If you want to brush up on your German, consider enrolling in a Los Angeles German course with Varsity Tutors. In this collaborative and immersive environment, we welcome high school students and adult learners alike. Come and join us if you attend a local high school such as Alexander Hamilton Senior High School or John Marshall Senior High School. If you attend a local college such as the University of Southern California, you can also benefit from a Los Angeles German course. There are many reasons why you may want to join a German course. Perhaps you're getting ready for a trip to Germany or you want to prepare for a college course. Taking a German course is a great way to get ahead and build your knowledge of the German language.
German is an exciting and vibrant language that is spoken natively by more than 90 million people. Although it is spoken in a variety of dialects, including High German and Low German, written German is considered to be relatively uniform. Low German is spoken in the lowlands of Germany. High German is found in the highlands of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. It is associated with mass media and higher learning. Enrolling in a German course can open up an array of professional and personal opportunities for you. In addition, it can introduce you to an exciting new culture and expand your understanding of the world.
What topics might I learn about in a Los Angeles German course?
Learning a language is a laborious process that requires an enormous amount of effort and patience. When you study German, some concepts your instructor may go over with you include vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. Let's have a brief look at each of these.
German vocabulary may strike some beginners as strange since it uses gender. This means that words can be masculine, feminine, or neuter. Although this can be a tough concept when you start out, your instructor can give you some insight into it and provide you with ways of remembering it. You will find that as you progress in your studies, it will become a bit easier to understand gender.
Grammar is the most important topic in any language because it allows you to piece words together. In a German course, you may discuss conjugation of verbs in many different tenses. Learning conjugations can be a rigorous process, but your instructor can help you out if you get stuck.
Pronunciation can sometimes be difficult for beginners, but in these courses, your instructor can give you assistance on any words that you may be struggling to pronounce. This is another area that is likely to become easier with practice.
How can a Los Angeles German course help me?
One helpful feature of courses is that they make use of collaborative learning. You can speak with other students and help each other with any difficulties. This method of learning has been shown to increase understanding of the material. Your instructor can step in and help resolve any issues that may arise. Let's say you're struggling with a certain grammatical structure. Your instructor can go over the issue and may be able to provide some useful study tips. In addition, you can schedule one-on-one time with your instructor to discuss topics that you need extra help with.
It's important to us that classes be as convenient as possible. Since classes take place entirely within an online environment, you don't have to worry about burning gas to get to a school. All you need to do is fire up your computer, connect it to the internet, and you are all set. Additionally, there are several sections that start monthly, so you can choose the class that best fits into your schedule. You can pick between a four-week class and a two-week class.
How can I get signed up for a Los Angeles German class?
German is an engaging language that is rich with culture and history. Apart from that, it offers boundless opportunities for personal growth. Enrolling yourself in a Los Angeles German class has the potential to benefit you in many areas of your life. Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to take your education to the next level.
Are you interested in getting signed up for a Los Angeles German class with Varsity Tutors? Feel free to contact us today if you have any questions about the classes. We are here to assist you with all of your language learning needs.
Chris: Los Angeles German course instructor
...in Physics, Biology, Literature, Language and Composition, Environmental Science, Economics, US history, and Chemistry. I was the President of my high school's only tutoring club and only math club, Infinity Math Club, where I dedicated my time tutoring struggling students in all math levels. I was a tutor in my high school's RAMS program for all academic subjects. I love working with students and love to see them succeed in subjects that they once struggled...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Mandarin Chinese
- Biomedical Engineering
- Writing
- +69 subjects
Daniel: Los Angeles German course instructor
...to help young people who want to further their education! Writing, reading, history, and German are my specialties. I'm actually a writer and poet myself, on top of being a singer and songwriter. Education is so important to your youth and to our society, and I'm just happy to be a part of it. And I believe that education is not just teaching how to do something. Education is also building a relationship and building...
