Our Team

With a background in Diplomacy and International Studies, Alexandre began his career at the Canadian and Haitian embassies in Venezuela before transitioning to French language education. He has since taught and coordinated educational programs in Venezuela, Mexico, and Canada, working with Alliances Françaises in Caracas, Monterrey, and Manitoba.
He holds a Master’s degree in Didactics and Management of FLE/FLS from the Université des Antilles. Passionate about innovative teaching and the richness of Francophone cultures, Alexandre strives to make language learning a dynamic, inclusive experience that opens doors to the diverse world of French-speaking communities.

Born in Normandy, Valentine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Language Sciences from the University of Caen Normandy, as well as a Master’s degree (with honors) in Sociolinguistics, Management and Educational Policy of Multilingualism from the University of Montpellier, France.
She spent three years in Munich, Germany, working for the AEFE French Elementary school of Munich, before moving to Dallas, Texas in 2023. In Texas, she has served as a bilingual teacher at Wimbish World Language Academy and contributed to the Arlington Independent School District by developing the French curriculum for grades K–6. Her dedication and excellence in teaching have been recognized through several prestigious awards, including Elementary Teacher of the Month for the Arlington district (March 2025), Texas PTA Elementary Teacher of the year 2024-2025 and PBIS Teacher of the Year for the 2024–2025 academic year.

Born in Dallas, Texas, Angel's commitment to cultural understanding is deeply rooted in his bilingual Spanish/English upbringing. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Art and Entertainment Technologies, a Minor in French, and a Certificate in Design Strategies from the University of Texas at Austin, where he also served as Chair and Budget and Assessment Officer of the Mexican-American Culture Committee. His passion for languages and cultural exchange was further ignited by his 2018 study abroad experience in Aix-en-Provence, France. Angel joined the Alliance Française team as Office Manager in August 2024, bringing his diverse background and skills to support the organization's mission.

Born in Corsica, Eric worked in the fashion retail sector for almost 20 years. In his early forties, he decided to take a new turn in his life and moved to Lima, Peru. Soon after his arrival, he attended the Initial French Teacher Training in the Alliance Française de Lima where he taught then for 6 years. He obtained all the DELF and DALF certifications between 2012 and 2017. After moving to Dallas in 2018, he has been working as a teacher at the Alliance Française of Dallas since then. He later joined the administrative team at the beginning of 2019 as Program Coordinator Assistant. In February 2022, he transitioned and took over the Exam Coordinator position.

Born in Marseille (France), Celine has been teaching French for almost 6 years. She started working at l’Alliance Française de Dallas in 2018, when she moved to Texas. She holds a Master’s Degree in teaching from Aix-en-Provence University. She’s crazy about traveling, discovering new cultures, and meeting new people.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Languages, with a specialization in French Language, obtained from the University of Letters and Foreign Languages in Algeria. I also completed a higher education teaching training program, equivalent to a Master’s level (M1) in French.

With 14 years of experience in higher education, I worked as a lead teacher at the high school level, where I also assumed responsibilities as a pedagogical coordinator and grader for the national baccalaureate examinations.

I have also worked in the United States at the Academic Learning Experience Center as a lead teacher. I am currently continuing my professional journey at the Alliance Française, where I bring my expertise and passion for teaching to learners.

My name is Charlotte Ahanmisi, and I was born in Yaoundé, Cameroon. I hold a Diploma in French as a Foreign Language (FLE) from the Université de Clermont-Ferrand (Auvergne), which qualified me to teach French to non-native speakers.

I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and have specialized training in Inclusive Classroom methods and techniques. This academic background, combined with my experience as an FLE teacher, has enabled me to foster significant improvements in students’ French proficiency. Notably, I achieved 100% measurable progress among English-speaking children at the Lycée Français Louis Pasteur.

