Native Speaker Teaches German Lessons for all Levels

From 109 C$ /h

I am a berlin-born German native speaker and I have been teaching German on and off for over a decade. I love sharing my passion for languages and for their subtle differences.

I teach individual and group classes for all levels and ages. And I put great emphasis on meeting the student where they are at: I do not believe in cookie-cutter methods; instead I think it is very important for a teacher to know how each individual student learns best!

Location

Online from United States

About Me

I am a professional stage director (recent credits include Juilliard’s Rinaldo in Concert and Syracuse Opera’s Don Giovanni); as an assistant and revival director, I have worked at Deutsche Oper Berlin, Opernhaus Zurich, Santa Fe Opera, Washington National Opera and more. Having worked with so many different singers and directors has allowed me to develop my coaching, teaching, and character work skills - for actors and (in particular) for singers. I was also the Directing Fellow at the Juilliard School for two consecutive years, where I learned from Stephen Wadsworth in the postgraduate program. I recently taught an acting course at Montclair University, and have been teaching privately for years. As a director, I have also worked with a variety of young artists - for instance at the Glimmerglass Festival and the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Program. Being a French and Austrian native, I also specialize in French and German diction.

Education

BA in Philosophy, 2010, King’s College London
Opera Directing Fellowship, 2012-13, The Juilliard School
Opera Directing Fellowship, 2013-14, The Juilliard School

Experience / Qualifications

Taught privately for a decade.
Worked with young artists at the Glimmerglass Festival, The Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Program, The Juilliard School, and the Santa Fe Opera among other places.
Taught at University level (Acting for the Singer) at Montclair State University

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

French

German

Skills

German

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Native French Speaker Teaches French for All Levels

109 C$ /h

I am a French native speaker and I have been teaching on and off for over a decade. I love sharing my passion for languages and for their subtle differences.

I teach individual and group classes for all levels and ages. And I put great emphasis on meeting the student where they are at: I do not believe in cookie-cutter methods; instead I think it is very important for a teacher to know how each individual student learns best!

- Dramatic coaching for theater actors and singers

109 C$ /h

I am a professional stage director (recent credits include Juilliard’s Rinaldo in Concert and Syracuse Opera’s Don Giovanni); as an assistant and revival director, I have worked at Deutsche Oper Berlin, Opernhaus Zurich, Santa Fe Opera, Washington National Opera and more. Having worked with so many different singers and directors has allowed me to develop my coaching, teaching and character work skills - for actors and (in particular) for singers. I was also the Directing Fellow at the Juilliard School for two consecutive years, where I learned from Stephen Wadsworth in the postgraduate program. I recently taught an acting course at Montclair University, and have been teaching privately for years. As a director, I have also worked with a variety of young artists - for instance at the Glimmerglass Festival and the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Program. Being a French and Austrian native, I also specialize in French and German diction.

Elise

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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

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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.

Catharina

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Fully certified TEFL/TESOL

*All classes are one-on-one and tailored to the individual student's needs and requirements. The ultimate goal is that the student thinks in the language not just translates.
*All key aspects of the language will be addressed including cultural aspects/linguistic differences.
* Whether a quick learner or not; it will be fun and comprehensible. There is a goal to achieve and it will be done.
* Whether learning a language to improve your career, for travel or even romantic reasons, help is at hand - just reach out.

Some Reviews:
Chevaan:
Catherina is without a doubt THE best tutor we know. She is exceptionally committed and is always looking to inspire her students. She has consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty to help our son with his German. She provides excellent study material, engaging homework and follows up to ensure that her students have really grasped the subject matter.

Brian:
Catharina has been teaching our 11 year old daughter for the past few months and we are very impressed with her excellent progress in this short space of time.
Catharina has developed a very good rapport with our daughter and is patient and knowledgeable. Our daughter always looks forward to her next lesson and even hands in her homework on time! We would highly recommend Catharina to anyone who would like to learn a new language.

