Dutch for expats, 10 years of experience as a teacher and writer

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From 46.41 £ /h

I give online Dutch lessons to expats. The lessons are focused on conversation and grammar. In a short time you will learn many new words, typical Dutch expressions and together we will find the best way for you to master the language.

Extra information

Classes are online. All you need is a notepad and a pen!

Location

Online from Portugal

About Me

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I'm Nathalie, a writer, translator, and Dutch teacher with a deep love for language in all its forms. I've worked with words for over fifteen years: from literary fiction and journalism to teaching Dutch and writing poetry (I even won some prizes!).

My lessons are clear, creative, and always tailored to your needs. Whether you want to learn to speak, write, or polish your Dutch, I'll guide you with focus, humor, and a solid grasp of the language. For those looking to find their writing voice (in Dutch or English), I also teach Creative Writing, where rhythm, tone, and structure help you truly say something that matters.

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I am Nathalie, a writer, translator and teacher of Dutch with a love for language in all its forms. I have been working with words for over fifteen years: from literary fiction to journalism, from teaching language students to writing poetry and novels.

My lessons are clear, creative and tailor-made. Whether you want to learn to speak, write or refine Dutch, I will help you with attention, humor and a solid language foundation. For those who are looking for their own writing voice (in Dutch or English): I also teach Creative Writing, in which you learn how to really have something to say with rhythm, tone and structure.

Education

Utrecht University - Language and Cultural Studies
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - English Teacher Training

Experience / Qualifications

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- 15+ years of experience as a writer, editor, and translator (including Women's Health, Men's Health, Esquire, and Cosmopolitan)
- Dutch language teacher for non-native speakers (NT2) at Bxl Academy and Tobian Language School
- Experienced Creative Writing and poetry workshop teacher (including work with Poetry International)
- BA in Language and Culture Studies – Modern Literature (Utrecht University)
- Multiple Poetry Slam winner (Amsterdam, Tilburg, Leiden)
- Multilingual: fluent in Dutch and English, with working knowledge of French, Spanish, German, and Portuguese

Passionate about language, with a sharp pen and a keen eye for rhythm, tone, and nuance

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- Over 10 years of experience as a writer, editor and translator (including for Women's Health, Men's Health, Esquire and Cosmopolitan)
- Teacher of Dutch for speakers of other languages (NT2) at Bxl Academy and Tobian Language School
- Experienced workshop teacher Creative Writing and poetry (including at Poetry International)
- Graduated in Language and Cultural Studies – Modern Literature (Utrecht University)
- Winner of several Poetry Slams (Amsterdam, Tilburg, Leiden)
- Multilingual: fluent in Dutch and English, with basic knowledge of French, Spanish, German and Portuguese
- Infectious language enthusiasm, sharp pen, and an eye for detail and nuance

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

Dutch

French

English

Skills

Dutch

Dutch for adults

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

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About me: I've been a professional writer for over fifteen years. I've worked (and currently am working) in journalism, advertisement and schools.

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