I strongly believe in innovative and student-centered teaching approaches. By creating supportive learning environments—such as integrating inclusive classroom strategies and play corners—I have consistently helped students build confidence and succeed. I also adapt my teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, leading to excellent results in exam preparation, including DELF and DALF, the official French language proficiency diplomas.

Massa is a French teacher with over two years of teaching experience. She completed a certified training program in Teaching French as a Foreign Language (FLE) through CAVILAM – Alliance Française.

Raised and educated in France, Massa also spent three years studying in Lebanon before completing the remainder of her education in France. She recently relocated to Dallas, United States.

She completed a teaching internship at CY Cergy Paris University, as well as several teaching internships in primary schools in Paris, where she gained valuable classroom experience working with young learners.

I was born and raised in France and have had the chance to live in Germany, England, and, since 2013, the United States. Traveling has always been an important part of my life, and I have explored many countries across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. I truly consider myself a global citizen and love meeting people from all over the world, discovering new cultures, and sharing languages and experiences.

I hold a DAEFLE diploma and joined the Alliance Française of Dallas in 2019. Teaching there allows me to share my passion for the French language, as well as for my country and its culture, with people from diverse backgrounds.

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Violaine Barthélemy Mwez comes from Nantes, France, and lived in Paris for fifteen years. There, she studied art history at the École du Louvre, earning both her BA and MA, and worked in several museums as well as in the art market. After moving to Dallas in 2023, she joined the Alliance Française of Dallas, where she leads Learn French Through Art workshops. Through thematic classes and guided museum tours, she offers an immersive approach to learning French, using art and history as tools to develop language skills while discovering French culture and heritage.

I am a French as a Foreign Language (FLE) teacher of Algerian nationality. I hold a baccalaureate in Foreign Languages and graduated from the École Normale Supérieure for the teaching of the French language, and I also hold a Master’s degree (Master 2).

I have been teaching French since 2018 to a wide range of learners, both children and adults. I have taught at the high school level in Algeria as well as internationally, notably in Dubai.

I adopt a communicative, supportive, and learner-centered teaching approach, tailored to the needs of each individual student.

Graduated in translation, I have built an extensive career in translation and interpretation across three languages. I have held translator positions at several newspapers and television channels, and have also worked for the European Union and Médecins Sans Frontières.

Holding both a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Language Teaching and a Bachelor's degree in Modern Languages, I taught languages until my move to Dallas in 2022. Since then, I have been teaching at the Alliance Française de Dallas and at the University of Texas at Dallas (from 2023 to 2025), while continuing my work as an interpreter.

My name is Zahra, and I’m delighted to be part of the Alliance Française community. I’m a multilingual international educator with a deep love for languages, culture, and teaching. With over a decade of experience in international education, I truly believe in the power of language to connect people across cultures. I speak Berber, French and English and am currently learning Spanish. I’m excited to share, learn, and celebrate the beauty of the French language and culture together.  

Born in Montauban (Occitanie), she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Languages, Economics and Business (English–Spanish) from the Institut Catholique de Toulouse, as well as a Master’s degree in Fashion Management from Mod’Art International Paris.
She lived in London (England) and spent ten years in Paris working in fashion retail before transitioning into teaching French as a foreign language. After obtaining the DAEFLE diploma, she began teaching at Alliance Française Dallas in 2023. She now lives in California.

My name is Cécile and I am a native French speaker. 
I dedicated my entire life teaching the beautiful French Language, starting with my own children.
I worked for the Alliance Française of la Nouvelle-Orléans before the Alliance Française de Dallas.
I also worked as a French teacher for a private high school in Plano, Tx.
I enjoy working with beginner  to advanced learners.
I am a certified DELF and TEF examinator.
Welcome to our wonderful school, can't wait to meet you!

Born in Lille (northern France), Patricia Fremaux holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the Catholic University of Lille. She moved to the United States in 2015, settling with her family in Frisco, Texas.

