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I am a German and English native speaker and have been a teacher for 25 years. I specialize in the exam preparation for the Goethe Zertifikat or equivalent and have considerable experience with professionals, embassy staff and medical students. My method is simple: I make it real, I make it relevant and most of all, I make it fun! 

Hi there!

In my lessons I focus a lot on speaking skills, whether it is ad hoc conversation or set topics. Speaking is one of the hardest things to master in a foreign language, but also one of the most useful. Having said that, I always try to adapt to the needs of my students. I want to help you with the things that are important to you. Whether you prefer reading texts or books, listening to songs or watching videos, practicing for an exam or interview,... I am here to help you with your goals.

As a teacher I am very patient and want to make sure that my students really understand, before moving on. Everybody learns at their own pace and with their own style. Further I want you to feel at ease in my lessons. Only if you enjoy learning you will continue and succeed.

On grammar: as little as possible, as much as necessary :) I will introduce new grammar only if I feel you have trouble expressing yourself (oral or written) or have trouble understanding texts. However, if you are completely new to German, there is unfortunately no way around it. In any case, I can provide clear explanations to make German grammar easier to understand.

See you soon!

Jan

Do you want to learn how to communicate in German acccurately and with confidence, but without a lot of boring grammar exercises?

Or do you just want to talk, but constantly feel stressed when having a free conversation?

Or do you already speak German well and wonder how you can improve further?

Then I’m here to guide you on your way to success!

“I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” (Confucius)

Understanding and mastering are two completely different things. Therefore, it is not my goal to explain a lot, but to make you USE grammar structures and new words in a systematic way.

What to expect

• Lessons tailored to your personal needs in a relaxed learning atmosphere
• You will speak a lot.
• You will receive feedback, corrections and examples in google docs.
• You will practice grammar and new words systematically in a natural conversation.
• You will also have the option to train reading, writing and listening as well as doing homework.
• You will be encouraged to say things in different ways in order to broaden your vocabulary.
• You will focus on practice, not on theory.
• You will have the possibility to work with interactive software – for students who take at least 1 – 2 lessons a week and want to do homework.

I'm looking forward to meeting you!

Hey there!

Do you want to travel to Germany or communicate in everyday life?

Do you need a language certificate or do you maybe want to apply for a job?

I can offer you help with:

• individual lesson plan tailored to your interests and goals
• structured lessons with focus on applied language 
• classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced students of all ages and nationalities 
• working on specific vocabulary, grammatical issues and pronunciation with as few accents as possible
• exercises from online resources and textbooks specifically for different levels of language
• fun and challenging lessons 
• homework, if you want 

I'm an experienced German teacher from Berlin who speaks German, English and Spanish fluently. 

My first teaching experience was in Perú, where I started to teach German as a foreign language to children in a social project. 

I have 6 years of experience teaching German to students of different ages and levels from all over the world.

Hope to see you soon!

We can discuss travel, politics, the cities we live in, art, culture, the news, your job, your dreams and goals - anything :) I will adjust to your level (B1 and up) so that you don't feel overwhelmed. Language learning should be fun! 

Corrections and suggestions will be provided in the chat box. (this is not a grammar class though so explanations will be kept brief to focus on the conversation and improving fluency.

Given my background as a Communications Director at a global company I'm also happy to include business topics if that's of interest to you. 

My classes are NOT for beginners. As it is a conversation class, you must be able to hold at least a basic conversation (A2 level or higher)

I look forward to talking with you! :)

Hallo!

I offer:

• Lessons focused on all skills, speaking and grammar, or speaking only - depending on your goals
• German songs playlist for my students :)
• Zoom Business Account
• Professional materials for all levels
• Focus on everyday situations
• Conversation classes
• Detailed feedback
• Business German
• Test preparation
• Homework

My teaching style:

• Well-structured
• Student-focussed
• Encouraging, interactive and fun
• Maximising your speaking/active time
• Writing notes, correcting sentences together step-by-step
• Clear explanations and synonyms in German or precise translations into English
• Deductive: Encountering language before learning grammar, learning words from context
• Positive & constructive feedback: You learn a lot in every lesson (even if you are already advanced)

About me:

• Qualified and enthusiastic German & English teacher
• Bachelor's and master's degree in teaching German & English
• 17+ years teaching experience, including more than 3 years fully online
• Native with accent-free standard German
• I also speak English at C2 level and French (A2).
• Very experienced in teaching to all levels, including complete beginners
• Experienced in teaching for test preparation, living in a German-speaking country, holidays/just for fun, StoryLearning speaking activities
• I also work for an online language school.
• I take French lessons, so I can still personally relate to what it's like to learn a foreign language.
• Very reliable and consistent, professional set up - I've only had to reschedule fewer than 10 lessons in 3+ years.

