Private French Lessons  ·  New York City

Petra Zanki

La langue française, maîtrisée avec élégance.

Online  ·  In-Person NYC  ·  All Levels

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17+ Years Teaching
Top 1% Nationally Ranked
Sorbonne Postgraduate Studies
MA French Language
Petra Zanki

À propos

Fluency that lasts,
taught by someone who lives it.

Petra is a French language teacher with a Master's degree in French and 17 years of experience teaching private lessons to students in France and in the US. She has lived in Paris, attended postgraduate studies at the Sorbonne, has family in Paris, and has a lifelong love of the language. She works with middle school, high school, university, and adult students, achieving excellent results. She has also tutored Math, Latin, and Chemistry in French!

In the United States, Petra has successfully tutored more than 230 students, logged over 2,500 hours, and ranks in the top 1% among 17,575 tutors for two consecutive years. She focuses on French conversation, grammar, reading, and writing, helping learners prepare for exams or raise their grades significantly in just a couple of months. She also prepares students for DELF and DALF certifications, including DELF Junior, with an 89–91% pass rate.

Petra would be happy to help you or your child master French and speak with confidence and joy — whether for school, work, leisure, or an upcoming trip to France.

Recognition

Top 1% nationally ranked
17+ years · Hundreds of students

Languages

French · English · Croatian

Based in

Brooklyn, New York City
Online sessions available

Every lesson tailored
to your exact goal.

Corporate & Professional

For executives, diplomats, and professionals — whether for international business, negotiations, presentations, or relocating to France. Practical, focused, and tailored to your world.

Children & Teenagers

Engaging, age-appropriate lessons for young learners at every level. Ideal for students in bilingual programs or preparing for AP French.

Exam Preparation

DELF, DALF, TEF, TCF, AP French, IB French. Structured, targeted preparation with past papers, oral practice, and exam strategy. Proven results at every certification level.

Conversation & Travel

For learners who want real-world fluency — to travel confidently, connect with Francophone culture, or simply speak without hesitation. Cultural context always included.

Investment

Clear, simple pricing.

Online

$90

per hour · via Zoom

  • One-on-one private session
  • Personalized lesson plan
  • Session notes & materials provided
  • Flexible scheduling
  • 36-hour cancellation policy

Package rates available for 5 or more sessions. Please inquire for corporate and group pricing.

What Students Say

Contact

Begin your first lesson.

I typically respond within 24 hours. First lessons are available online or in-person throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Location

Brooklyn, New York City
Online

Response Time

Within 24 hours

Languages of Instruction

French · English · Croatian