A French professional with mastery and a tutor dedicated to growth
My name is Nnaemeka Odikamnoro
Here’s a quick look at my strengths as both a French professional and a dedicated tutor.
Professional
• Precision in every task
• Strong sense of quality
• Elegant problem-solving
• Reliable and consistent
Tutor
• Clear, structured guidance
• Patient and supportive
• Focused on real progress
• Makes learning engaging
Experience
French Instructor
Graybridge Malkam, Ottawa, Canada
Feb 2023 - Present (2500+ hours)
Teach French to Canadian government employees across beginner, intermediate, and
advanced levels
French Teaching Assistant
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
2022-2024
• Assisted professors with classroom instruction, graded assignments, and provided
academic support to students.
• Facilitated student engagement in remote/in-person classes.
French Research Assistant
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
2022-2024
Transcribed over 1500 minutes of French audio and video files with high efficiency,
accuracy, and in a timely manner.
Education
Master of Arts in French
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
September 2022 – July 2024
• Major: French
• CGPA: 3.7 (83.3%)
Instructional Skills Workshop
UBC Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology, Vancouver, BC, Canada
November 2023
• Learner-centered approach to teaching
• Art of giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Use of Active learning techniques and teaching models (BOPPPS & CARD models)
Bachelor of Arts in French
Alex-Ekwueme Federal University, Abakaliki, Nigeria
July 2019
• Major: French
• Distinction: First Class Honours, GPA: 4.55 (Evaluated to 3.72 on 4-point scale, WES)
• Awards: Best Graduating Student in the Department of English and Foreign Languages
Current Engagements
French Language Teacher
Graybridge Malkam, Ottawa, Canada
Providing French language instruction to public servants at all proficiency levels — from beginner to advanced. Delivering engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons that support professional development and build confidence in real-world communication.
Pedagogical Advisor – French for Public Servants
Verbal Link Institute (Canada)
Advising on French language training programs for public service professionals. Supporting curriculum development, instructional methods, and learning strategies to ensure high-quality, practical, and professional French language acquisition.
Executive Board Member
British Columbia Black Advocacy Society (BCBAS), BC, Canada
Serving on the executive board with responsibility for bilingual communications and French–English translation. Supporting community advocacy, organizational messaging, and inclusive communication across programs.
Festina Lente / Momento Mori
About two weeks ago, I found myself at a special kind of event—a film premiere, but not the usual red-carpet spectacle. This one was for Festina Lente, an art-history document
Why I Created My French–English Professional & Tutor Portfolio
Launching this portfolio marks an important step in my journey as both a French professional and a dedicated tutor. For years, I have worked across disciplines that require precisi
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