Mitra Behzadi

About Me

Hello, I’m Mitra. More than anything, French is not just a subject or a collection of rules to me; it is a language I have lived with, learned, taught, and continue to enjoy discovering. What motivates me most as a teacher is seeing the moment when a learner suddenly understands something that seemed difficult just a few minutes earlier and begins to use it with confidence. These moments are especially rewarding for me when working with children. I believe language learning should take place in a safe, dynamic, and enjoyable environment—one where learners are not afraid of making mistakes and can progress with confidence and ease. In my classes, I try to make French part of a real-life experience rather than simply something to be memorized. Alongside teaching, I continue to study and conduct research in the field of French language education. This connection between classroom experience and specialized knowledge helps me continually discover new things to learn, explore, and improve.

Teaching Method

My classes are designed around each learner’s age, level, and goals. When teaching children, I use stories, games, songs, flashcards, visual materials, PowerPoint presentations, and movement-based activities. I also establish a consistent routine to help children feel secure and stay focused. Activities are varied and kept short to maintain children’s engagement and participation. For teenagers and adults, alongside textbooks and other learning resources, I use videos, authentic materials, speaking activities, and targeted exercises. My goal is to help learners not only study French, but also use it confidently in real-life situations.

Experience

• PhD candidate in French Language Education (Didactique du FLE) and researcher in language learning and innovative teaching approaches • Over 16 years of experience teaching French in bilingual schools, language institutes, and private and online classes • Over 12 years of specialized experience teaching French to children ages 5–9 (GS–CE2, approximately equivalent to Kindergarten–Grade 3 in the French education system) at French schools • Experience teaching French online to learners living in different countries as well as locally, with a focus on children, teenagers, and adults • University-level experience teaching French language courses, as well as teaching and translation • Holds Licence and Master’s degrees in French language and translation