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French Teacher · DELF/DALF · TCF Examiner

Learn French
with Amandine

From first words to full fluency, in Zurich and across Switzerland

Personalised French lessons for individuals and professionals, taught by a certified teacher and official DELF/DALF & TCF examiner with international experience across France, Italy and Switzerland.

📍 Canton Zurich & Aargau 🌐 Online · All Switzerland A1 → C2 · All Levels General & Business French
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Amandine Barra · Professeure de français à Zurich
About Me

A passion for languages,
shared with the world

I'm a multilingual French teacher and education professional fluent in French, English and Italian, with working knowledge of Turkish and currently learning German. My career has taken me across France, Turkey, Italy and Switzerland, where I have developed a deep passion for language teaching, cultural exchange and student development.

Trained in Paris (at the Institut Catholique de Paris and Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne), I specialise in designing creative, learner-centred lessons that adapt to each student's goals and personality. I have taught French at all levels through some of Switzerland's most respected institutions: Alliance Française, Tandem Multilingual School, Flying Teachers and Cartus.

As a certified DELF/DALF and TCF examiner, I guide learners from beginner to advanced levels, helping them gain both linguistic accuracy and genuine cultural confidence. Today I offer private lessons directly, without an intermediary, so I can fully dedicate my teaching to you.

And yes, if you have been wondering how to pronounce "Amandine" — book a first lesson and I will teach you personally.

Languages I speak
🇫🇷 French · Native 🇬🇧 English · C1 🇮🇹 Italian · C1 🇹🇷 Turkish · B1 🇩🇪 German · A1
What I Offer

Lessons designed
around your goals

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General French

Structured, engaging lessons covering all aspects of French: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Adapted to your objectives in individual or group formats.

  • Everyday conversation & pronunciation
  • Grammar, vocabulary & writing
  • DELF/DALF & TCF exam preparation (A1–C2)
  • Individual or small group format
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FLAM

Français Langue Maternelle — structured French for children of French-speaking families living abroad. Designed to help heritage speakers maintain, consolidate and develop their mother tongue in a Swiss context.

  • For children of French-speaking expat families
  • Reading, writing & oral expression
  • Aligned with French national curriculum
  • Les Petits Loustics method for younger learners
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French for Specific Purposes

French built around a precise objective or professional field — a job interview, an immigration process, a legal brief or an academic discipline. Every lesson targets your exact situation, vocabulary and deadline.

  • Job interviews & professional integration
  • Immigration & administrative French
  • Field-specific vocabulary: law, medicine, finance
  • Academic writing & research reading
  • Short, intensive & goal-driven format
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DELF / DALF Preparation

Targeted exam preparation with a decisive advantage: your teacher is an active official examiner. I know exactly how papers are marked, what evaluators look for, and how to build your confidence before the big day.

  • All levels A1 to C2
  • Mock exams with detailed feedback
  • Oral & written practice sessions
  • Insider knowledge from an active examiner
  • TCF preparation also available
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Business French

Professional French for the modern workplace, with proven experience delivering in-company training to senior executives, CFOs and managers, including in the banking and finance sector.

  • Meetings, negotiations & presentations
  • Professional writing & emails
  • Finance & banking vocabulary
  • In-company or individual sessions
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Higher Education Counselling

Expert guidance for students aiming to study in France or Italy. With hands-on experience supporting over 40 students and delivering webinars to more than 400 participants, I know every step of the process inside out.

  • Campus France & Parcoursup applications
  • CV, cover letter & document preparation
  • Visa, accommodation & university registration
  • Scholarship & funding guidance
UndergraduatePostgraduate
Where I Teach

In-person & online

In-Person Lessons

Meet face-to-face for a fully immersive and personal learning experience, at a location convenient for you.

Canton Zurich Canton Aargau

Online Lessons

Live, interactive lessons via video call, with the same quality wherever you are in Switzerland. Flexible scheduling to fit your routine.

All of Switzerland Flexible scheduling Via Teams, Zoom or Google Meet
Teaching Experience

Trusted by leading
language organisations

Alliance Française

The world's leading French language & cultural institution

Tandem

Tandem Multilingual School, Zurich

Cartus

Global relocation & language training for international professionals

Flying Teachers

Zurich-based language school specialising in corporate training

Official Certification

DELF, DALF & TCF
Examiner

DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) are official French language diplomas awarded by the French Ministry of Education, internationally recognised and valid for life. They are accepted by universities, employers and immigration authorities worldwide. TCF (Test de Connaissance du Français) is widely used for university admission and immigration purposes.

I hold dual accreditation as an official examiner-corrector for all DELF/DALF levels (A1–B2 and C1–C2, both issued March 2024, valid until 2029) and as a TCF examiner, all certified by France Éducation International. I conduct and evaluate oral examinations for a wide range of candidates under the Fondation Esprit Francophonie at recognised Swiss centres.

Preparing with an active examiner gives you a decisive advantage: I know exactly how exams are assessed, what evaluators look for, and how to build your confidence with targeted practice and personalised feedback.

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Official Examiner-Corrector

DELF / DALF

Accredited A1–C2 · Valid until March 2029

Fondation Esprit Francophonie

Zurich Centre Aarau Centre

France Éducation International · March 2024
TCF Examiner · Valid until January 2029

Academic Background

Rigorous training,
international perspective

DAEFLE · French Language Teacher Education

Alliance Française de Paris

Specialist diploma in teaching French as a foreign language (FLE).

M.A. Geopolitics of the Mediterranean & Middle East

iReMMO

With Honors

Master 2 · Solidarity & Sustainable Transition

Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP)

With Honors

Bachelor's · Political Sciences

University of Paris I · Panthéon-Sorbonne

Fairly Good Distinction. One of France's most prestigious universities. Active in Start'in Sorbonne entrepreneurship association.

Student & Client Voices

What my students say

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Her lessons are always fun, energetic and very diverse. She brings lots of life and passion into the learning process and easily adapts to the student's needs. I improved my grammar, enriched my vocabulary and gained real confidence in speaking French.

Natalia B.

Julius Bär · Zurich

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Amandine is an exceptional French teacher who brings a lot of passion to her lessons. They are very engaging and always adapted to the needs of her students. She has a rare ability to make language learning not only effective but truly enjoyable.

Alex B.

Rothschild & Co. · MSc Wealth Management

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Amandine brings energy, empathy, and precision into every lesson, making her an exceptional teacher in every sense. Her classes combine a positive, humorous atmosphere with a high level of intensity, guided by genuine pedagogical and psychological insight.

Olga S.

Sozialpsychiatrie · Zurich

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Amandine is an exceptionally motivating and pleasant teacher. She builds confidence in your own abilities and prepares students brilliantly for exams with a structured, committed approach. I can warmly recommend her for exam preparation.

Petra T.

Management Board Assistant · Zurich

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It was a truly wonderful experience. Amandine combines warmth, patience, and genuine dedication to her students. From day one she made me feel welcome and supported. What I appreciated most is how she connects personally with each student and adapts her teaching intuitively.

Carolina C.

Portrait & Wedding Photographer · Zurich

Get in Touch

Ready to start
your journey?

Every learning journey is different. Tell me a little about yourself: your current level, your goals, and what kind of lessons you are looking for. I will get back to you within 24 hours to discuss how we can work together.

📍 Canton Zurich & Canton Aargau
🌐 Online · All of Switzerland
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⏱ Response within 24 hours

Rates are provided upon request after an initial discussion of your needs.