This has been my fifth placement with Aliore and I feel very lucky as it has been one of my best. My host, the nicest a language assistant could wish for, welcomed me with grace and affection. I feel I have made a new good friend.
What made my placement great has been the perfect match between me as an English language tutor and my student host A.M. Both shared similar age and values, in essence, the desire to contribute to society and to have good quality social interactions. Convivial afternoons with her friends have been frequent.
I have enjoyed imparting my host regular ESL lessons. Her high motivation to learn English made my job easier and pleasant. She has actually expressed her satisfaction with the program which, as she said, has given her confidence in using the new language which in turn helped her improve her English language skills.
During my stay my host has offered me the opportunities to embark on educational excursions. Together we travelled to mediaeval cities outside Lyon, visited museums and places of cultural interest including the museum of the Lumière Brothers, French manufacturers of photography equipment, and earliest filmmakers.
My placement ended with being part of the wonderful celebration of the Basilica Our Lady of Fourvière, one of the major symbols of Lyon.
Whilst my placement has been wonderful, I regret one thing: having made little progress in improving my French.
Unlike previous experiences, on this occasion I did not find ways of practising French in a group setting outside the household, along with other ESL tutors . No doubt it has been my lack of confidence in seeking guidance with this particular issue.
I am truly grateful to my host and most of all to Soizick, the most wonderful founding member & manager of Aliore.
Her choice of placement has been perfect! Thank you so much Soizick, you are indeed the best! Thank you!
Lori, placed near Lyon
12/12/2022