After obtaining the DAEFLE diploma in 2019, she began teaching French as a foreign language to children, teens, and adults across all proficiency levels.
Beyond the classroom, she has volunteered with Dallas Accueil and served as an art teacher at the Dallas Museum of Art, working with students from underserved schools to make arts education more accessible.

A global citizen and trained educator, Patricia is passionate about sharing the French language and Francophone culture with her students.

Right after Graduating from university of architecture and urbanism in Algeria (EPAU), me and my husband started an adventure in California and lived there for 22+years. Teaching French was the first job in the US, enjoyed doing it at Savoir faire in Redondo Beach! Seven years ago, we decided to move to Texas due to my husband‘s work and that’s when I made the decision to keep my job in California and work from home so I could enjoy my two awesome kids Rayan 16 and Lyna 14! They were the reason for me to join the amazing AF back in 2020 and it’s been one of my favorite time of the week getting away from the routine of the job, soccer, volleyball to enjoy the little kids and seeing the joy of them learning French. Love, teaching, traveling, designing, and most of all watching my kids play sports and growing super fast.

Zélie Jeanvoine (Olvera Irigoyen) is a French native speaker and dedicated French as a Foreign Language (FLE) instructor at the Alliance Française of Dallas, where she has been teaching since 2019. With more than 10 years of experience in language education, she enjoys guiding learners of all ages—children, teens, and adults—through their French learning journey, from beginner to advanced levels.
In addition to French, Zélie is also a qualified Spanish language instructor, holding a university degree in Hispanic and Latin American Studies, and has taught Spanish in schools and language programs in both France and the United States. Her trilingual background (French, Spanish, and English) allows her to anticipate learners’ challenges and build meaningful bridges between languages.
Zélie creates a warm, encouraging classroom atmosphere that emphasizes communication, confidence, and cultural discovery. She is a certified DELF examiner and corrector and is currently completing a Master’s degree in Language Sciences and FLE, continually enriching her teaching practice to better support her students.
Passionate about languages and intercultural exchange, Zélie is committed to making French accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for every learner at the Alliance Française of Dallas.

I hold a Master’s degree from the University of Panthéon-Sorbonne in Paris and previously worked in the financial sector in both Paris and Nice.
Driven by my passion for literature and academia, I later pursued a career as a French foreign language teacher after moving from France to the United States. I have been teaching at the Alliance Française of Dallas since 2018.

Gigi Kuhn is a global citizen, a trained teacher, and passionate about the French language and Francophone culture. Born in Saigon, she grew up in Paris, studied in Montreal, and worked in London. Her family lives in Nantes, France. Trilingual, French is her first language. Although she has lived in Chicago since 2000, Paris will always be her hometown. In Chicago, Gigi has had a distinguished career teaching French to children, teens, and adults, from beginner to advanced levels. She has also received two major awards from the American Association of Teachers of French (regional 2015, national 2024).

Born in Normandy, Valentine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Language Sciences from the University of Caen Normandy and a Master’s degree with honors in Sociolinguistics, Management, and Educational Policy of Multilingualism from the University of Montpellier, France.

She has extensive experience teaching French as a foreign language, including a year in 2019 dedicated to supporting refugees in France. Valentine also spent three years in Munich, Germany, teaching at the AEFE French Elementary School of Munich, before moving to Dallas, Texas in 2023.

In Texas, she has worked as a bilingual teacher at Wimbish World Language Academy and contributed to the Arlington Independent School District by developing the French curriculum for grades K–6. Her commitment to fostering multilingual education and her excellence in teaching have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including Elementary Teacher of the Month for the Arlington district (March 2025), Texas PTA Elementary Teacher of the Year (2024–2025), and PBIS Teacher of the Year (2024–2025).

Born in Lorient (Brittany, France), Isabelle holds a master degree in education from the University of Brittany.Her teacher’s journey began as a high school teacher in Paris, France and has spanned the past two decades across different countries and schools. After living four years in China and four years in Finland, she settled with her family in Dallas,Texas in 2012. She has been teaching at the Alliance Française of Dallas for more than 6 years. She is also a DELF, TEF and DFP examiner.
Isabelle loves traveling and building connections with people by sharing the French language and culture.

