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Private German, English or Italian lessons for all ages

From 105 C$ /h

As a qualified teacher of German, English and Italian, I offer a simple and effective method that has already proven successful for more than 500 students.
Take a lesson with me to see for yourself!
I am a 28-year-old Swiss man of Italian origin who loves foreign languages. I lived for many years in the United States and Germany where I taught French, and I have spoken English for over twenty years.
I am a CELTA graduate and have taught English, German and French in language schools in Rome and Berlin, among other places.
I am very friendly and patient, and I love teaching. My lessons are tailored to my students' needs, and I give them the necessary tools so they can progress quickly and confidently.

Extra information

I am very familiar with the school curriculum.

I also have my own books but I have nothing against working with your material.

Location

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Around Lausanne, Switzerland

At teacher's location :

Place de la Riponne, Lausanne, Switzerland

Place de la Riponne, Lausanne, Switzerland

About Me

I am a language teacher for many years. I had the opportunity to teach abroad and in several language schools. I propose a simple and adapted method that has proved effective for more than a hundred students. Try me and you will not regret it!

Education

I am a professional language teacher with many years of experience. I lived in the US for many years and taught hundreds of years in Berlin, Rome and the USA.

Experience / Qualifications

Berlin, Rome and the USA. I have had over a hundred students and I hope to help as many students as I can.

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Italian

German

Skills

English

English for adults

School

English as a second language (esl)

German

School

German for adults

Italian

School

Italian for adults

Reviews

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Loïc

4.25

(16)

I help people from primary to gymnasium improve their proficiency level in french at writting and speaking. And because i have a background in Engeneering studies i can also help in Mathematics and physics.

Same goes with adults willing to learn french and for those who needsto start with the basics in English

Elise

4.25

(16)

With a university degree in German language and literature (Master of Arts in German with a specialization in medieval languages and literature) and solid experience, I offer private German lessons for all levels and all age groups.
My courses are designed to be adapted to the age, level and specific needs of each individual. They aim to introduce the language, consolidate concepts, fill gaps, and prepare for exams (ECR 8P, compulsory school leaving certificates, entrance exams for gymnasiums, maturity and university exams, Goethe Zertifikat up to B2).

Specifics for academic support:

Since this is primarily a long-term endeavor, I emphasize methodology by taking the time to "learn how to learn" effectively: every exercise is explained in detail, which may make its execution slower. Quality takes precedence over quantity in order to achieve optimal results over time.
Students bring their own course materials (notebooks, textbooks, tablets and/or computers, dictionaries, assessments...).
Another important point: in order for my help to be beneficial, it is necessary that the student provides regular personal work between lessons. This essentially involves rereading your notes, repeating exercises similar to those carried out together or even moving forward in learning vocabulary.

Specifics for conversation classes:

The topics are based on interests and/or specific needs for exam preparation. I attach particular importance to pronunciation, fluency and vocabulary. I usually correct at the end of a conversation exercise with detailed feedback, in order to avoid any blockages and to work on fluency. Depending on the level of the students and/or their expectations (exam preparations/assessments/desire for improvement for example), I work on the choice of appropriate words, grammatical accuracy, the ability to formulate more or less complex sentences.

Specifics for exam preparation:

The courses offer to acquire solid tools to learn to write, to comment on literary texts and a methodology to work on oral comprehension. The student must bring their own exam preparation brochure, available in all bookstores. For Goethe Institute model exams, the exam books from Cornlesen are particularly suitable. The other alternative would be to download and print before the start of the course a copy of the Goethe Institute exam available on the institute's website.

Specifics for listening comprehension:

I primarily use audiovisual materials downloaded from the Deutsche Welle website, which offers a variety of recordings suitable for all levels, with a very practical approach. Over time, students not only gain fluency in listening comprehension but also enrich their basic vocabulary through exercises. I also work with the Goethe-Institut's oral tests to familiarize them with spoken language.

Specifics for written expression work:

I begin by explaining in the first lesson some methodological tools to acquire writing skills. The student has the opportunity to start writing during the course or do a writing exercise on duty and give it to me to correct (send by email or at the beginning of the next lesson). The corrections are explained in detail. In addition, at the time of booking, the student can send me a draft copy before the lesson so that I can meet his needs even more quickly.

Besides my presence with the student, every lesson involves preparation time before and after, particularly for the assignments I correct. My goal is to design an individualized course, so I take the necessary time to write detailed comments in my corrections or offer advice to maximize each student's success.
In addition, each student can contact me at any time outside of class by email if necessary.

Feel free to contact me for more information, and I look forward to supporting you in your learning. 😊

Kevin

4.25

(16)

I offer you a new learning experience.

