Private German lessons by telc examiner and Goethe certified German teacher with over 3'000 hours of teaching experience

From 53.9 £ /h

German teacher accredited by Goethe Institut and telc, specialised teacher for B2-C1-C2, fide supervisor, offering 1:1 Advanced German Lessons online from A1-A2-B1-B2-C1-C2. I also teach Swiss German conversation.

I work with professionally approved study material and textbooks.
Courses are adjusted to the goals of each student.

Available Courses:
a. German Private lessons A1-A2-B1-B2-C1-C2
b. A1-C2 Prüfungsvorbereitungskurse nach GER für TestDaF, telc Prüfung A1-C2, Goethe Zertifikat A1-C2, fide Test Schweiz
c. fide Test Schweiz Vorbereitung A1/A2 - A2/B1
d. Schreibkurse ab B2
e. Konversationskurse ab B1
f. Swiss Conversation Lessons ab B1 Deutsch
f. Beratungsgespräch: Welche Sprachprüfung soll ich machen? Tipps und Tricks für eine geglückte Prüfung!

Practice material is provided and will be returned with feedback.

My lessons are taught in German but I am proficient in English, French, and Italian. I have studied Japanese (N4) and I am currently learning Korean because of my in-laws.

Don't just think of me as your next German teacher but as your cheerleader. I know learning a language can be tough. That's when I'm there to remind you how brilliant you are, why you're learning, and to adjust your curriculum so the journey feels fun and not dreadful. It only takes consistency, even when we feel like we're going nowhere.

Extra information

For online lessons, a stable internet connection is required.

Location

Online from France

About Me

I teach German because language opens doors to people. Through language we share who we are: our feelings, our passions, the texture of our thinking. What's the point of learning a language if not to speak it? That's why my classes prioritise conversation above all else. Grammar matters for accuracy, but it's never the end in itself.

I started teaching German to refugees as a university volunteer, then took on substitute positions before teaching English to monks in India and German in Iran. Eventually I got into my trained profession as an art historian, working in communications and fine art sales for international galleries. But after seven years in the contemporary art world, burnout set in. The work had lost its meaning.

So I made a choice: I became a certified German as a Foreign Language teacher and certified telc examiner committed to teaching. Over 3,000 hours later, I've worked with students at every level, from absolute beginners to those refining their C2. Teaching immerses me into German in a way that feeds my own creative writing practice—as an internationally recognised art critic as well as a writer.

Education

- Asien-Afrika Institute, Hamburg University, Germany
- Otto-Friedrich-Universität, Bamberg, Germany
- telc DaF teaching licenses
- telc Prüferin A1-C1 / telc examiner
- fide supervisor

Experience / Qualifications

Certified DaF teacher and telc examiner with 3,000+ hours of experience across all levels including exams. At Wordculture in Zurich, I taught German and English to adults, mentored teachers in training, and prepared students for Swiss university admission or Swiss citizenship exam—while also contributing to curriculum development and school communications.

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

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

German

French

Italian

Luxembourgish

Skills

German

German 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

Kevin

5.0

(24)

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.

Jessica

5.0

(24)

I'm offering German lessons and I want to help you to learn to write and speak German while talking, playing games and reading books. I can adapt myself to your level.
I speak German fluently.
With this German course, you will get:
• a very knowledgeable, patient tutor with years of experience
• as many opportunities as possible to speak real German, to think about it, and to improve
• audio material and exercises to help you practice the German language
If you like my approach and want to improve your German, write me a message or book your lessons with me!
You can start right away as a complete beginner or already have some knowledge of the language!
I'm looking forward to meeting you!

Catharina

5.0

(24)

Learn business German today and advance your career!
Can tailor lessons to your preferred field/subject/profession.
We will cover all aspects required for a successful completion. This includes reading, writing, comprehension, grammar, interview questions/situations (oral and written).

Elaine

5.0

(24)

I help schoolchildren and adults to learn both German and English. With fun and empathy. What distinguishes my lessons is that I have a lot of patience for my students and practice with them until they understand it. Everyone loves teaching with me. I respond to my students' requests and my goal is to help students make progress without burdening them. I give assignments after every lesson and create regular progress reports.

Johannes

5.0

(24)

Möchten Sie Deutsch lernen? If you've always dreamed of saying “Guten Tag” with a mischievous smile, these courses are the perfect opportunity for you to dive into the fascinating world of the German language! 🇩🇪

I can provide academic support for children, as well as individual lessons for professionals or anyone else interested. In Besançon or by video.

