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Debora
- Rate 30 US$
- Response 2h
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Students50+
Number of students Debora has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Debora has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

30 US$/hr
1st lesson free
- French
- French speaking
- French listening
- French writing
- DELF
Experienced French & English Teacher | 10+ Years Helping Learners Speak with confidence? Personalized, engaging lessons for all levels — from absolute beginners to advanced speakers
- French
- French speaking
- French listening
- French writing
- DELF
Lesson location
Super Prof
Debora is one of our best French tutors. They have a high-quality profile, verified qualifications, a quick response time, and great reviews from students!
About Debora
Unlock Your Language Potential Today!
Ready to transform your learning experience into something fun and rewarding? Whether you're a student, a professional, or gearing up for exams, I customize each lesson to be clear, engaging, and results-driven.
For Kids: Immerse yourself in a world of songs, games, stories, and visual tools that spark confidence and curiosity.
For Professionals: Boost your fluency for meetings, interviews, emails, and presentations with ease.
For Exam Prep: Conquer the DELF, DALF, TEF, IELTS, or TOEFL with my step-by-step, proven methods.
With experience teaching students across the U.S., Europe, and Africa, I make every class interactive and personalized, empowering you to speak, understand, and succeed confidently in both French and English.
Don't wait to start your language journey. Book your first lesson today and take the first step toward fluency. Spots are limited — let's begin your adventure now!
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Unlock Your Language Potential with Tailored French & English Lessons
Are you ready to embark on a language journey that’s as unique as you are? Whether you're starting from scratch or aiming to refine your fluency, my lessons are crafted to meet your individual goals, level, and learning style.
Here's what you can expect:
- Engaging conversation practice to boost your confidence in speaking
- Step-by-step grammar guidance that makes complex rules simple
- Vocabulary expansion through real-life themes and topics
- Immersive listening and reading with authentic materials like audio, video, and texts
- Personalized homework and feedback to ensure continuous progress
I also specialize in:
- Exam preparation for DELF, DALF, TEF, AP French, TOEFL, IELTS, and more
- Language skills for travel, work, interviews, or immigration
- Customized lessons for children, teens, adults, and professionals
Every class is paced to suit you, focusing on practical communication skills beyond textbook knowledge.
Your first session is on me! We’ll assess your level, set your goals, and create a personalized learning plan.
Ready to transform your language skills? Book your first lesson today and start speaking French or English with confidence!
Review
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Perfect! Deborah was excellent and I enjoyed every minute of our lesson and I can’t wait for our next one. Great personality, great energy and a great teacher.
- Tatjana is an excellent student: motivated, and very engaged in every lesson. She participates actively, practices speaking with confidence, and applies corrections immediately. It’s been a pleasure working with her.Debora's response :
Perfect! Debora is a very good teacher - her patience allows me to learn from my mistakes. She also prepares before lessons so that there is material to work with and she is flexible within the lessons to allow me go down different tangents and learn new things
- Jessie brings a great attitude to every lesson—curious, focused, and open to making mistakes while practicing speaking. Jessie has shown strong improvement in confidence and pronunciation, and approaches learning with real commitment.Debora's response :
Perfect! It was my pleasure to meet with Debora for my first French lesson.
- Laurie is a motivated and enthusiastic adult learner with a strong foundation and a genuine passion for the French language. From the very first session, she demonstrated confidence, curiosity, and a clear desire to become more fluent. With her prior exposure to French and her commitment to learning, Laurie is exceptionally well positioned to make meaningful and enjoyable progress.Debora's response :
Perfect! I love her! I can tell she’s gonna be magic. The first lesson was so wonderful! Debora is patient, kind, and understanding. I already booked a second lesson with her. I’m looking forward to my French journey with Debora.
- Devin is a motivated student who is working hard to speak French in real-life conversations. She is learning useful words and expressions to order food, ask questions, and introduce herself. With her dedication, she’s getting closer every week to her goal of speaking French with confidence.Debora's response :
Perfect! Very kind and patient. I like that she determined where I was as a learner and gave feedback as we went along.