Education & Certification
- Bradley University - Bachelors, Major in History, minors in German & English-Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- College Level American Literature
- AP US History
- +38 subjects
Zoe: Los Angeles German course instructor
...asking for and how to give the testing service what it wants. Students do best on these standardized forms of assessment when they know specifically what is being asked of them, and I am more than happy to help them figure it out. I can also engage students more fully in their homework in general, ensuring that they are not only completing their assignments accurately, but also verifying their grasp on the material. I look...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- French 1
- German 1
- French
- +27 subjects
Naama: Los Angeles German course instructor
...something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success at anything, and preparation leads to confidence. This applies to the SAT test; it applies to performing a concert; it is universal. I want to help build...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- German
- Hebrew
- Spanish
- Russian
- +41 subjects
Samara: Los Angeles German course instructor
...the last two years I have been working for a non-profit organization that specializes in the holistic mentorship of college students, and I am excited to see how the skills I gained there will transfer to my role as a Tutor. I possess a passion for knowledge and a gift for teaching that I can't wait to utilize to help you thrive in academia and reach your full potential as a student! This past year...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- ACT English
- SAT Reading
- +52 subjects
Ani: Los Angeles German course instructor
I am a native German speaker. I am fluent and have a lot of knowledge of the culture and customs. Furthermore, I am fluent in English and am able to help anyone pursuing up to college level English. ... I would try to find out why they are struggling with it and work on those areas. Furthermore, I would try to take the stress off of learning by making my sessions interesting.... I would try to get to know their study concepts and a little bit about their interests. I would ask about their strengths and weaknesses, and also give them a test so I can see where they are at. Depending on their preferences, I will start teaching
Education & Certification
- Glendale Community College - Current Undergrad, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 4
- Technology and Coding
- Middle School
- +39 subjects
Jacob: Los Angeles German course instructor
...always enjoyed teaching simply because I enjoyed and was passionate about the material itself. But I enjoyed it even more when I heard about all the success other students were having as a result of my teaching. I was recruited to Brown University for rowing, and am officially undeclared but plan on graduating with a dual degree in biology and German studies. My favorite subjects to tutor are the ones I'm most passionate about; namely biology,...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- High School Biology
- ACT English
- ACT Reading
- +21 subjects
Andrew: Los Angeles German course instructor
...Geometry, Trigonometry, and Chemistry. Since then, I have tutored for four years at the college level in both German and Music Theory/Aural Skills. I have also twice co-taught an intensive one-month long German 101 course, where I designed the lesson plans, and graded homework, quizzes and tests. I am a great tutor because of my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- PSAT
- Math
- +26 subjects
Ilana: Los Angeles German course instructor
...Cognitive Science (Neuroscience concentration) as well as a BMus and Masters degree in Voice and Opera Performance. I tutor test prep for the SATs and ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Spanish
- SSAT- Elementary Level
- +80 subjects
Jamison: Los Angeles German course instructor
...even if it means deviating form normal techniques. I have tutored both kids and peers in the past. I have found that for kids, especially in mathematics, relating to something they enjoy makes the experience more enjoyable. Regarding peers/college level students, I can relate to them very well, because I have been through exactly what they're going through and I believe the number one trait is patience. I never rush a student and treat them...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Elementary Math
- ACT Math
- German 3
- +20 subjects
Sophia: Los Angeles German course instructor
...wide range of ages in a wide variety of subjects throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in science-related fields, mostly for school-aged children and teens. Lastly, in my fifteen years of violin-playing, I have been part of a number of ensembles, including the Columbia University...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Italian
- Languages
- +97 subjects
Eric: Los Angeles German course instructor
...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 by helping others succeed where my teachers helped me succeed. Education is necessary for personal growth and human flourishing as a whole, and I try to embody this attitude while working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading philosophy and novels, writing, meditating, slacklining, and playing the occasional...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B
- IB Language B SL
- IB Language B HL
- +38 subjects
Sarah: Los Angeles German course instructor
...in ISEE, PSAT, and SAT prep, English, History, and German tutoring, and college essay coaching. Having worked in undergraduate admissions at a top 50 research university for 3 years, I know exactly what top colleges are looking for, and I'm ready to help you get into the school of your dreams. Whether you need tutoring in the Humanities, test prep strategies, or individualized essay assistance, I know that I can help you achieve your goals...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Mandarin Chinese
- Latin
- +89 subjects
Kristin: Los Angeles German course instructor
...German. I also volunteer at a local high school in all levels of the German classes as sometimes a pull out and after school tutor. I am a very passionate person, and one of my major passions is school and I want to spread that passion around and get people as excited for school as they were when they were younger. The most rewarding thing to me is when someone is able to say "Oh!...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teaching Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Physics
- ACT English
- German 1
- +33 subjects
Abigail: Los Angeles German course instructor
...get caught up and have worked as a writing tutor for about one year now. As you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success with teaching math, because I am a good communicator. I sincerely believe that a student can learn to do anything as long as he understands what his teacher is explaining (and that is where I come in!) On top of that, I am...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Test Prep
- PSAT Critical Reading
- Other
- +32 subjects
Joel: Los Angeles German course instructor
...my academic pursuits. I enjoy reading a variety of genres especially science fiction, fantasy, weird fiction, and all sorts of non-fiction. I sometimes try my hand at writing short stories or poetry. I also frequently play musical instruments and listen to music. I play the guitar, mandolin, and trumpet and sometimes the keyboards or bass guitar. My favorite genres to listen to are jazz, progressive rock, folk, classic rock, and classical music. Some of my...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- AP English Literature and Composition
- Biology
- SAT Math
- +60 subjects
Zach: Los Angeles German course instructor
...understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending on the student's way of learning. I am outgoing, encouraging and patient, and I will always push my students to achieve to the best of...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- High School Physics
- Arithmetic
- +31 subjects
Philipp: Los Angeles German course instructor
...math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S. and Columbia.... Patience is key. On the first few tries it's normal to get a question wrong, or to take a long time. Repetition and endurance will get you to a point where it'll come fast and easy.
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Reading
- Essay Editing
- German 2
- +28 subjects
Rachel: Los Angeles German course instructor
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Japanese
- Algebra
- Study Skills
- +46 subjects
Adesuwa: Los Angeles German course instructor
...been an amazing journey ever since! Between teaching 4th grade and solely instructing an accredited freshman-level sociology course at Rutgers University during my senior year of college, I've been fortunate enough to help students adequately connect with the necessary material (school work, prep courses, etc) in ways that suit their maturity level, learning style and personal needs. You can count on me to be patient and understanding, while still holding you accountable to our learning...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- Middle School
- GRE
- Middle School Social Studies
- +28 subjects