Usually, I teach a multitude of subjects in alternation, putting priority on the student's wishes. Together we will break through the tangled maze of German grammar brilliantly. 🇩🇪 And to brighten up the lessons, I have a lot of tracks in my repertoire such as humorous poems by J. Ringelnatz or songs. Also, I always find it pleasant to support beginners in their first steps. 🤗📚

My arsenal? An online portal with links and materials that I personalize for each student and a mind map at the beginning to present all the themes I propose. I will send you on request. Some exercises I did myself, often with the help of AI. I can recommend some nifty software and give you incentives so that you can continue learning very effectively yourself. And inspire you to learn the long works of Goethe and Schiller with new vivacity. 💡

My particular passion is German compound words, a real linguistic puzzle! How would you translate Handschuh = "shoe of the hands", Zebrastreifen = "zebra strips", Dachboden = "roof floor" or Friedhof = "court of peace. And for the advances, what is it about with the " Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit-Hyperaktivitätssyndrom"? (I will send you answers on request (; ) 🤓🇩🇪

For the curious, what concerns your teacher:
Born in Northern Germany and since 2020 in Besançon. Graduate in geography. I have already taught German in various projects in Togo and Kyrgyzstan. I have already taught German in various projects in Togo and Kyrgyzstan. In Besançon, I worked as a German teacher for the "Maison Blanche Formation", a language school for professionals and for the Scops association. 🌍👨‍🏫

Classes can take place in my apartment in downtown Besançon, at the student's home, for a possible travel fee depending on the distance, or by videoconference. And surprise, I also offer tutoring in English or multi-subjects. 🎓💻🗣️

So, ready for an extraordinary linguistic adventure? Johannes, the spell master is waiting for you! Prost (that's "cheers" in German) and see you soon! 🌈👋

Johannes

Sándor

5.0

(24)

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

5.0

(24)

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

5.0

(24)

The German language is currently in high demand in the labor market, and Germany accepts scholarships for study or work, so learning the German language has become necessary for anyone who wants to study or work at an advanced level.
The German language is not difficult, but it requires effort, regularity, and follow-up with the teacher, as well as making sure to attend classes with concentration.

Mohsen

5.0

(24)

I teach German courses on the largest online sites and other platforms for all Goethe levels from A.1 to C.1 as well as special courses for beginners and advanced students as well as senior high school students in Egypt in the largest institutes as I am an expert in the German language in state secondary schools and a certified teacher in the largest platforms: I have a Master's degree in German Literature from the University of Vienna, Austria
I also speak Arabic, my native language
I am also fluent in English

Jihen

5.0

(24)

This lesson is for children and beginners who want to learn languages in a fun and easy way.
I will provide you with practical exercises and educational games to facilitate understanding and acquire language skills step by step.
You will learn
Basic letters, sounds, and everyday vocabulary.

Simple sentences and conversations for everyday communication.

Listening, speaking, and writing exercises.

Interactive activities that help consolidate grammar and vocabulary.

Feriel

5.0

(24)

🌟 Discover the pleasure of learning German in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere!
I'll guide you step by step to progress with confidence, communicate better, and achieve your goals. Each session is designed to be clear, effective, and enjoyable. Together, let's make your success a reality! 🚀😊🇩🇪

Fadwa

5.0

(24)

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 😊😊😊

David.

5.0

(24)

A graduate in Germanic languages, I have been a secondary school English/German teacher since 2021 and a private tutor since 2017. I also coordinate language camps and ONE centers and offer private German lessons. Whether you need academic support, are looking to meet professional challenges, want to start learning German from scratch, want to improve your skills, focus on grammar, speaking, or have other goals, I am available.
I offer lessons, but my main goal is to empower you to learn German, and languages in general, independently. I don't aim for the level of success you think you're in, but rather the excellence you allow yourself to achieve. My ultimate aim: that you no longer need me.
Each lesson is prepared in advance. I never arrive empty-handed.

Omima

5.0

(24)

🔹 What I offer:
German from Beginner to Intermediate
Clear explanations in English
Focus on speaking & real-life communication
Interactive lessons (no boring memorization!)
Customized lessons based on your goals (study, travel, work)
🔹 Why learn with me? ✔ Friendly & supportive teaching style
✔ Step-by-step learning
✔ Boost your confidence from the first lesson
📌 Book a lesson now and start your German journey with confidence!

Meraim

5.0

(24)

I offer online German language lessons from level A1 to B2.
Interactive courses
Via Zoom or BBB
Communication
Preparation tray
OSD preparation
Goethe preparation
Telc preparation
Punctual
Wir machen zusammen spaß und lernen viel