- Annie Is Making Steady ProgressDebora's response :
Annie is a kind and motivated learner. Since our first session, she’s shown growing confidence and consistency. I appreciate her openness to feedback and her commitment to improving her French. It’s a pleasure to continue working with her!
Perfect! Debora was execellent very thorough and kind Prof !! Will be continuing education with her until I am more fluent Blessings Debora!
- ️ Great Start and Motivated Learner!Debora's response :
Nicole had a very positive and focused trial session. She came prepared, asked great questions, and showed genuine interest in learning French. I was especially impressed by her motivation and the clarity of her goals. We covered key foundational elements and discussed a personalized learning path. I'm excited that she has booked upcoming lessons, and I truly look forward to supporting her progress step by step!
Perfect! Loved my trial lesson with Debora, and looking forward to our next lesson! She is such a kind, knowledgeable, and patient French tutor (who did not mind repeating herself when my ears couldn’t quite pick up all the words!)
I am mainly interested in speaking and can sometimes get in my head when I get tripped up, and I really appreciated that she never let the conversation die down.- Bradley showed great potential during his trial lesson. He’s motivated, communicative, and already building strong speaking skills. With continued practice, his fluency will grow quickly.Debora's response :
Perfect! Debora was very kind and helpful throughout our first lesson and I feel confident about continuing to learn French with her!
- ️ Looking Forward to Our First LessonDebora's response :
Kate and I are scheduled to have our trial session on July 2nd, and I’m excited to meet her and learn more about her goals. From our initial exchange, she appears motivated and ready to embark on her French learning journey. I look forward to supporting her progress and helping her build confidence and fluency in each session!
Perfect! Debora is attentive to her students, readily adjusting her approach to suit their individual needs. She responds quickly and provides clear examples. I recommend her to beginner/intermediate-level students.
- Jiaxin excels in her endeavors, is dedicated to enhancing her French fluency and actively participate. It is a pleasure being her instructor.Debora's response :
Perfect! Great, interactive lesson!
- Unfortunately, Adrienne and I haven't been able to have our first lesson yet. However, from our discussions, it's clear that she is very enthusiastic about learning French. I look forward to starting the lessons with her and seeing her progress.Debora's response :
Perfect! I had a great first class with Deborah. She came to teach! Her curriculum was very well thought out and engaging. She is open to suggestions and questions. I am looking forward to my next class.
- Wendy, you are a dedicated and enthusiastic student in my French class. Thanks for actively participating, asking insightful questions, and showing a genuine interest in learning. Keep working on the pronunciation.Debora's response :
Perfect! Great
- I enjoyed my lesson with Enrico. The student was active and curious. His commitment is a strong indicator that he will achieve his goal of developing communicative competence in French.Debora's response :
Perfect! Debora is a great professor. She's patient and kind, and provides a tailored approach to teaching. I highly recommend her without hesitation!
- The student has demonstrated a strong ability to read and understand sentences in French. This is a significant achievement and shows her dedication to learning the language. Even when encountering challenging words, she takes the time to work through them. This persistence is a valuable skill that will serve her well in her language studies and beyond. Area of improvement: To improve her reading fluency, focusing and expanding her vocabulary will be beneficial. While reading, pay attention to the pronunciation of new words.Debora's response :
Perfect! She was patient, friendly and we were able to converse a little recalling some of my french.
- Hi Alicia,Debora's response :
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our lessons and found them helpful. It was a pleasure to converse with you and help you recall some of your French. Looking forward to our next session!
Best regards,
Debora
Perfect! She kept me engaged,
And made me comfortable with learning- Hi Cindy,Debora's response :
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our lessons and felt comfortable learning. Your feedback means a lot to me, and I’m looking forward to continuing our journey together.
Best regards,
Debora
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Debora is an excellent teacher who is very attentive to her students' needs. She has a great ability to identify specific areas for improvement and offer tailored support. Her patience and kindness create the perfect environment for rapid progress, even for beginners. I highly recommend her for her dedication and professionalism.
- Debora is a patient and attentive tutor who creates a positive learning environment. She communicates clearly and helps learners feel confident and supported.
