ANNA CAROLINE PROST
New York,USA
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in French language, cinema, and international education. Passionate about cultural promotion, innovative pedagogy, and fostering interdisciplinary connections between language learning and film studies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Film Coordinator
La Maison Française, NYU
01.2021 - Current
- Curating and moderating film screenings, discussions, and academic panels for Undergraduate & graduate students in the Department and University at large. Held over 40 screenings on campus.
- Coordinating special events with leading filmmakers, producers, and cultural institutions.
- Collaborating with major film festivals, distributors, and academic programs to expand Francophone cinema exposure.
- Developing interdisciplinary programming that links cinema with literature, history, and cultural studies.
Clinical Associate Professor
NYU University
07.2013 - Current
- Teaching French language courses at all levels (Elementary to Advanced), emphasizing cultural fluency and linguistic proficiency.
- Developing innovative courses that integrate cinema into language learning, fostering analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Designing lesson plans, assessments, and engaging learning activities aligned with communicative and immersive methodologies.
- Organizing student-led film screenings, discussions, and collaborations with Francophone filmmakers and scholars.
- Mentoring students in film-related research projects and cultural initiatives.
French & Humanities Teacher
Kingsworth International School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed and taught French language and Humanities courses; established a new French section.
- Prepared A-levels and International baccalaureate students.
- Designed a curriculum for Humanities in a bilingual setting.
French Immersion Teacher
French Institute Alliance Française
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Led immersive language courses; designed specialized cinema-focused workshops.
- Taught French language at every level - from A1-C2 - to adults, teens & toddlers.
- Supervised French on specific objectives for working professionals.
Assistant French Language Teacher
International School of Brooklyn & Wolverhampton Schools
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Assisted in French language instruction and curriculum planning.
- Supervised A-levels cultural & linguistic conversations.
- Interacted with students and faculty to offer language & cultural sessions.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
Education
Master of Arts - Language Studies
University of Stendhal
Grenoble, France10-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Language Studies
University of Stendhal
Grenoble, France10-2006
Master of Arts - American History and Literature
University of Toulon
La Garde, France10-2005
Skills
- Technical Skills: Expertise in Microsoft Office, Smart boards, Google Suite, digital learning tools, and film editing software
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Innovative teaching approach
- Humanistic interest
- Project coordination
- Event planning
Certification
DELF-DALF Examiner Certification (2018-Present) - French Institute Alliance Française, NY
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Languages: Fluent in French & English;
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Italian
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Albertine Grant Recipient (2024, 2025) - Supporting the expansion of the Voices of Francophone Cinema Festival.
- Global Research Initiative Grant (2022, 2023) - Funding interdisciplinary film programming.
- NYU Innovative Teaching Award (2021) - Recognized for developing a student-curated film festival and digital learning resources.
Affiliations
- Faculty Affiliate, NYU (2017-Present) - Coordinating cultural events and film programming for student engagement.
- Diversity & Inclusion Committee (Co-Chair, 2022) - Advocating for curriculum development that reflects diverse perspectives.
- Salary Committee, NYU (2016-2017, 2022) - Representing faculty in policy discussions.
- Summer Course Coordinator, NYU (2017) - Supervising faculty, overseeing curriculum updates, and mentoring students.
Timeline
Film Coordinator
La Maison Française, NYU
01.2021 - Current
French & Humanities Teacher
Kingsworth International School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Clinical Associate Professor
NYU University
07.2013 - Current
French Immersion Teacher
French Institute Alliance Française
01.2006 - 01.2016
Assistant French Language Teacher
International School of Brooklyn & Wolverhampton Schools
09.2005 - 05.2006
Master of Arts - Language Studies
University of Stendhal
Bachelor of Arts - Language Studies
University of Stendhal
Master of Arts - American History and Literature
University of Toulon
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