The focus is on practical application and theory is only introduced where intuition reaches its limits.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, my tailor-made lessons will accelerate your language acquisition in a positive learning environment.

You can book a complete course with regular sessions or individual lessons to overcome a specific problem, such as pronunciation or a particular point in grammar.

Learning a foreign language is not a linear process that consists of memorising a list of words, and speaking a foreign language is not an oral translation exercise.

There are two types of approaches to acquiring knowledge:

When asked what year follows 1999, you can immediately answer 2000 without having to think for a long time and, above all, without having memorised each number individually, starting with 1, 2, 3 ... You know that numbers are formed according to a certain pattern. With only ten digits, you can form an infinite number of numbers and always know which number comes next.

When it comes to the alphabet, words and sentences, it's more or less the same, but school pedagogy, school textbooks and regular lessons still follow the rote learning approach. In the lessons I propose, you will learn to use patterns because this is more efficient and faster.

Learning is easy, but unlearning bad habits is extremely difficult. This makes it all the more important to learn the right reflexes as early as possible.

My offer is aimed at both young people and adults who want to learn German or improve their knowledge without wasting time on nonsensical school methods.

I offer individual or group lessons for German. The methods are based on cognitive science and, in particular, comparative linguistics. My flexible programme can be tailored to your individual needs. The programme focuses on your independence in spontaneous conversations in real life.

What is particularly important to me:

motivating my students and help them establish a learning rhythm;
encouraging their creativity;
helping them become more familiar with the language;
teaching them the letters and their sounds;
strengthening their memory by training their phonological loop;
teaching sentence building plans instead of memorising sentences;
explaining how language works so that my students can become independent as quickly as possible.

I look forward to meeting you.

Julie

4.25

(16)

My classes are designed to help students with their homework, to help them prepare for a test by providing them with additional exercises to best guarantee their success.

I remain very attentive to my students by trying to give them all my help so that they can progress while keeping a good pace of work.

Isabelle

4.25

(16)

Active, playful, rigorous method.
We understand your needs, your strengths and weaknesses, we create a tailor-made program based on a learning strategy to make the material simple, obvious, accessible.

possibility to prepare specific exams, to catch up on something not understood, to deepen a subject, to have a good general level ... in all subjects.

Cedric

4.25

(16)

Conversational English, vocabulary and grammar, book club reading style. I will happily guide you through various conversational situations, interviews and shopping.

Anglais conversationnel, vocabulaire et grammaire, style de lecture de club de lecture. Je me ferai un plaisir de vous guider à travers diverses situations conversationnelles, interviews et achats.

Kalisto

4.25

(16)

Speaking English is an important skill for the modern working world. You can learn in a variety of ways whether by conversational practice, grammatical classes, or if you need, exam preparation. I can tailor the class to your language learning needs and we can discuss what you require from our classes. Do not hesitate to get in touch!

Elena

4.25

(16)

Let's learn Italian together! I'm here to help you learn useful grammar, vocabulary and phrases in an always relaxed and friendly atmosphere. My personalized lessons will help you reach your goals quickly!

Italian mother tongue, learning foreign languages has been my lifelong passion. My personalized lessons are designed to successfully achieve the objectives, thanks to the simultaneous development of the 4 foreign language learning skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Possibility of intensive courses in Italy.

For absolute beginners:
I have developed a PowerPoint course that we will follow. We will learn and practice all basic grammar, useful phrases and vocabulary.

For intermediate-advanced students:
In the first lesson, I will assess the level and then create a tailor-made program aimed at improving quickly. Before each lesson, I will prepare a file in GoogleDocs that we will follow in class.

For students with a specific objective:
Do you need to obtain a language certificate? Learn a specific subject? Studying business language? Let me know, I have a lot of resources and experience.

Natalia

4.25

(16)

Buongiorno a tutti e benvenuti!
A native Italian speaker, I am passionate about literature, poetry and travel.
I offer Italian language courses for all levels.
With children, the goal is for the student to feel comfortable, enjoy mastering the Italian language and work well.
With adults, we can work on both oral and written expression (grammar, spelling, vocabulary) according to your needs.
You can bring your own equipment or I will provide it depending on your level or that of your child.

Noreen

4.25

(16)

My name is Noreen, I'm a second-year bachelor's student at HEC Lausanne, and I tutor elementary school students. I'm passionate about sharing the many learning techniques I've developed, and I would be delighted to use them to help students progress with confidence. Patient and calm by nature, I don't hesitate to rephrase or re-explain concepts several times so that each student can understand at their own pace. Lessons can be conducted in either French or English, depending on your needs. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your goals!

Marion

4.25

(16)

I have always been passionate about the English language and obtained my Bachelor of Arts in English and American Literature in 2024. I am currently starting my Master's degree in English at the University of Lausanne.

