WHERE HAVE YOU LIVED IN THE WORLD?

I was born in Tehran, Iran, and lived there until coming to Toronto.

WHAT HAVE YOU STUDIED? HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A TEACHER?

I have a Masters in French studies and translation. I have been teaching since 2010.

WHAT LANGUAGES DO YOU SPEAK?

I speak Persian, French, and English.

WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU ARE REALLY GOOD AT?

I’m particularly skilled at using theatre, storytelling, role-play, games, and performance to make language learning engaging and meaningful. With my background in theatre, including directing and working with actors, I can also write French plays and create, adapt, direct, and coach theatrical performances in French.

I’m passionate about learning different languages, linguistics, and etymology. I’m also very good at connecting with people and adapting my teaching style and methods to the individual needs, personalities, and learning goals of my students.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU AREN’T AT SCHOOL?

Outside of school, I enjoy translating plays between French and Persian, attending theatre performances, and taking part in French-language theatre projects as a director and actor.

I’m passionate about arts and cultural projects, connecting with people from different backgrounds, and discovering different cultures through language, theatre, and cultural exchange.

WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU?

If you knew me really well, you would know that I’m naturally curious and can talk for hours about languages, theatre, and different cultures. I’m also someone who loves turning everyday experiences into stories and creative learning activities.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MOST FAVOURITE THINGS?

I’m passionate about cinema, the Francophone world and its diverse cultures, and the role of art and culture in bringing people together.