Our Team

 Mme Nellie 

Mme Nellie is a certified primary/elementary teacher, having completed her studies in Ottawa and Montreal. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Mme Nellie's focus is on the social and emotional well-being of each student in order for optimal learning to take place. She recently moved to Newfoundland from Montreal and is teaching full time at École des Grands-Vents in St. John's.

In her free time, she loves hiking the beautiful trails with her family and dog, spending time by the ocean, and practicing yoga. She is available to tutor K-4 French Immersion or Core French students in French language studies, K-6 English general studies as well as homework support/study organization.

Mme Grace 

Mme Grace is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts with a major in French at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Certified with a B2 level DELF certificate, she is dedicated to pursuing a career as a French primary/elementary educator as she is passionate about fostering a love for language and learning in young students. In addition to her academic pursuits, Mme Grace enjoys spending her spare time gardening, camping, and indulging in her love for reading. 

Mme Grace is available for virtual and in-person tutoring at our Paradise office. 

Mme Lauren 

Mme Lauren Wiseman is completing her final year of a Bachelor of Arts at Memorial University with a major in French and a minor in physiology. Passionate about supporting students, she tailors her approach to meet individual needs and has completed the DELF B certification.

She loves helping her students with French reading, writing, and communication, and enjoys sharing her passion for the language with children. In her spare time, she loves hiking and baking.

Mme Lauren offers tutoring online and in person at our Paradise office.

Mme Kendra

Mme Kendra is a university student currently completing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Biology at Memorial University of Newfoundland. She is from Cameroon and has a bilingual background in both French and English. She is dedicated in pursuing a career in medicine with a specialty in Paediatrics. She loves working with children and enjoys being able to assist others throughout their French learning journey.

Mme Jenna 

Mme Jenna is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a major in French and a minor in Psychology. It's her intention to apply to the Faculty of Education at Memorial University and become a French teacher. In her spare time, Mme Jenna enjoys playing  volleyball and swimming. She decided to become a tutor at French For Life because she understands how frustrating and discouraging it can be to not understand something in school.  She finds it very rewarding to help her students feel better about themselves academically. 

Mme Jenna is available for online or in-person tutoring at our office in Paradise. 

Mme Ava

Mme Ava is a student at Memorial University who is actively involved with the Cercle Français. She enjoys working with students of all ages and can't wait to support your child in their French studies! 

Mme Emma 

Mme Emma is currently working on a Bachelor of Arts with a French major at Memorial University, in hopes of becoming a French teacher! She loves working with kids and  for her, the most rewarding thing is to see their faces light up when they grasp a new task. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, volleyball, and watching hockey! 

Mme Katherine 

Mme Katherine brings over 20 years of experience teaching in both Junior High Late and Early French Immersion. She understands the challenges students face and is passionate about supporting their success.

She holds DELF B2 certification and a Master of Education in French Second-Language Learning from Université Sainte-Anne. Currently, she teaches high school français and sciences humaines and especially enjoys working with grades 5–8 to build confidence in French.

Outside the classroom, she loves walking her dog and caring for her three cats and two axolotls.

 M.Spencer 

Spencer is a third-year student at Memorial University of Newfoundland, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and French. He has been studying French since the fourth grade and has developed a strong appreciation for both the language and French culture.

Outside of his studies, Spencer enjoys reading, playing the piano and guitar, and spending quality time with his friends and family.

Mme Lilyana

Lilyana is a senior at Holy Spirit High School and an Early French Immersion student. Passionate about helping others, she volunteers through student council, Relay for Life, and local fundraisers.

As a junior tutor and instructor for the French Buddy Reading Program, Lilyana is excited to support students in developing their French reading and communication skills while sharing her love of the language.