Antoine M.

Experienced French instructor with a strong background in teaching various levels of language proficiency and cultural understanding. Skilled in verbal and written communication, document translation, and research. Seeking to leverage expertise in language education as Adjunct Faculty, French to contribute to academic excellence and student development.

French Instructor at International Language Institute (2024-04 – Present)

• Instructing beginning, intermediate and advanced groups and private French lessons
• All levels and diverse backgrounds

French Teacher at University Academy (Charter School) (2020-08 – 2021-06)

• Teaching, evaluating and grading five sections of the French language (HS 9 -12 French 4; French I & 2; MS French 7- 8)
• Language, pronunciation, grammar and culture

Adjunct Faculty, French at Virginia Commonwealth University (2018-12 – 2020-12)

School of World Studies

• Teaching two sections of French: Elementary French (Fren 101-001) and Fren 102: Language survival basics-Pronunciation, French Culture, language and grammar
• Conversation and Film (Fren 307-001 and Fren 305-001 advanced conversation): Learning the French language and culture through movies, reading, speaking writing, and listening
• Conversation skills and vocabulary development through short poems and selected topics

Bilingual Associate Instructor III at International Academy (2015-02 – 2018-06)

• Translating education material for non-English speakers, editing and communicating with refugee parents
• Supporting (with interpretation service) teachers in their interactions with ESL parents
• Conducting office counseling for newcomers, communicating students' progress
• Managing the boys' soccer program as a head coach

Public Relations Officer at Cabinet du Candidat P. Lissouba (1992-01 – 1997-01)

• Edited and updated promotional material and publications (political brochures, videos, social media posts et.)
• Prepared and distributed press releases
• Organized PR events( open days, press conferences), and served as the candidate's spokesperson
• Sought opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising
• Addressed inquiries from the media and other parties
• Tracked media coverage and followed industry trends

Relations Officer at Presidential Office (1997-10 – 2004-06)

• Wrote press releases
• Arranged VIP interviews, wrote speeches, was in charge of social media content
• Communicated with press and media representatives
• Made people be aware of the reasons (VIP was overthrown) through specific events toward the local press and the public

Master's degree in French language and literature – University of Louisville (2015-12)

Master's degree in International Public Relations – University ULB (2004-06)