French Book Clubs | Advanced Conversation & Cultural Fluency

From 43.77 C$ /h

Join our 10-week Executive Language Book Club, designed for professionals and motivated learners who want to strengthen their language skills through literature, discussion, and cultural exploration. It will start on MARCH 25, 2026.

In each session, participants will:
• Develop advanced vocabulary and conversational fluency
• Practice expressive, confident communication in real-world scenarios
• Explore cultural insights and idiomatic expressions
• Engage in structured discussions guided by an experienced executive language coach

This program is perfect for French learners who want to go beyond traditional lessons and improve their language skills in a high-level, interactive, and engaging group environment.

Extra information

• Duration: 10 weeks, 1.5 hours per session
• Minimum 5 participants required
• Students must purchase their own book (selection provided in advance)
• Online via Microsoft Teams or in-person in San Antonio, TX
• Sessions available mornings, early afternoons, or evenings (excluding Fridays and Wednesday evenings)
• Important: All participants must have intermediate or advanced language proficiency. Before joining, we will schedule a brief introductory call to verify your level and ensure the class is the right fit.
• Bring all your excitement, curiosity, and energy — this is a place to make friends, enjoy great discussions, and learn in a fun, interactive environment!

Location

Online from United States

About Me

I am an Executive Multilingual Coach specializing in high-level communication in English, Spanish, French, and Italian.

With a background in international business, operations management, and language education, I help professionals, entrepreneurs, and global teams communicate with clarity, confidence, and cultural intelligence.

My sessions are not traditional language lessons. They are strategic communication trainings designed for:

• Executives and managers
• Entrepreneurs expanding internationally
• Professionals preparing for presentations or negotiations
• Teams working in multicultural environments
• High-performing women building global influence

I combine language instruction with real-world application, cultural insight, and executive-level vocabulary so you don’t just “learn a language” — you use it strategically.

What Makes My Coaching Different

✔ Executive-level vocabulary and real business scenarios
✔ Conversation-focused and results-driven
✔ Customized curriculum (textbook or curated materials)
✔ Structured programs with measurable progress
✔ Cultural fluency training
✔ Available worldwide via Microsoft Teams

My approach integrates communication psychology, practical vocabulary, structured grammar refinement, and confidence-building exercises.

Education

Education & Certifications

Academic Background
• BA in French, Hotel Management & Business Administration
• Postgraduate Studies in French Literature

Professional Certifications
• TESOL Certified – Texas A&M University
• TOEIC Certified

Language Proficiency & Diplomas
• Spanish – Native
• English – Proficient (TOEIC Certified)
• French – Proficient (DELF, DALF, Diplôme de français des affaires – CCI)
• Italian – Proficient (PLIDA B & C1 – Società Dante Alighieri)
• German – Intermediate (Zertifikat Deutsch, Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung – Goethe-Institut)

Experience / Qualifications

Multilingual educator with 20+ years of international experience in language teaching, training, and academic leadership. I am the Founder of Virtual Language Pros and former Director of Idiomas Globales in Costa Rica for 11 years, where I prepared students from over 17 countries to work, study, and travel abroad.

Since 1999, I have taught learners of all ages — from children (7+) to senior adults — across three countries: Costa Rica, France, and the United States. In the U.S., I taught Italian at Saint Mary's College (Indiana).

I have taught all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced, including executive communication and international certification preparation. My experience includes training U.S. military personnel, embassy professionals, and corporate teams.

Corporate clients have included:
• Kimberly-Clark
• Dole Food Company
• Chiquita Brands International
• Procter & Gamble

I specialize in designing engaging, structured language programs that combine communication strategy, cultural intelligence, and real-world application.
I have been teaching languages since 1999, working with learners of all ages — from children (7+) to senior adults — across multiple international settings.

Areas of Expertise

• Foreign Language Instruction (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German)
• International Exam Preparation: TOEFL, SAT, TOEIC, PLIDA, DELF, DALF
• Online & In-Person Teaching (all ages & levels)
• Curriculum Development & Training Workshops
• Cultural Immersion & Study Abroad Preparation

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

90 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

French

Italian

Skills

French

French for adults

Fsl

Reading (for adults)

Communication skills

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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