Lessons with a Finnish native speaker on the basis of English, Estonian or Spanish. Also YKI preparation if you're planning to take YKI!

From 43.31 C$ /h

I will tailor the Finnish classes according to each student's needs. So, in that sense, there are many options! Among some things that my lessons usually entail:

-Reading texts with key words vocabularies
-Listening exercises with key words vocabularies
-Grammar exercises
-Discussion exercises of mixed topics as well as of the texts and listening exercises
-Checking homework (if there have been any)

I will create a Google Docs document for each student and all the lesson notes and materials can be found from there, so you can access your file anytime you want to review the things that we have studied during the lessons. This also helps with keeping the things organised.

The bottom line is that the lessons will be tailored so that they can fit to each student's needs, and therefore correspond with the desired level and goals. The language of instruction can be English, Estonian or Spanish. But, of course, if you're looking for a mainly conversational approach or are a more advanced student, then we could even solely speak in Finnish as well!

I have experience of tutoring for YKI and I'm happy to help with that as well, if you're looking for a tutor to practice for the test.

Extra information

I'm sorry for any inconvenience, but I do not teach children under 7 years old.

Location

Online from Estonia

Age

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Estonian

Spanish

Finnish

Skills

Finnish

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Marianne

5.0

(8)

Currently a doctoral student in international development studies, I give private language lessons to children and adults in Geneva. My pedagogy is encouraging and fun, and I always adapt the approach according to the pupil and his needs. Professional translator English-Finnish and French-Finnish, I am bilingual French-Finnish and I also speak fluently English and Portuguese. I also have several years of experience as a dance teacher, ask if you are interested :) Diplomas: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration (Finland) and Master in European Studies (Belgium).

Pinja

5.0

(8)

Hi, my name is Pinja and I was born and raised in Finland. At the university, I studied Social Science. I have worked in the field with children and families since 2009. When working with refugees and immigrants, I got interested in teaching languages. In 2015 I started teaching Finnish in a refugee center. Later I got my certificate in teaching. I have experience teaching Finnish and English in a traditional classroom setting and giving private lessons online and offline.

I have a degree in Social Science and a I’m a certified teacher. I have taught English and Finnish since 2015. I started by teaching beginner Finnish to immigrants in Helsinki. Later I got my certificate in teaching and since then I have taught Finnish and English online and offline. I have worked as an English teacher in the Philippines, in Nicaragua and in Mexico teaching children and adults. I enjoy giving private lessons, because I personalize the lessons for the student’s goals and interests.
As a teacher, I believe that I can help the students to grow as learners and to reach their learning goals. I am enthusiastic about education and always strive to do the best for my students. I have experience in planning authentic and interesting lessons and material.

I would like to support you to meet your individual learning goals; whether you aim to learn grammar or vocabulary for a certain topic or gain more confidence in conversation etc. The aim of the first lesson is to evaluate your level and to set up learning goals. We will talk about the different ways of learning (visual, auditory, reading/writing and kinesthetic) and make a plan according to your learning style and preferences. I believe that using different engaging activities keep students interested, motivated and support their learning. During the lesson we can use a variety of different materials, books, work sheets, articles, listening exercises, conversation exercises, games, music and videos. I have also made a lot of authentic material, such as grammar points, exercises and texts, to support your learning.

Vappu

5.0

(8)

I teach Finnish by having a conversation and by reading texts together. You can choose which areas you are interested in, and I'll find texts that might be interesting for you. I can also teach Finnish basics by going through simple words and expressions, and by using a text book. Grammar comes along, and I'll explain why certain word forms are used as they come up in the texts or in spoken language.

I have a Ph.D in Political science from the University of Helsinki and have been teaching Finnish in various language tandems for years.

Sabrin

5.0

(8)

I offer Finnish grammar, conversation and YKI-testi preparation classes. All my classes are custom-made for your level, needs and wants. I will provide all the materials needed in our lessons and will be happy to take

I teach all levels, beginners from a book and more advanced speakers with just talking. However if you wish to learn from your own material or in a different way, I am open to everything.

GRAMMAR LESSONS;
.... and by real I mean: grammar, exercises, listening exercises, writing, talking, homework.. All that fun stuff in one package! ;)
I will provide you all learning material, which we will follow to have good structure in our learning plan. The book will be our main base for learning but of course I will happily teach you whatever else it is that you want to learn as well. Even though we will be learning from the book, I will also be teaching you the spoken language.
If you have your own material/way of learning that you would rather do, that works as well.

CONVERSATION LESSONS; we will talk, talk and talk, so it's gonna be fun!
If you're still in the beginner level but want conversation lessons, I will be happy to help. I will adjust the topic and my speaking speed to your level.

YKI-TESTI PREPARATION; class will be focused on the speaking part of the test. If you want to practise writing as well I can assign you writing homework which we will check in the beginning of the next class.

I will do my best teaching and explaining you whatever it is that you want/need to learn, but some grammatical explanations might be better to learn with a professional teacher.

Elle

5.0

(8)

Hello/Moi!

It is nice to meet you/Hauska tutustua :D Are you interested in learning Finnish? Known to be the most difficult language to learn. Well, I assure you that it is a fantastic idea, and learning Finnish is awesome.

