Position
French Teacher
Degrees
B.A. Economics, University of Virginia
B.A. French Language and Literature, University of Virginia
B.A. Music, University of Alabama at Birmingham
M.A French Education, University of Alabama at Birmingham
I have been teaching for over 20 year to learners of all ages, including adult professionals. Most of my career has been spent with college students, but I especially enjoy the humor, creativity, and spunk of middle and high school students!
“I am thrilled when students understand French in an authentic context such as a website, film, or song. It’s that “ah ha” moment for them!” she said.
I was born in Birmingham, AL. My childhood was filled with fond family memories and I was fortunate to have been given the gift of travel at an early age. My parents first took me to France at age 16, a trip that changed my life!
MORE ABOUT MRS. BOND
Favorites: I love Latin cuisine (pass the guac!), and of course French cuisine, too! You can often find our family cooking up something in the kitchen! I am passionate about tennis and play weekly. I enjoy watching my children play soccer, basketball, and doing tumbling.
Describe yourself today: As a student with a passion for travel and new places, I never thought I would live in Birmingham where I grew up. However, I married my brother’s best friend, and we have been back in Birmingham for many years. I wouldn’t have it any other way! We are blessed with three wonderful children and maintain an active lifestyle with sports, travel, and time with family and friends.
Three words describe you best? Active, passionate, creative
If you could pursue a different career, what would it be? I have always been and will always be a teacher! But, if I had to choose something different, I would be an interior designer.
What is your most treasured possession? My engagement ring that belonged to my husband’s great-grandmother.
What is your top bucket list item? I want to attend all four of the major professional tennis tournaments – so far I have been to the U.S. Open.
If you could meet anyone, who would you want to meet? Why? My late father-in-law. He was a wonderful man that I never got to know!
What would others be surprised to learn about you? (unusual hobbies or skills?) I am a classical trained pianist but am quite out of practice!