Afeisha:
Very professional, friendly and informative. I feel like Catharina will help me to reach where I need to. She doesn't just teach from the book, she teaches in a way that will allow you to blend in with ease. I am excited to learn more from her.

Egle:
Great tutor! Catharina adapts lessons to ones needs, gives very clear explanations and most importantly works on the pronunciation of the language. With every lesson she provides lesson material.

Christiane

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My mother tongue is German. As a specialist technical translator, I offer proofreading and proofreading for the following texts:

Bachelor theses
Master theses
PhD theses
Seminar papers
Homework
Scientific and technical work
Professional articles & essays
Literary texts
Web pages
Advertising material (flyers, brochures, catalogs)
Product texts
Correspondence

The editing / proofreading includes: checking for correct spelling, grammatical accuracy, correct punctuation, fluent formulations, stylistically good language quality.

I look forward to your texts.

Sándor

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I am Sándor, 28 old, native German and I will help you to boost your German Languages skills.
We will evaluate your current German language level and formulate a step by step learning plan to reach your individual learning goal.
I am an experience online and teacher offline teacher, flexible to tailor my teaching style reach your individual goal.
You will learn about German:
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Colloquial Language/spoken language
- German culture/tradition
- any topic of your interest

I can
- prepare you for your language exam at any level
- improve your conversation skills
- prepare you for your German job

We will:
- organize and plan classes suited to your individual timetable
- have classes via Skype or Google Hangouts

AND THE MOST IMPORTANT:
----- Have fun learning a new language ;D ----

My other classes:
1) German Language classes
2) Physiotherapy classes

Looking forward to see you in class,
Sándor

Armend

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Bachelor's student in economics and management offers private lessons in German, French and English.
I obtained my bachelor's degree with a specialization in mathematics and physics and I have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, physics, chemistry, German, English and French.
In my teaching, I adapt to the learning conditions and the student's life in order to strengthen their self-confidence and ensure that they understand the lessons and progress.
My goal is to create an effective learning environment. I rely on the student's course, which I supplement if necessary with additional information.

Habiba

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(45)

German is important that days and essential for learning or working abroad and to make good money.
Course for beginners from A1 to be
expert.Improving the four skills listening, reading, writing and speaking. Learning how to understand the natives and how to speak like them.
Each level includes four books and story, which helps to express the ideas easily and fast.

Habiba

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A German language course from scratch that includes five books to develop the four skills
Reading, writing, speaking and listening
To learn how to understand and speak to Germans and understand the colloquial language.
And a story to train to express ideas faster and easier.
Training on the Goethe exams and how to pass them to obtain a certain level certificate.

Stephen

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As an American with a C1 Goethe-Institut certificate in German, I understand the long journey of learning this difficult language! I can help you wherever you are on your German path, from the basics to complex grammar, from understanding everyday language to working on your pronunciation.

I have spent time carefully collecting resources that help native English speakers...for example, things that help with speech rhythm and accentuation...which not a lot of teachers teach, but which make a huge difference. In any case, I can custom-tailor our lessons based on your needs.

Mohsen

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🎓 **Professional Profile: Mr. Mohsen Ali** 🎓
🌟 **International Language Teaching and Education Expert** 🌟
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**First: An Introduction (Who am I?)**

I am **Mohsen Ali**, an expert teacher and certified lecturer with a career spanning more than **25 years** in the field of education.
In my teaching style, I combine European academic prestige (I hold a master's degree from the University of Vienna) with extensive field experience in public and private schools. My passion is not just to transfer knowledge, but to enable the student to succeed in real life 🚀.

