...and lived with a Host Family in 2006-2007. I continued to study the German language and culture all the way through college and graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in 2012 with a major in German Communication and Culture. I also have a large passion for Pennsylvania Dutch, along with the history of German immigration and the influence of immigration on the United States. I recently lived in northern Germany from 2013-2015, where I lived...
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...to help them develop a personalized learning strategy, formulate and meet individual goals, as well as maximize general academic success at all grade levels (and into college, in some cases). I am currently a graduate student at the University of Toronto pursuing a Master's degree in Medieval Studies with a specialization in antique languages, including Latin and pre-modern German. I attended the University of Florida for my undergraduate degree, where I dual-majored in History and...
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...years for all ages and levels. I am not limited to a singular approach or methodology to teaching, but completely customize my lessons to the needs and learning style of each individual student. Whenever appropriate, I like to include cultural elements in my lessons and I am very passionate about fostering a greater understanding among people of different cultural backgrounds and a deeper appreciation of what makes each of us unique. I am very engaged...
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...for languages with you to help you through UK GCSE and A-Level, IB or AP exams. I have experience with all of these exams and want to share with you some of my tips and tricks that I have learned along the way, so that I can make the track to understanding reading and speaking your language even easier. I am open and friendly and want to share the energy that I have with you...
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...I also completed the Teachers for Secondary Schools Program at the University of Southern Maine. As a life-long learner myself, I am passionate about learning and teaching. It is with great personal satisfaction that I have been able to help many students reach their personal goals. In my work with high school students, I have been successful in preparing them to excel in History or German in college. Many of my adult learners have been...
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...Being part of both the French and German society at my university has allowed me to also explore the social aspect to these languages and engage more with the popular culture. Familiarising yourself with aspects such as music and films in your target language is extremely motivational and I have found it has reinforced my will to learn even more about the languages, the countries they are spoken in and the cultures associated with them.
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I am an experienced tutor and teacher in English and German. I have studied German since 2007 and have lived in Germany for 5 years. I am excited to work with new students and develop a new approach for each student. I look forward to working with you!
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...with a preference for literary and creative genres. One-on-one tutoring presents my ideal teaching scenario: it allows me to provide my undivided attention, to tailor my approach to the student's needs, and to become a supportive and compassionate mentor all around. I strive to engage my student through a dynamic and friendly approach, and to make learning effective and fun. Besides reading and writing, I love live music shows, movies, making photo projects, skiing, the...
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I am a recent college graduate with a B.A. in geology and a minor in German studies. While in college, I worked as a German tutor and as a teaching assistant in a couple of geology courses. I love tutoring because it's helping you to achieve your academic and learning goals. I believe learning should be fun, and that the more a student is interested in what they're learning, the better they'll remember it.
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...that are more manageable. Whenever I'm not working or studying, I enjoy going to the gym, learning new things, and doing martial arts. I have a certificate of completion of Phase A in Krav Maga. I find that Math is everywhere. Therefore, in order to understand our surroundings, it is imperative that we understand this field, regardless of how daunting it may seem. Thus, my teaching philosophy focuses on understanding fundamentals, rather than memorization. It...
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...dependable person who possesses the ability to communicate information in an understandable way that students can easily comprehend. My extensive experience in management positions, as a business owner, and as an academic tutor (6 years) represent my love for training, teaching, discussing ideas, and developing individuals' critical thinking skills. Furthermore, as a global citizen who loves to share his experience and knowledge, I can provide students with an international perspective and make sure that they...
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...in the country. The Teaching Residency Program through the University of Pennsylvania provided me access to work with, and learn from some of the most successful educators in New England. During this two year program, I taught Chinese at one of the top elite prep boarding schools in the country, Saint Paul's School. My experience working with students is not limited to the classroom nor academic setting, as I worked equally as long with students...
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...for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches my life, yoga, running, and the odd game of...
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...in Public/Community Health. Since graduation, I have worked for a Government Agency and a School District in Upstate New York. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about German, conversational German, Health and Reading. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I...
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...Ireland, France and Germany for 7 years altogether. Four of those years were spent in Berlin where I learned German studying Philosophy and working as a tour guide. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Foreign Languages. In my experience helping students of all ages, ranging from helping with homework and test prep for school to the late bloomer looking to acquire further education after their "formal" education has...
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...so much to learn as we work and study together. I have studied and taught at university, particularly the psychology of learning to better understand how we learn things and grow. I speak three languages, French, English and German (plus a little bit of Hawaiian) and this has taught me a lot about how culture, words, and thinking influence each other. Basically, I've been a lifelong student myself so I am very happy to interact...
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...is most exciting for me to tutor German and writing because I am incredibly passionate about the German language and culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help students overcome many of the same challenges and hurtles that I and my peers overcame. Tutoring is a way for me to repay a debt I feel I owe to my own teachers...
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...functioning, and learning disabilities. With master's degrees in both Mathematical Physics and Special Education, I love teaching both advanced subject material and the fundamentals of literacy, organizing, and the whole human that go along with all learning. I often say I work best with folks who "love learning but hate school." I am very flexible with teaching, ethics and focus on student needs, styles and interests. In languages especially, I can bring students to great...
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While I enjoy young people in their 20's and 30's, and most older adults, I also enjoy working with middle and high-schoolers. I substitute teach for Charter Schools of America partly for the satisfaction of working with the younger kids. I expect I will always enjoy working with kids.
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Unlike many other modern European languages that are taught in high school and college foreign language courses, German presents a particular set of challenges. German education requires you to work through a complex vocabulary, whose cognates are more distant from English than those found in languages like French and Spanish. Likewise, while grammar can be difficult in any foreign language, in German this is particularly the case given its complex inflections and clause structures. Now that you are in your fourth year of studies, all of these aspects have come together in a very difficult mixture of speech, reading, and translation. Rather than struggle through the many difficulties of this intense course, contact Varsity Tutors today to learn about the German 4 tutoring options available near you.
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Recent German 4 Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I spent most of this time working on his paragraph for Mandarin. The topic was Chinese New Year and he had to write about the traditions, when it started, what animal this lunar year was, as well as how long it lasted. Most of the material he translated himself while I corrected his grammar and provided vocabulary he did not know. After he finished his paragraph, I had him read it out loud, and his intonation is getting better. His character writing is also improving, but he could use a little more work on his stroke order when writing characters.
In this class, we talked about the family. We learned the sentence structure "how many people are there in your family". Then they learned to identify different familial terms, such as mother, father, sister and brother. Then we learned to count from one to thirty. I also played their favorite Chinese songs for them.
The student had some homework from school he needed help with. It involved filling in some blanks in two dialogues. I explained what any unknown words meant and guided him to fill the blanks in correctly.
The student was very focused today, which was great to see. He studied for his dictation test and helped write a new sentence that he will copy each day during the week for extra practice. He worked hard in his workbook. I explained that I see my job as helping him become more independent and that he will learn better if he practices finding the answers himself.
We introduced the verb of location "zai" and practice using it when describing the location of objects. We continued to practice pronunciation and tones. We then finished the lesson by testing her listening skills.
Had a great first session with the student! We learned the four tones and PinYin as well as some basic Chinese characters. He did quite well as a beginner. We deed to practice more on the tones and PinYin.