- Debora is a caring and professional French tutor who adapts her teaching to the learner’s level and needs. She encourages progress while maintaining a calm and supportive approach.
- I highly recommend Debora as a French tutor. She is reliable, respectful, and dedicated to helping learners succeed.**Debora** is a French language instructor specializing in oral communication and conversation skills.
I highly recommend Deborah for anyone struggling with speaking French. When I started, writing was fine but speaking was my biggest problem. In just 3 months, I was able to communicate confidently in French.
She is patient, engaging, and structured in her teaching. She explains things clearly and creates a comfortable environment where you’re not afraid to make mistakes. If you want to improve your French speaking skills quickly, she’s an excellent choice.Debora is an outstanding teacher who is patient, supportive, and highly professional. She always takes the time to understand her students’ needs and learning levels, adapting her lessons in a clear and effective way. Her structured explanations and encouraging approach help students build confidence and make steady progress. Debora is reliable, attentive, and genuinely committed to her students’ success. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a positive and motivating learning experience.
I recommend Debora as a French tutor because she is reliable and patient with learners. She is also knowledgeable on French language.
Debora is a dedicated and professional French educator. She demonstrates strong communication skills, adaptability, and a learner-centered approach that supports meaningful progress. Her teaching style makes the learners very engaged during lessons.
Jules.Debora is an excellent French teacher . She’s organized , builds up the language little by little meeting students where their needs are , and teaching them accordingly. She has a plan and it works . Whether you are a beginner , medium or advanced student , she will be able to help you with French .
Debora is a thoughtful and enthusiastic teacher. She knows how to communicate complex language issues in clear and effective ways.
Debora is a wonderful teacher. I highly recommend her to continue teaching French. I am a beginner who is nervous about speaking any word in French. She has great patience and respect for all students. I have gained much confidence speaking French because of her caring also demanding approach to teach. I appreciate Debora for her dedicated teaching and supporting me in every class and willingness to do more for students outside of class as well.
It is with great pleasure that I recommend Debora as a teacher. Her kindness and compassion make her an excellent educator. She is patient and highly creative, and she makes teaching an enjoyable experience. She goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her students.
I am delighted to review my wife, Debora Akotonou, whose passion for education has positively impacted lives in Africa and the US. She founded a thriving school in Benin with 300 students, showcasing her leadership and dedication. In the US, she has excelled as a substitute teacher, special education, French teacher, and humanities teacher in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Washington, DC. Her versatility, innovative teaching methods, and genuine care for students' growth are commendable. Her contributions to education inspire and foster a love for learning in her students, leaving a lasting impact on the communities she serves. Raphael Edou, CEO, Radenamias LLC . Maryland , USA
Debora has been my French instructor throughout the duration of this academic year. She demonstrates exceptional teaching prowess, adept at simplifying complex concepts to facilitate seamless learning, a quality especially beneficial for novice French learners like myself. Diligently, she ensures our acquisition of accurate vocabulary and proper sentence structure, while maintaining a keen oversight of our progress through regular assessments and thoughtfully assigned homework exercises.
She is an exceptional teacher, and I wholeheartedly recommend her. She has taught me a lot about French. Thanks to her, I have learned so much. Merci
I have had the pleasure of working closely with Debora for the past year, during which she assumed the role of a long-term substitute teacher at our school due to a colleague's medical leave. Initially tasked with teaching French humanities classes tailored for bilingual students across three different proficiency levels, Debora seamlessly integrated into our academic community.
Even after the original teacher returned, Debora willingly extended her commitment to our institution, readily stepping in to substitute for various colleagues as needed. This extended exposure allowed her to effectively teach both beginner and bilingual French classes, showcasing her adaptability and versatility in the classroom.
Beyond her pedagogical prowess, Debora consistently proved herself to be a dependable and present member of our faculty. Her willingness to take on diverse teaching assignments and her consistent delivery of high-quality instruction underscore her dedication to the educational growth and well-being of our students.View more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- 30 US$
Pack prices
- 5h: 130 US$
- 10h: 250 US$
online
- US$30/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Debora will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 45mins
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