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📜 **Second: Academic Qualifications and Accreditations**

* 🎓 **Master's Degree in German Literature:** University of Vienna, Austria
* 🏫 **Master's and Postgraduate Diplomas in Education:** Alexandria University, Egypt
* 🕌 **Diploma in Islamic Culture:** A qualitative addition to enhance cultural exchange.
* ✅ **C1 Language Certificate:** Complete mastery of the German language to the highest international standards.
* 💻 **ICDL International Certificate:** Awarded by UNESCO to ensure the professionalism of digital education

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🌍 **Third: Professional Experience and International Diversity**

* 👨‍🏫 **Expert at the Ministry of Education:** Over 25 years of experience teaching German at the secondary level
* 🌐 **International Online Lecturer:** 10 years of experience teaching online to students from different continents
* 🗺️ **Diverse International Experience:** I have taught students in Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States
* 🇩🇪 **Expert at a language school in Hamburg:** Acquired advanced skills in teaching methodologies for children and adults
* ✍️ **Professional Language Translator:** I have worked as a German language translator for years.

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📚 Fourth: Educational Specializations and Services

Teaching all levels of Goethe
A1 to C1
I also teach Arabic to non-native speakers: teaching Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian colloquial Arabic using series such as "Arabic Between Your Hands".
* 📝 Preparing tests for applicants for international proficiency tests.
* Language proficiency: I offer my lessons in Arabic, German, and English with complete fluency.

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⚙️ Fifth: Educational Methodology and Technologies

* 🎯 **Student-Centered Learning:** Designing an individualized learning program tailored to each student
* 💻 **Interactive Lesson:* Using the latest educational software (Zoom, Skype, Teams, Meet)
* 📱 **Ongoing Support:** Providing comprehensive summaries, with support available via **WhatsApp** outside of business hours
* ⚡ **Technical Readiness:** I have a laptop and a stable, high-speed internet connection.

Feriel

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You'll receive personalized German lessons tailored to your level and goals, using a simple and fun method that makes learning easy and enjoyable. Whether you're a beginner or advanced learner, you'll progress at your own pace while having fun. Just bring your smile, I'll take care of the rest 😊😊😊

Cathy

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Do you want to speak German?
Are you a newcomer living in a German-speaking country and needing to speak and understand German rapidly?
Do you plan to settle there and need to learn German fast?
Do not look further.
As a dedicated teacher, I commit to teach German with passion and conviction.
Learning German is fun!
Deutsch lernen macht Spaß!

See you soon! / bis bald!

Anna-Lisa

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Do you want to pass your German A-levels in 2027 with confidence and good grades? Then you've come to the right place.

I am a state-certified translator and have been preparing students for the German Abitur (university entrance exam) for years, achieving targeted and successful results. I know the exam requirements inside and out – text analysis, discussion, characterization, knowledge of historical periods, and the oral exam – and I will show you how to complete the tasks in a structured and high-scoring manner under time pressure.

The lessons are completely individualized: We specifically address your knowledge gaps, practice the most important command words, and build the exam confidence you need. Everything takes place online and is precisely tailored to your level and goals – whether you're preparing for written exams, oral exams, or the entire Abitur (university entrance qualification).

Many of my students have achieved noticeably better results and significantly more self-confidence thanks to my clear and calm teaching methods. Feel free to contact me if you'd like to schedule a free trial lesson. I look forward to meeting you.

Feriel

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As a passionate German teacher with extensive experience, I offer personalized and dynamic courses, adapted to all levels (from beginner to advanced) and all ages (children, teenagers and adults).
Whether it is to improve your speaking skills, pass an official exam (such as ÖSD, Goethe, TelC certifications...), strengthen your academic foundations or prepare for a stay in a German-speaking country, each course is tailored to your objectives and pace.
Thanks to an interactive, structured and supportive approach (alternating targeted exercises, games, role-playing and varied materials), learning German becomes a pleasure.
Bring your smile 😁 and I'll take care of the rest! Ready to take on the challenge? Book your first lesson today.

Ibrahim

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Ich unterrichte Jugendliche und Erwachsene, auch ganz ohne Vorkenntnisse. In meinem Unterricht arbeiten wir mit einem klaren Lehrplan und guten Lehrbüchern. So lernst du Schritt für Schritt und siehst deine Fortschritte.
In jeder Stunde üben wir auch die Aussprache, damit du Deutsch richtig und mit Selbstvertrauen sprichst.
Wenn etwas schwierig ist, erkläre ich es dir gern auch auf Arabisch oder Englisch.