I have been learning Finnish for 5 years at University. I enjoy learning and teaching Finnish, and I would like to share the delight with you. Let's get started together! I have the know-how of fun ways to begin and a great understanding of grammar. We will learn how to introduce ourselves, vocabulary, grammar, food, and other important things.

See you soon/Nähdään pian!

Ingvar

5.0

(8)

Starting the first class we will speak only Finnish, so you won't notice any difficulty of the language and you learn as if it were your other mother tongue. If you are a music lover I can send you a playlist of the best Finnish songs of all time.
I have 3 years of experience in teaching Finnish also I speak 6 languages myself so I can teach you some tricks to make your way to the Finnish world easier. I am graduated as a professor of history of Finno-Ugric languages. I like food of different cultures, cinema and collecting train tickets.

Jenni

5.0

(8)

Bring a friend or up to 6 students in total for more affordable group lessons.

If you have a ready group we can discuss goals, e.g. Finnish for work; passing YKI test; achieving a certain level; grammar; etc.

Contact me for more information.

Kadi

5.0

(8)

Explore the nuances of russian, english, finnish or estonian languages through engaging activities, ineractive discussions, and real-world applications.Immerce yourself in the language's cultural context, enchace your communication skills, and unlock new opportunities for personal and orofessional growth.
Join us and unlock the door to a world of endless possibilities through language.

Lidija

5.0

(8)

My name is Lidija, I currently work at a consultancy firm, where I use business level Finnish and English daily. In my previous role at a law firm, I worked extensively in Finnish, English, and Russian, gaining valuable business language expertise. I have native level skill in all three languages.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your language skills, I am here to support you on your journey. Contact me and let's start a conversation!

Eemeli

5.0

(8)

Hello, my name is Eemeli and I`m native Finnish speaker and I come from southeast of Finland. My passion is to help people to reach their goals and that`s why I like to teach languages as well.

I`ve been teaching English and Finnish about 3 years to adults mostly online. Some people prefer more just talking and correcting and some like it more to start with vocabulary. Together we can choose what works best for you of course!

Francisco

5.0

(8)

This is a course taught by a doctor in Philology and which leads to rapid learning of these European languages. The course can also be intensive so that the student acquires the knowledge in a shorter period of time.

Maria

5.0

(8)

I'm a teacher with over 12 years of teaching experience.

During my career, I've helped hundreds of students become fluent in Finnish.
Preparation for professional purposes, YKI, as well as oral fluency are my specialties.

Nowadays, I teach communications to native Finnish speakers at a university, while being a foreigner myself.
And I know exactly how to get your Finnish to the proper level too.

We are not going to waste your time on things you don't need. Instead, we will be practicing your speech and language comprehension skills.
Alongside, I will make sure you're familiar with the main grammatical concepts.
This will make you much more confident when speaking Finnish.

Ready to boost your Finnish to the next level? Let's get in touch!

Uzair

5.0

(8)

I am a professional Finnish language tutor with extensive experience teaching immigrants and professionals. I specialize in Finnish vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and exam preparation—including the YKI test, driving license language requirements, and other license exams requiring Finnish language proficiency.

Varvara

5.0

(8)

Hi! Moikka! My name is Varya. I’ve been living in Finland for 6 years, studying in Finnish, and I speak it fluently in daily life. During this time, I’ve faced many challenges: learning grammar and cases, immersing myself in the language environment, and adapting to life and communication with Finns.

I understand how difficult it can be to overcome language barriers, grasp cultural nuances, and integrate into Finnish society. Through my own experience, I’ve discovered effective ways to learn and adapt — and now I want to help others navigate this journey more easily and quickly.

In my lessons, I offer a personalized approach: we can focus on conversational practice, academic Finnish, or topics that interest you personally. I also enjoy sharing insights about Finnish culture, traditions, and everyday life — so you can learn the language in the context of real Finland.

What I offer:
- Individualized lessons tailored to your goals and interests: conversational skills, grammar, academic preparation, or hobbies
- Varied lesson formats using materials to develop listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills
We can also agree on the lesson duration that best fits your goals and is convenient for both of us.

Irina

5.0

(8)

As a qualified teacher with over 20 years of experience, I will introduce you to literary and spoken Finnish (Helsinki dialect) as well as Finnish culture. I offer online teaching (Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp or another platform of your choice) tailored to your needs and based on your mother tongue (French, English, German, Portuguese, Russian or Czech), with flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and during Christmas, Easter and summer holidays. Do not hesitate to contact me!

Certified teacher with more than 20 years of experience offers online tutoring in literary and colloquial Finnish. I will provide teaching tailored to your needs on one of your favorite apps (Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp or other), based on your mother tongue (English, German, French, Portuguese, Czech or Russian) and with a flexible timetable, including evenings, weekends, state holidays and Christmas, Easter and Summer leaves. Don't hesitate to contact me!

Ob für regelmäßige Kurse oder für eine kurzfristige Unterstützung, biete ich Ihnen einen Finnisch-Unterricht, der Ihren Bedürfnissen entspricht, durch Ihre Lieblings-Aplikation (Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp), gerne in Ihrer Muttersprache und wann es Ihnen passt, inclusive Wochenenden, Feiertage and Weihnachts-, Oster- and Sommerferien.