Trial Lesson:

• We introduce ourselves (you can choose whether in English or German)
• Why would you like to learn German?
• What are your preferred ways of learning? Is there anything you would like to improve in particular?
• What are your hobbies?
• We learn some German and you get to see the materials I usually use.
• More information/time for questions (such as Google Drive and homework)

Book your trial lesson now if you would like to take the first step towards improving your German :)

I'm excited to meet you and to support you on this adventure!

Bis bald,

Elisabeth

I am a German native speaker from Austria who loves languages and am passionate about teaching others. I work as language teacher in a school, teach adults at the German Culture Center and prepare my students for all types of official language exams. I love my job and always seek to make it as much fun as possible.

I am adapting my way of teaching to the needs and the personality of my students. We can build up your vocabulary and speaking capacities, work on your written expression or on your general understanding. You want a conversation class to practice the language or build up your knowledge in Grammar? Or perhaps you have a language exam to pass. Or is it perhaps your child that wants to learn a language while playing? You want to improve your German while learning more about the German speaking countries? You need someone who is motivating you to keep up our learning journey?

I have experience in teaching people from very different cultural background, different ages and different levels. I would love to get to know you during our trial lesson, so that we can come up with a tailored plan for you.

Hi!

I’m a native German speaker and qualified coach with over 20 years of experience helping students of all ages and levels learn German. After living in the UK for 27 years, I’m now back in Germany, blending cultural insights from both worlds to help you master the language.

**Making German Fun and Accessible**

I’ve worked with students from around the globe, many whose first language isn’t English or German. I excel at breaking down German grammar into simple, easy-to-understand lessons. If you’re moving to a German-speaking country, I can guide you through those cultural quirks, making your transition smoother for you and your family.

**Personalized Lessons and Coaching**

Learning German should be fun and fit into your life seamlessly. As a qualified coach, I’ll show you not just how to learn German, but how to learn effectively. Whether you’re studying for exams, expanding your business contacts, or brushing up before a holiday, I’ll create a lesson plan that suits your goals. We’ll regularly review your progress together to stay on track.

**Helping You Succeed**

All of my students who’ve pursued German certification (from A1 to C1) have passed with flying colors. I’m here to support you, especially if you’re feeling stuck, nervous, or have had trouble learning in the past. My coaching approach builds confidence and helps you overcome challenges.

**Experience with Diverse Learners**

I’m experienced in working with neurodivergent students, tailoring my methods to ensure everyone can achieve their best.

**Flexible Rates**

My rates are a starting point, flexible to your specific needs and lesson goals. I aim to provide the best value based on what you want to achieve.

**Let’s Get Started**

If you’re ready to dive into learning German in a fun and supportive way, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your goals perfectly and helps you get the most out of your language learning journey.

Hello and welcome to my profile!

About me
I’m a native German speaker and a passionate language teacher. I completed my Master’s in German as a Foreign Language at Philipps-Universität Marburg (Germany) and also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Musicology, and German Language & Literature.

I’ve worked at various educational institutions and completed an advanced training program at the Goethe-Institut, where I currently train German teachers.

Over the past few years, I’ve specialized in online German teaching and have supported learners from all around the world. I also have extensive experience in exam preparation (Goethe-Zertifikat, TestDaF, fide ...) and would be happy to help you achieve your certification goals.

What you can expect
Your lessons will be tailored to your specific needs and may include:

• A structured lesson plan 📋
• Lesson documentation 📑
• Homework assignments ✏️
• Modern textbooks 📚
• Self-learning materials 🧠
• Grammar explanations 📖
• Systematic vocabulary training 🗣️
• Pronunciation coaching 🎤
• Insights into German music, literature & culture 🎶
• Regular conversation practice 🗨️
• Corrections and constructive feedback ✅
• A relaxed and motivating learning atmosphere 🌟
• Fun and enjoyment in the learning process 😄

Trial lesson
What are your learning objectives? Which aspects would you like to focus on?
Book a free trial lesson and let’s go over any questions you have!

I look forward to guiding you on your language-learning journey!

Hello! My name is Hilda. 

I studied to teach German (DaF teacher) at the Goethe Institute in Munich, as I am also a foreign language correspondent.

I am experienced in teaching people of all ages and all levels for many years.

I offer: 

Individual, personalized lessons and tailor-made materials for each lesson

Your own clear presentation of the lesson

Your own access to the homework page

Access to an interactive software

Lots of conversation

Exam preparation (A1 - C1), with so far 100% success

Book downloads

Guidance through the German cultural characteristics and customs

Flexibility in price and time

I catch nervousness with a pinch of humor

See you soon :-)