From pure grammar to text explanation or analysis, I am the person you need to delve deeper and learn to love this language and the culture that goes with it.

Lili

4.25

(16)

HSK Course Description (Levels 2–5):

I offer structured and effective preparation for HSK Mandarin Chinese Levels 2 to 5, tailored to each student's level and goals. With extensive teaching experience, I am very familiar with the HSK syllabus, exam format, and key learning strategies.

My teaching approach focuses on:

Clear Progression by Level
Step-by-step learning from vocabulary and grammar to sentence structure and practical usage, ensuring a solid foundation at each level.
Exam-Oriented Training
Targeted practice with real HSK-style questions, including listening, reading, and writing, to help students improve accuracy and confidence.
Speaking & Practical Communication
I go beyond the textbook by incorporating real-life conversations, helping students use Chinese naturally and effectively.
Personalized Lessons
Each lesson is adapted to your pace and learning style, whether you aim to pass the exam, improve daily communication, or build long-term language skills.
Supportive & Encouraging Environment
I provide clear explanations, structured materials, and continuous feedback to ensure steady progress.

Whether you are preparing for an exam or starting your Chinese learning journey, you can feel confident learning with me. I will guide you step by step to achieve your goals.

Description of the HSK course (levels 2 to 5):

I offer structured and effective preparation for the HSK Mandarin Chinese exams, levels 2 to 5, tailored to each student's level and objectives. With extensive teaching experience, I have a thorough understanding of the HSK syllabus, exam format, and key learning strategies.

My teaching approach emphasizes:

A clear progression by level
A step-by-step learning process, from vocabulary and grammar to sentence structure and practical usage, guaranteeing a solid foundation at every level.
Exam-focused training
Targeted exercises with real HSK-type questions, particularly in listening comprehension, reading and writing, to help students improve their accuracy and confidence.
Oral expression and practical communication
I go beyond the textbook by incorporating everyday conversations, thus helping students to use Chinese naturally and effectively.
Personalized courses
Each course is tailored to your pace and learning style, whether you want to pass the exam, improve your communication skills, or...

Leila

4.25

(16)

Struggling with Italian or want to learn from scratch? Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to polish your skills, I can help.

🎓 Native Italian speaker
📚 Italian as a foreign language: all levels, all ages
🌍 Teaching in Italian, English, or French
📍 Lausanne, Switzerland: in-person or online

I am a native Italian speaker and I teach Italian to all ages and levels, from young children to adults, adapting every lesson to your goals and starting point.

Whether you want to learn Italian for travel, work, family reasons, or simply out of love for the language and culture, I will build a programme around what matters to you. Lessons can focus on conversation, grammar, reading, writing, or a mix: whatever you need.

For Italian-speaking families in the Lausanne area, I also offer support for children who need to maintain or strengthen their Italian alongside their schooling in French.

Sessions available in Italian, English, or French.

Ryan

4.25

(16)

A serious student in high school, I always felt comfortable in school, particularly in math, French, and English. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and have already helped classmates improve in these subjects.

I offer personalized support tailored to each student's needs: reviewing the school curriculum, homework help, test/exam preparation, or simply reinforcing the fundamentals. I adapt my method to each student's pace, with great patience. The goal is for the student to truly understand, not just memorize.

Available this summer and flexible with hours. Feel free to contact me to discuss your child's specific needs.

Berfin

4.25

(16)

Hello! / Bonjour ! / Ciao! / Merhaba!

Are you looking to improve your English for university, career advancement, school exams, or everyday conversation? I am here to help you reach your goals with personalized, engaging, and highly effective lessons.

I am a Master's student at UNIL, holding a BA in English Literature and the Cambridge CELTA certification. I have over 5 years of professional teaching experience working with children, teenagers, and adults across all language levels (A1 to C2).

Because I speak French, Italian, and Turkish, I understand how different native speakers learn English and also have difficulties learning it. I can easily explain tricky grammar rules using comparisons you will actually understand!

What I Offer:
Academic Support: Help with school homework, gymnastics/maturité prep, or UNIL/EPFL university assignments.

Exam Preparation: Focused training for Cambridge (PET, FCE, CAE), IELTS, or TOEFL exams.

Conversation & Fluency: Boosting your confidence, perfecting your pronunciation, and expanding your vocabulary.

Business & Professional English: Interview prep, resume polishing, and professional presentation skills.

My Teaching Approach:
- No two students are the same. I tailor every single lesson to your specific pace, interests, and goals. I focus on creating a supportive, interactive environment where you feel completely comfortable making mistakes and growing your confidence.

Lessons can take place online, at the UNIL campus, or at a convenient location in Lausanne. Feel free to send me a message to discuss your goals. Let's make learning English enjoyable and stress-free!