Hello! I am Cécile, a school teacher for ten years, certified from the ministry of French national education and a graduate of a STAPS Master (science and techniques of physical and sports activities). Originally from Lyon, I taught there, as well as in Brittany and here I am for two years in Normandy! My experience spans from preschool to elementary school. I like teaching, it’s fascinating, changing and yet complex: How to motivate all the students? How to manage a new class? How do you make sure that everyone finds their way and succeeds? Qualities such as empathy, kindness and sometimes a “touch of madness” seem necessary to me when approaching this profession. When I started teaching, I did two internships in Belgium, one in a Freinet school and the other in a Steiner school for more than a month, two varied pedagogies rich in ideas! Then the same year, in immersion for a month in German-speaking Switzerland, I taught sport and French to children from all over the world. I also took part in an observation course in a Montessori school, here in Cherbourg, it was fascinating and the team is dynamic and welcoming! I am also very interested in sign language; I have been learning to sign with my 2 year old daughter for almost 1 year! It is a good alternative to communication. Athletic, I played basketball for 18 years in competition where I have great memories. I like to share time with family and friends, laughing, good food, country dancing and travels, however short they may be! Hope to meet you !

Hello parents! I am Mrs. Vanessa. I was born and raised in Paris. I took the plunge with my husband and we moved to New York 2 years ago to start a new adventure. With a master's degree in education from Paris la Sorbonne University, I have 4 years of experience teaching in kindergarten and high school. Teaching is a vocation for me, and I believe in a personalized education that takes into account the personality of each child, their needs and their pace. I believe in educating children through play, and love to develop Montessori and science activities for the development and fun of toddlers. My love for travel has taught me the importance of making our children open-minded, culturally aware citizens of the world. In my free time I love to read, go for a walk in nature and enjoy my family and my daughter who is a few months old. I am also passionate about chocolate, French cheese and of course our national baguette that goes without saying!

Hi! My name is Ms. Katherine and I will be your English teacher. I am a certified teacher and received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Early Childhood/Special Education and Childhood/Special Education grades 1-6 from New York University and Hunter College. For the last five years, I worked as a preschool teacher and delivered creative and hands-on-lessons where children are empowered to construct knowledge and inquire about the world around them. I am a lover of literacy and have experience working with children of various ages and abilities. I have taught English Language Learners and children with dyslexia to read and write using a multisensory approach. On any given day, you can see me bringing books to life by acting out stories, using props, and challenging children to think critically about stories. I am an energetic and passionate teacher, and I believe in nurturing the growth of the whole child. I am dedicated to creating fun and engaging activities that connect to children’s interests and inspire a love of learning. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy cooking and learning about different cuisines from around the world. I also love traveling and exploring new places. I will be your English teacher in the dual language program.

Sophie completed her studies in Québec with a bachelor in science of education from the ministry of education of Quebec and a degree in Primary school teaching for kids with special needs. She then worked for a year in Canada before deciding to go and explore the world for a year. She then returned to Canada to continue her teaching career, before returning to Thailand to broaden her experience of teaching in different countries with different cultures. Therefore, in 2019, she accepted a kindergarten teaching position at the French International School of Pattaya in Thailand and worked this year as a Petite Section teacher at the Lycee Francais International de Londres Winston Churchill. She is passionate about the teaching profession and loves taking on new challenges. She enjoys working as part of a team and is always looking for ways to maximize the development of her students. She also tries to integrate different approaches to her teaching such as project-based Learning, teaching from children’s literature and integration of new technologies into classroom activities.

I am Johanna Bernal, I was born in Bogotá, Colombia. Since I was a child I had the dream to travel to other places and speak in other languages that’s why I went to college to study about foreign languages. I have ten years of experience teaching Spanish as a second and foreign language in different contexts and format. I have a Master’s Degree in Teaching Spanish from the University of Barcelona and a Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Languages (Spanish, English and French). Not only my teaching experience but my academic background has allowed me to identify different resources by the use of information technologies in order to define learning methods. The integration of the cultural component has been a key element, as one of the most direct approaches to learn about a foreign language and how to teach it. I have also worked in the development and adaptation of instructive material to teach Spanish. I have been exposed to diverse perspectives of education while in France, as a selected participant for the Spanish Teacher Exchange Program, sponsored by the French Ministry of Education. I have explored a range of methods in teaching languages as a Spanish immersion teacher in The United States during six years in North Carolina, which have enriched my development as a teaching professional.

Hi, I am Mrs. Karol. I am a teacher with more than 10 years of experience. Motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated, I am committed to creating a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating and encouraging to every student. I hold a Bachelor's degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a TESOL, Advanced tutoring as well as an NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Certificate. Skilled in adapting to students diverse learning styles and achieving good learning results in classes with a diversity of groups (Children of all ages and adults). Looking forward to meeting you in class!

I am Mrs. Constance. I have a degree in French Linguistics (University of Grenoble Alpes) and in foreign language teaching (University of Sorbonne Nouvelle). I have always been passionate about teaching and I like to find playful ways to teach French so that the joy is always there. Throughout my professional experiences, I have had the chance to work with adults and children, allowing me to develop my adaptation skills and creativity. I look forward to meeting you in class!

Hi, my name is Gaelle. I have a university degree in French as a foreign language, a sports license and a professional music training. I am originally from Brittany but I have been living in the south of France for more than 15 years. I have been teaching French to children between 2 and 18 years old for many years but I also teach music and sport. I am passionate about travel, music and sports. I practice guitar, piano, singing, tennis and I love running. Games are for me the best way to learn and I look forward for the opportunity to teach French to your children.