Top German Tutors serving Chicago
Harper: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...if I am having a conversation with a student. I can teach lessons around French and francophone film, literature, and music. In Mandarin, I have experience speaking with friends and acquaintances completely in Mandarin. Living in Chicago has given me access to Chinatown, a wonderful neighborhood overflowing with rich Chinese culture that I have been exposed to since birth. Currently I am a sophomore at Beloit College, majoring in International Relations and French, and minoring...
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Beloit College - Current Undergrad, International Relations and French minor in Mandarin Chinese
Avery: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...also studied German Language and Literature, eventually spending time studying at the Humboldt University of Berlin. I was previously involved with the group Culture Connect. This group was an after school program at local elementary schools to help ESL students with completing schoolwork and aid in language comprehension. While I tutor English, German, and Art, I am most passionate about German Literature. In my experience, it has always been most productive to make sure a...
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Bard College - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Brendan: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...received a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Arts degree in Middle Eastern and North African Studies and Modern Middle Eastern and North African Studies respectively from the University of Michigan. In September 2014, I began working as a substitute teacher. I teach students, some of whom are bilingual Arabic/English speakers, a wide variety of topics, including Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. However, my favorite topics to teach are History and Foreign...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Middle Eastern and North African Studies
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Arts, Modern Middle Eastern and North African Studies
Ella: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...graduated from Elon University in May, 2022. I received a Bachelor's degree in International Business with a German focus. I also received a degree from the Fine Arts department focusing on dance. I was born in Germany, lived there for six years, and am now a dual citizen of the U.S.A. and Germany. My junior year I enrolled in Heidelberg University to take courses with native speakers. I have a great passion for teaching and...
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Elon University - Bachelor in Arts, International Business
Priyanka: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...an educator, I have nearly four years of teaching experience during my Bachelor's. My fellow classmates always enjoyed learning mathematics from me. A Bachelor of Engineer Degree in Biotechnology from PESIT (India), and currently pursuing Master of Science in Biostatistics from University of Pittsburgh, have provided me with the requisite skills to assist students as they grow as academics and researchers. I tutor for mathematics and graduate level statistics. I have worked with students of...
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PESIT - Bachelor of Engineering, Biotechnology
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
John: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been for all learning types in various academic subjects. While my tutoring students gain much from their experiences from me, I equally gain so much insight and knowledge from the students I tutor. I have a passion for learning and my goal is to help every student I tutor to cultivate their own passions for learning...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Jessica: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
Hi, my name is Jessica! I have a bachelors in German and Music with a minor in marketing from Simpson College and a masters in Music Business from California State University Northridge. I love to teach and I'm excited to help you learn!
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Simpson College - Bachelor in Arts, German
California State University-Northridge - Master of Arts, Music Management and Merchandising
Jack: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...the key to a bright future begins in the classroom, and that each student deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond. I strive to do all I can to give students the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I have taken classes in teaching and taught, in classrooms, Reading and Writing, Social Studies, Science, and, my personal favorite, Math, at the Elementary and...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Education, Bilingual Education
Robert: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...using as many non-academic resources as I can in order to help students think of subjects as life skills rather than material they must know for a test. I want students to be motivated to learn for the sake of learning something new, rather than simply to pass a test. When I'm not tutoring or writing my medical school applications, I enjoy teaching myself new languages and reading works by authors such as Haruki Murakami,...
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New York University - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 700
Jhanelle: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
I recently graduated from the prestigious University of Chicago studying Germanic and Global Studies. I am therefore fluent in German, am well versed in the requirements of English language writing and in research skills. I have experience teaching children and adults, and I'm excited to share my knowledge with all of you!
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
LaShonda: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...their English course. Drawing on my interdisciplinary experience, I successfully guided students through research skills, literary analysis and the tools requisite for historical perspective. Another example includes my experience working in New York City public schools, K-12, as a Curriculum/Professional Development consultant with Ventures Education Systems Corporation (VESC). As a consultant for this national school reform and professional development organization, I designed and delivered workshops in balanced literarcy, test preparation and critical thinking. I evaluated...
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University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies
Alyssa: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...am a current college freshman at Columbia College Chicago, and am in the process of earning an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus in the performing arts. During the past five years, I have spent my time working as a Program Aide and Counselor for the Wisconsin Southeast Girl Scout Branch in both their offices and residential summer camps, as well as spent time as an Assistant Director with the Forest Park...
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Columbia College Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
Shannon: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Biochemistry. In my free time, I like to bake, read, watch Netflix, and go hiking (especially with my dog). My specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun book to read. In science or math, that could be running examples, either real or virtual.
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Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 31
Janina: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...about my two subjects as well as Health Education, as I'm also a certified Personal Trainer. It is important to me to pick up students where they stand, spark passion and feed their curiosity. My approach to teaching is to help students help themselves and provide them with the scaffold they need to reach their educational goals. I understand that every student is different and this is one of the things that I most value...