A fervent francophile, Rob has lived in Digne-les-Bains and Hyères in the south of France and has traveled extensively throughout the francophone world. He has a B.A. (Hons) in French Language & Literature from the University of Liverpool, a post-graduate certificate for teaching Modern Languages from the University of Lancaster and an M.A. in Romance Languages from the University of New Orleans.
A teacher at AF Dallas since 2019, Rob has taught French in England and currently teaches French and Spanish at Fort Worth Country Day. He is also the Regional Representative for the AATF, having served as President of the North Texas chapter.
Along with being a passionate soccer fan and coach, Rob is renowned for his knowledge and enthusiasm for the French language and francophone culture. He looks forward to helping you on your French-learning journey!

Eric was born in Corsica and completed his higher education in Aix-en-Provence at the University of Letters and Human Sciences of Provence, where he obtained a DEUG in Langues étrangères aplliquées  with a specialization in Anglo-American Literature and Civilization. From the outset, languages and cultures were at the heart of his academic interests.
His professional journey began abroad, in the Netherlands, where he spent a year working for a contemporary dance company—an experience that sharpened his sense of intercultural communication and creativity.This was followed by an 18-year career in the ready-to-wear fashion industry, with professional experience in both Switzerland and Belgium.
In his early forties, he chose to return to his original calling: teaching. This turning point led him to South America and, more specifically, to Lima, Peru, where he spent nearly seven years teaching French as a Foreign Language to adult and teenage learners at the Alliance Française. Alongside his teaching duties, he was actively involved in social and educational programs supported by the Peruvian Ministry of Education, such as Beca Excelencia Internacional Francia and Beca Presidente de la República. During this period, he also had the opportunity to contribute to the filming of a Destination Francophonie report broadcast on TV5 Monde in January 2016.
For the past eight years, Texas has been his home. He has been teaching French with great enthusiasm at the Alliance Française of Dallas for more than seven years, working in both general and professional French (FLE–FOS). He is a certified DELF/DALF and TEF examiner and marker, and since mid-2024, he has also been serving  as a trainer for DELF–DALF examiners. Altogether, his teaching career now spans nearly 15 years.
Beyond the classroom, he enjoys learning foreign languages, playing tennis, gardening, and reading Spanish and Latin American literature. He also has a strong interest in contemporary history and selected periods of French history. Alongside his professional career, he spent many years involved in amateur theatre, performing both classical repertoire and boulevard theatre, an experience that continues to inform his approach to teaching and communication.

I am Florence, a French expatriate for 15 years. I hold a degree and have been teaching French as a Foreign Language (FLE) for 10 years. I have been working at the Alliance Française of Dallas since 2017.

Isaline Sauvage is originally from Belgium, but her career has truly taken her all over the world. She worked for many years in international companies, which gave her a deep appreciation for global perspectives and multicultural experiences.
She lived in Ghana for almost ten years — an experience she describes as both enriching and unforgettable. Isaline is married and has an adorable little girl.
In 2019, she decided to formalize her passion for teaching by obtaining her DAEFLE certification to teach French as a foreign language. She loves sharing her knowledge and building connections through language. Her teaching experience has primarily focused on adults, offering private lessons and working with international companies and embassies. Known for maintaining excellent relationships with her students, Isaline is always eager to meet people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Véronique was born in France. In 1986, she moved to the United States to pursue marketing studies at the University of San Francisco. In 1997, she relocated to Dallas with her husband and their two daughters.

Her professional journey led her to work at Berlitz for four years, followed by a position at an English language school affiliated with the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville.

After returning to Dallas in 2021, she reconnected with the French language and now enjoys supporting Alliance students in their journey to learn French.