Dutch second language - Utrecht - Private lessons

Dutch second language

From 42 € /h

My language lessons are always tailored to the student. I provide interaction, the pupil will be encouraged from the start to experiment with the Dutch language, always within the pupil's own perception of the world, so that what is learned is placed in a personal context and automatically supplemented with elements that are specific to the pupil.
I have a number of fine methodologies at my disposal, but I also work with ease with material that the pupil has brought from school or from home, or else will select material to measure.
I have been teaching Dutch as a second language for 20 years and have a master's degree in education with a specialization in learning disabilities.

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Centrum Utrecht

Louizalaan, Brussel, België

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Specialist in (language) education and design, with an engineering background. Competence based education. Authentic education. Motivation.

Language training Dutch. Private and group training. Beginners, intermediate and advanced level. Workspace based ('VCA' (safety regulations in the building industry) pre-training). Presentations and meetings in Dutch as a second language for managers. Also for families / expats / students that move to a Dutch speaking area and children who learn Dutch as a second language at school.

Study counseling and homework support (motivation, planning, writing skills, Dutch, maths, physics). Support to children with learning difficulties, thesis writing support.
Based in both Utrecht and Brussels, and online.

Education

In 2005, I obtained a master in Educational Sciences (University of Brussels), in 1991 I obtained a master in Industrial Design (Technical University of Delft).

Experience / Qualifications

I have got more than 14 years of teaching experience. Most of all in the field of Dutch as a second language, but helping students with motivational problems is another specialty.

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

Dutch

English

French

Skills

Dutch for adults

School

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

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- review lessons for a test/exam
- explore a concept seen in class in more depth
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2. Cours de conversation : s’entraîner à pratiquer la langue à partir de textes qui traitent de l’actualité ou de jeux de rôle.

J'ai à coeur de m'adapter aux besoins, au rythme et aux spécificités de chaque élève, afin de créer une atmosphère conviviale et propice à l'apprentissage.

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Néerlandophone de naissance, j'ai grandi aux Pays-Bas avant de déménager en Belgique où je vis depuis maintenant plus de quarante ans.

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My lessons are structured, encouraging, and tailored to each student's level and personality. I create a positive environment where students feel comfortable, progress, and gain confidence.

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- support adolescents to acquire a good work methodology
- support social science students in understanding basic concepts
- write various texts for students and professionals
- proofread texts to validate the style and correct grammar and spelling mistakes

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-PERSONALIZED APPROACH to fill gaps and strengthen skills

-AUTONOMY-CENTRED METHOD to give the student not only the knowledge he needs, but also the tools and methods so that he becomes more autonomous in his learning

-EXPERIENCE, PATIENCE AND PEDAGOGY to make learning accessible and motivating

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Sessions are designed according to the student’s goals, whether it’s clarifying course material, preparing written assignments, or exploring theoretical texts independently.

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Sessions can be focused on specific authors or movements (e.g. Plato, Spinoza, feminist theory), or organized thematically around concepts such as love, beauty, perception, or subjectivity. The goal is to foster rigorous but accessible understanding, with attention to both conceptual clarity and historical context.

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🎓 Tailor-made private lessons
Need help with your homework, language classes, or humanities subjects?
A graduate in sociology and currently pursuing a master's degree in history, I support students with clear, personalized and motivating teaching methods.

📘 Areas offered:

- Homework help: regular monitoring to help you understand, assimilate and succeed in your schoolwork.

- French & English: learning, refresher, oral and written practice.

- Human and social sciences: history, geography and sociology, with a lively and structured approach.

I have worked as a homework helper in Swiss private schools as well as in various social institutions, where I accompanied and helped students of different ages and profiles, developing teaching methods adapted to each one.

Feel free to contact me for more information.

Throughout my school career, I have acquired a rigorous working method and a real ability to adapt to different levels and subjects. I myself have benefited from good academic support, and today I would like to pass on these keys to success to students who need them.

What I propose

Homework help/Academic support for primary, middle/high school and higher education students (in my field of study).

Academic support in various subjects: French, mathematics, history-geography, languages (French, English, Spanish), as needed.

Organization and work methodology: learn to plan, summarize effectively, and revise methodically.

Regarding the course structure, the goal is to adapt to the student and their needs. It is entirely possible to:

-help the student with his homework by providing educational support
- review lessons for a test/exam
- explore a concept seen in class in more depth
- work on a working/learning methodology

Of course, this can also be defined by the time of the school year (holidays, approaching exams, etc.)

I offer tailored courses, in person or remotely, according to the needs of each student. For academic support, I adapt to the program followed by the child or adolescent, by deepening the concepts already covered, by re-explaining difficult points or by dissecting problematic themes.

For adults, I mainly teach the basics in Dutch, but I can adapt my lessons to different objectives. For example: learning the vocabulary for a new position, preparing for an exam (Selor, language certification), refreshing your knowledge before an interview, or improving your ability to communicate effectively in a professional or personal context. My approach is always flexible, student-centered, and aims to strengthen both understanding and self-confidence.

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Ma méthode s’articule autour de deux axes principaux, selon vos besoins :

1. Cours théoriques : apprendre ou parfaire ses connaissances de la langue à l’aide d’exercices de grammaire (conjugaison, construction de phrases), enrichir son vocabulaire.

2. Cours de conversation : s’entraîner à pratiquer la langue à partir de textes qui traitent de l’actualité ou de jeux de rôle.

J'ai à coeur de m'adapter aux besoins, au rythme et aux spécificités de chaque élève, afin de créer une atmosphère conviviale et propice à l'apprentissage.

------

A propos de moi :

Néerlandophone de naissance, j'ai grandi aux Pays-Bas avant de déménager en Belgique où je vis depuis maintenant plus de quarante ans.

Dès ma jeunesse, j'ai appris plusieurs langues étrangères (français, anglais, et allemand) et me suis intéressé à leur fonctionnement ; ceci m'a permis d'avoir une excellente compréhension de la grammaire de manière générale, mais aussi de mieux appréhender ce qui peut faciliter ou entraver l'apprentissage d'une nouvelle langue.

Au cours de ma vie, j’ai déjà pu accumuler de l’expérience en tant qu'enseignant de langues, aussi bien dans le cadre de cours individuels que collectifs, à des jeunes et à des adultes.

Des questions ? N'hésitez pas à m'envoyer un message pour plus d'informations !

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Whether your child needs help with homework, exam preparation, or improving their confidence in French, I adapt each lesson to their specific needs and the requirements of their school.

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My services:

- French IB (Middle School and Diploma Programme)

- European Schools

- Homework help and exam preparation

- Oral expression and development of self-confidence

- Grammar, written expression and comprehension

My lessons are structured, encouraging, and tailored to each student's level and personality. I create a positive environment where students feel comfortable, progress, and gain confidence.

The courses are available online, as well as in person in Brussels and Tervuren, depending on my availability.

My availability is given as an indication; I therefore recommend that you contact me directly to find a time slot that suits you.

Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your needs.

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