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Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel - Bachelor of Science, Geography
Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel - Masters in Education, Geography Teacher Education
Kathryn: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a mechanical engineering grad and current law student passionate about helping those interested in the STEM field
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Valparaiso University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
Ben: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I seek to find constructive learning methods for these students that are intertwined with creative outlets for the student to express themselves and learn about habits of being great leaders. I have also had experience peer tutoring German Language and Music Theory at Northwestern. I specifically enjoy teaching German Language because of both its meaning in my personal heritage and in the vast culture Germany contains. It is an appreciation for culture as citizens of...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
ACT English: 31
William: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Emory University. My core subject is general biology, which can range from molecular biology to genetics to ecology. Related topics I can explain due to my biology background are general, introductory chemistry and physics. I have also researched Joro spiders for population biology, and my current research is focused on immunology and cancer. I have used PCR, southern blot, western blot, and flow cytometry. In terms of German proficiency, I have been studying German for...
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Emory University - Bachelor's (in progress), Biology
Jordon: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
I began my love for teaching at an early age when I myself when I found a teacher in college that, no matter what, would not let me fail. I wanted to be just like him. I began working with children from different backgrounds and cultures and grew a passion for social-emotional learning. I teach with a gentle and encouraging hand and will be with you every step of the way!
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Roosevelt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Bernard: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...arts, and world languages, including German and Spanish. Over the past 10 years I have written and published several books about Chicago neighborhoods, as well as children's books. Writing is my passion and teaching writing and communicating skills is what I like to teach best. I was also a German major and love to help students navigate the language for communicating verbally or written. Tell me what you would like help with and what your...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, German
Brian: Chicago German tutor
Certified German Tutor in Chicago, IL
...of several miscellaneous languages. I also am an ESL tutor/teacher who has worked with several English language learners from all over the world in small and large classroom settings. Helping students learn and study languages is one of my absolute passions. I tutor for personal, professional, or academic purposes. I can tutor/teach Spanish, Italian, French, some German, ESL (English as a Second Language), Linguistics, Psychology, Sociology, Music, etc. I have an immense amount of foreign...
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College of DuPage - Current Undergrad, Spanish and Italian
Private German Tutoring in Chicago, IL
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If you've found yourself or your student in need of a top-tier Chicago German tutor, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a private instructor. More than 95 million people speak the language globally, and it is the second most spoken native language in Europe after Russia. Given the prevalence of the language, fluency can make you a more marketable job candidate, making it a popular choice of study. Maybe your high school student has just started down this path. Maybe you're the one beginning in college. Whatever the case, if you're ready to invest in your future, working with a Chicago German tutor can be a step in the right direction.
What are the benefits of working with a Chicago German tutor near me?
There are a number of reasons to consider securing the services of a private instructor, but one of the most obvious ones is that you get the support of a German language expert. Learning German can be a challenge on your own or even in a conventional classroom setting. Nouns may be singular or plural, come in three different genders, and may be nominative, accusative, genitive, or dative. They are preceded by articles, definite or indefinite, dependent upon gender and plurality. Verbs are conjugated relative to their subjects in either the present, present perfect, simple past, past perfect, future, or future perfect tense. The rules governing how these elements interact can be complicated and difficult to understand, but working with a Chicago German tutor can make the learning process easier to navigate.
Chicago German tutors can also make learning how to speak the language a little simpler. Whether you meet with your instructor using video chat on our Live Learning platform or in person, they can help you practice the German accent, correct your pronunciation in real time, and get you used to translating a conversational rate of German on the fly. This can be especially helpful for professionals who are contemplating a move to a German-speaking country for work or just looking to more productively interact with their international counterparts. It can also be useful for students preparing for higher-level coursework where instruction takes place almost entirely in German.
Chicago German tutoring can be customized to your individual learning needs. In a traditional classroom setting, teachers can't necessarily wait to make sure every student is ready to go before moving on to the next unit. They only have so many days in the school year to get through their curriculum. Your Chicago German tutor can afford to wait, though. If it takes a little longer than expected for you to wrap your mind around a topic, that's perfectly fine. These sessions are about you, not a specific schedule.
Chicago German tutors can tailor their tactics to your preferred methods of instruction. They can take the time to get to know you and your personality, and build lesson plans to motivate you. For instance, some people best absorb information through repetition. If this describes you, flashcards might be a good way to improve your recall of vocabulary words. Maybe you have a competitive streak a mile wide. If you do, consecutive timed vocabulary quizzes might be a good way to motivate your improved recall. The ability to customize instruction approaches to best engage their students can give Chicago German tutors an edge in helping you pursue your goals.
Chicago German tutoring presents a flexible learning opportunity. We can match you with an instructor whose schedule dovetails nicely with your own, so your sessions end up taking place on your time. You also get to choose where you participate. If the online option makes sense for you, you can log on to our Live Learning Platform and connect using video chat, the virtual whiteboard, and document sharing from the campus library at the University of Chicago or from your kitchen table. If you'd prefer to meet face to face, you can arrange to see your local instructor at a nearby cafe. This sort of flexibility makes Chicago German tutoring a great option for busy professionals and students.
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