Hospice
03.2013 - 10.2013
Psychotherapist
CONNECT/Brixton Prison
03.2012 - 09.2013
Counselor
Multi Ethnic Counseling Service of the WCC
05.2011 - 05.2012
Organizer
Film and Television Department, British Actors Equity
12.2004 - 03.2016
Internship
BDA (Confederation of German Employers' Association)
01.2004 - 05.2004
Social Administrator to the Ambassador of Pakistan
Embassy of Pakistan
01.2001 - 01.2001
Internship
International Labour Organisation (ILO)
- 08.2004
Certified Examiner DELF/DALF A1-B2 - French
Alliance Française De Pasadena
Teacher Training - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language
Berlitz School of Languages
PostGrad Diploma - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths University
Foundation Course - Counseling Skills
Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts - European Studies With French And German
Manchester University
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