German as a Foreign language - conversation course

From 72 € /h

This course will focus on conversation based on the professional needs of the students. e.g. in hospitality we would address any issues a hotel receptionist or manager would have to deal with in his everyday professional experience.
The topics will be based on the needs/requirements of the students and I will make sure that his/her language skills will be enriched with improved vocabulary, grammar and expressions.

Extra information

this will be an online course and will be conducted in German only

Location

Online from Kenya

About Me

I try to live according to serenity prayer: 'grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference'. And the law of attraction is one of my guiding principles: put positive energy into those things you want to attract; live your life based on love and not on fear. I love life and consider the challenges I encounter as experiences I can learn from most.
Thus I left my birth country of Germany in my twenties and travelled the world before I settled in Kenya, which is still my primary home. I have engaged myself for women's rights, youth empowerment and sustainable living in general.
Now that I am retired I see my role more as coach, mentor and advisor. I have accumulated so much knowledge, skills and experience which I believe are important to share with whoever wants to learn.

Education

2020 Certification as Master Life Coach from Expert Rating, UK
2001 Diploma as Organizational Development Consultant from Organizational Development Institute, USA
1995 Management training at the British Council in Birmingham
1993 Training as Examiner for German as a foreign language at the Goethe Institute, Germany
1978 M.Ed. In Social Sciences and English, University of Goettingen, Germany
1976 B.Ed. In English and Political Science at the University of Goettingen, Germany

Experience / Qualifications

• 2000 – to date: Organisational Development and Change Management Specialist PRODEV LTD (Consultancy firm registered in Kenya).
• 2014 – 2017: International Director Program and Projects for DSW, Germany
• 2007 – 2014: Director Development Programs – DSW (German foundation for World population)
• 2006 – 2007: School Management Advisor for the Supreme Education Council in Doha / Qatar - Contracted by the German Technical Cooperation (GTZ)
• 1991 - 2000: Director of German Institute in Mombasa, Kenya - contracted by German Foreign Ministry
• 1987 – 1990: German Language Expert for the Ministry of Education, Kenya -funded by International Organisation for Migration (IOM).
• 1982 – 1986 : Head of ‘German Classes’ Mombasa/ funded by Foreign Ministry Germany
• 1980 – 1982 : Kenya Institute of Education, Teachers' Service Commission

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

German

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

Coaching for Empowerment of Women in Leadership Positions

66 € /h

Would you love to go for a more challenging management or leadership position, but feel you need some additional coaching or mentoring to strengthen your skills? I will support you in all the areas you have identified as challenging for yourself. We will have in depth discussions and I will design tailor made short trainings or coaching sessions where necessary.

Learn how to plan, implement and review your project effectively using easy management tools

72 € /h

This course is for project officers who want to be more effective in all aspects of project cycle management. it starts with the project planning looking at goal and objective setting based on identified needs; features project implementation and monitoring tools as well as evaluation of project performance.
The 2 hour course will be held on 2 separate days so that students can do some practice in between

A second course will focus on the aspect of project design and writing winning proposals to fund the project.

Elise

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University graduate in German language and literature (Master of Letters in German with specialization in medieval languages and literature) with a solid experience, gives private German lessons for all levels.
My lessons are adapted according to the needs of the student. They aim to consolidate concepts, fill gaps, prepare for exams (maturity, compulsory school leaving certificates, entrance exams to gymnasiums and universities, Goethe Zertifikat up to B2). Opportunity to learn the language.

For school supports:

This is above all long-term work, which implies on my part taking the time to "learn how to learn" in an effective manner: every exercise is explained in detail, which can make its execution easier. slower. Quality takes priority over quantity in order to obtain optimal results over time.
Students bring their own course materials (notebooks, books, audio CDs, dictionaries, assessments, etc.).
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.

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.

For exam preparations:

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.

For the oral comprehension:

Work from audio-visual viewings downloaded from the Deutsche Welle site, which offer various recordings adapted to all levels, with a very concrete approach. In the long term, the student acquires ease not only in oral comprehension, but also enriches his basic vocabulary through exercises. I also work on the Goethe Institut oral tests to familiarize myself with speaking.

For the work of the written expression:

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.

Apart from my presence with the student, every lesson involves preparation time before and after the lesson, particularly for the work that I correct. My goal being to design an individualized course, I take the time necessary to write detailed comments on corrected work or advice to ensure maximum success for everyone.
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. :)

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.

Jessica

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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

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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).

Shyam

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Expert Goethe-Certified German Tutor: A1-B1 Online Classes Worldwide

Goethe-certified with proven success teaching beginners—professionals, students, adults, and kids globally—I provide flexible online German courses for A1, A2, and B1. Drawing from standard digital textbooks for adults and children, my sessions sharpen your listening, reading, writing, and speaking, fully adapted to your needs.

Aim for Goethe or TELC certification, or Germany studies? My targeted coaching ensures you excel. We build a relaxed, idea-sharing environment that sparks real progress.

Your Learning Package Includes:

Initial proficiency checks

Tailored lessons matching your preferences

Premium exclusive resources

Lively, dialogue-focused practice

Full lesson summaries

Precise feedback on assignments

Steady between-lesson guidance

Dedicated 1:1 mentoring

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

Habiba

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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

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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

Georgette

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I am a Translator-Interpreter and have worked in marketing for an American Petroleum Company for 25 years.
My knowledge of languages was very crucial. After my husband's premature death I did replacements but after a while I started giving private language lessons. I spoke French until I was six.

Feriel

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🌟 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! 🚀😊🇩🇪

David.

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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.

Laura

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I offer academic support in mathematics, French and German for primary and secondary school students (first year of high school).
I will help you with your homework, with tailored explanations, test preparation, etc.
I can also give you extra exercises to train with if needed!

Omima

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🔹 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

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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

Konstantin

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Learning about people isn't easy, but it's not necessarily frustrating. Once I was in Austria, after I had completed my studies at the age of four, I understood the difficulties students faced and my subsequent encounters.

During my time, I developed practical strategies to help the apprentice of any clear, natural, and pleasant person. I focus on oral expression and comprehension, and explore the fundamentals of grammar and vocabulary within their context.

The courses are based on your pace and interests, including exercises that help you practice speaking, build your confidence, and prepare you for exams if you decide to take the test. After telling a story in German, your grammar wasn't particularly good.

Each course is tailored to your needs, with a mix of discussions, exercises, and concrete examples that you can memorize. My goal is to help you progress with the rule, maintain your motivation, and understand the training process.

Flexible scheduling allows you to easily fit the course into your week, whether after school, on weekends, or in the evenings. Book a course and start learning a method that works for you, including all sorts of tips, tricks, and practical advice.