OUR TEAM

​​​Lucie, a native French speaker from Tours (known for its "purest" form of French!) in France, founded The French Workshop in 2013. ​ Since then, Lucie has taught French to a wide range of students in Australia, primarily working with high school students and adults. She offers individual lessons as well as group sessions, helping students from beginners to advanced levels. She also supports students preparing for French exams like VCE, IB, DELF, or DALF, always ensuring they stay motivated and on track. ​During her engaging lessons, Lucie uses authentic French materials, such as newspapers, novels, songs, and more, and encourages students to speak French as much as possible, helping them speak like true French natives. Teaching quirky French expressions and popular phrases is one of her specialties! ​Lucie is available for both online lessons and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne. She also frequently runs the online courses for adults.

Ela is from Paris, and after teaching French and Latin in high school for 10 years, she decided to pursue her passion for English and make the move to Melbourne in 2015. As an experienced teacher, Ela excels at adapting her approach to suit each student’s needs, using motivating and practical resources. Whether you're starting your French journey or looking to improve your skills, Ela will guide you while also sharing her knowledge of French culture and history. Ela can also help you prepare for exams like VCE or DELF, or work with you to improve your fluency. Finding new, effective ways of communicating has always been a personal interest of hers! ​If you’re passionate about Paris, literature, science fiction, fantasy, or engaging in animated yet respectful debates, you’ll certainly enjoy your French lessons with Ela. Ela is available for one-on-one online lessons only.

Zoé is from Strasbourg, known as the capital of Christmas thanks to its famous ‘Christkindelsmärik’ Christmas market. ​Zoé earned a Master’s degree in Teaching French as a Foreign Language in 2014 and has since worked with students of all ages and levels, catering to various learning needs. She is also experienced in helping students prepare for exams like VCE, DELF, and DALF. ​Zoé is passionate about sharing the adventure and joy of French culture with others. She uses real-life resources, such as TV shows, movies, books, magazines, and newspapers from France, to make learning both engaging and authentic. Most importantly, Zoé ensures that you have a great time while learning! Zoé is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne. She also frequently runs the online courses for adults.

Eva, originally from Paris and now settled in Queensland, has been teaching French in Australia for almost 20 years. ​With an Advanced Certificate in Teaching French as a Foreign Language, Eva has taught students of all ages and levels, from kindergarten to high school, and has also worked with independent language schools for adults in Australia. ​Eva is well-versed in the Australian high school language curriculum She is an external French examiner for Year 12 French exams and is dedicated to helping her high school students achieve success. ​In her private lessons, Eva uses materials tailored to each student’s interests and goals, ensuring that lessons are engaging and stimulating. She also teaches practical French for travel needs. ​Passionate about her work, Eva is committed to helping her students succeed while maintaining a respectful, enjoyable, and dynamic learning environment. She believes that learning French should always be fun! ​Eva is available for online lessons only.

​Cassandre is from Chartres, France, and has always had a passion for travel, translation (she’s been a volunteer TED subtitles translator since 2020), languages, and tutoring. Through her study abroad experiences, she has developed speaking abilities in English, Spanish, Italian, and German. Cassandre has tutored students from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of goals in Europe and now Australia. She teaches children, teenagers, and adults, from beginners to advanced, and can help with preparing for French exams such as DELF and DALF. A dynamic, patient, and encouraging teacher, Cassandre enjoys using visual aids like mind maps and immerses her students in everyday French life through audio, short clips from movies and series, videos, newspaper articles, songs, games, and other interactive activities. She is always exploring new ways to engage her students and create dynamic, enjoyable lessons. Cassandre is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne.

​Marion was born in France, but she’s from everywhere! She has lived in Paris and the south of France, but has spent most of her life overseas, in Hong Kong, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Syria. Now, she’s finally settling in Australia. Marion began tutoring while living in Syria as an after-school job, and she quickly realized that teaching French was something she wanted to pursue as a full-time career. Marion is skilled at personalising lessons to make them accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for every student. She teaches students at all levels, from beginners to advanced but has a particular interest in teaching children, as she is very creative and enjoys incorporating crafts into her French lessons. She believes that blending teaching with hands-on activities like crafts is an effective and fun way to learn. Outside of teaching, she loves traveling, reading, watching movies, and always enjoys a lively debate on any topic. Marion is available for online lessons only.

Originally from Paris and now living in Melbourne, Christine grew up in various parts of France, including the Alps in Chambéry and in Angers. Though Christine left France long ago and spent 25 years living in Germany, she remains deeply connected to her country and its culture. Teaching French allows her to be an “ambassador” of her heritage, and she loves incorporating elements of French tradition, etiquette, and history into her lessons. ​In Germany, Christine taught French at several language schools, working with a diverse range of students, including corporate clients, adults, and children. Her favourite topics to teach include French cuisine and wine, music, cinema, and literature, and she always enjoys weaving these subjects into her lessons. ​Christine believes in adding a touch of humour and fun to every lesson, making the learning experience both enjoyable and effective. ​Christine is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne.

​Are you a passionate French teacher looking to join a dynamic team? Apply now to become a part of The French Workshop! For more information, click here.