Students who are interested in learning German as a second language can sign up for Phoenix German lessons with Varsity Tutors. At the high school and college levels, it's not uncommon for students to have to learn a foreign language. Many students choose to start their study of the German language early in their high school and college years. It's not uncommon for students at Trevor Browne High School or even Arizona State University's Downtown Phoenix Campus to reach out for help when they're just starting to learn German.
What might Phoenix German lessons include?
There are two types of lessons that Varsity Tutors can set you up with. The first is an online class where you interact with other students and your instructor in real time. The second option is private, one-on-one German lessons. Both methods have their strengths, but you'll have the opportunity to interact with an experienced German speaker no matter which method you choose. They may even choose to conduct classes solely in German for a truly immersive experience if your skill level is high enough.
Phoenix German tutors and instructors can help you to better understand the German language, which sounds very different from the English language. To truly retain the knowledge of a new language, you'll need to take advantage of opportunities to practice on a regular basis. Whether you're trying to increase your vocabulary, perfect your pronunciation, or improve your conversation skills, German language classes and private sessions with an academic coach can provide more opportunities to speak with others who are also learning and to clarify the rules that make up the German language.
If you prefer the energy and buzz of a classroom setting, a virtual German class might be the method that you could flourish in. You'll interact with the other students and your instructor after signing into Varsity Tutors' Live Learning Platform, which brings your classes to you no matter where you are. You'll have opportunities to collaborate with other students, engage in discussion, and to practice your conversation skills. This sort of setting can be helpful to students who are learning how syntax and grammar work in the German language. You can also communicate one-on-one with your instructor when you find you need a bit of extra help.
For those who find the energy of a classroom distracting, there is an option that allows for private, one-on-one attention. That option is to sign up for sessions with a Phoenix German tutor. With this method of instruction, there's more room for customization than you might get in a traditional classroom. You'll find that your instructor starts by creating a personalized lesson plan, using information that they learn about you starting in the very first session. You'll be able to focus on specific areas of the language, like vocabulary and verb conjugation, grammar and sentence structure, or noun usage.
It's also not uncommon for a student to combine both methods of instruction to create an even stronger opportunity to practice and solidify their knowledge of the German language.
How can I enroll in German lessons?
It doesn't matter why you're looking for academic assistance or whether you're a high school student at Desert Vista High School or an area college. It's easy to fit this academic instruction into your schedule, partly because you don't have to commute to a classroom. You can take German classes almost anytime because classes are scheduled throughout the day and new sessions start each month.
If private instruction is what you're looking for, you can use Varsity Tutors' Live Learning Platform to meet with your German tutor, no matter where you are. All you need is an Internet connection because the platform offers tools like video chat and a virtual whiteboard to have an interactive session with your tutor. Or, you can meet with them in person at the location of your choice. That location could be your home, your favorite library or café, or another space where you're comfortable studying.
We know that learning a new language can be complicated and is not without challenges, but repeated exposure to these new rules of language, vocabulary, and other elements can make a difference. So can working under the guidance of someone who has experience speaking and reading the language and who can help you address your challenges. If you reach out to the educational consultants at Varsity Tutors, we can help you get started in Phoenix German lessons, private tutoring, or both. Call today for more information.
Jackie: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...BA in Linguistics. My minors are Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I was born in Germany, and speak fluent German. I have always had a love and interest for languages, and my goal is to encourage students to also embrace foreign languages, and hopefully ignite a spark for second-language learning all kinds of different people. Learning a second, third, or even fourth language can be an extremely fun and rewarding process, and I want to be...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish 1
- +10 subjects
Douglas: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...was 7 years old, and the oldest was 82. All age groups are very enjoyable to tutor. I don't make up answers and I let my students know if I need to research something in greater depth to answer the 'why' questions. The joy of seeing a student reach the point of understanding a topic which has been difficult for them in the past to be most rewarding. Outside of work, I enjoy cycling, public...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, German and Women's Studies
- University of California-Berkeley - Masters, German Literature and Culture/Applied Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Writing
- English
- Essay Editing
- +25 subjects
Calista: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...student, as well as a member of an honor society, as well as the Publicity Chair, where I am in charge of writing all marketing media and press releases. Furthermore, on campus, I support foreign exchange students during their transitions to life within the U.S. I've also had experience in high school and college marching bands, where I had the opportunity to serve as drum major. Politics and government are two of my passions, and...
Education & Certification
- Northern Arizona University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Music
- High School English
- Elementary School Writing
- +51 subjects
Telia: Phoenix German lesson instructor
I love to experience new things in life - through travel, food, people, cultures, etc. Teaching is another expression of exchange that can provide new insight and depth of perspective for myself and my view of the world. ... Sharing my knowledge and passion through an interactive exchange - I love to learn things from my clients too!... First establish some basic level of companionship - understand what methods of delivery might be more effective for the student's receptivity.
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Alternative Energy Technologies
- University of New South Wales - Masters, Renewable Energy - Photovoltaic Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Technology and Coding
- Essay Editing
- Other
- +17 subjects
Jamison: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...the student find a way to understand the material, 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- Elementary Math
- Pre-Algebra
- +20 subjects
Ingrid: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...students of any age. I will provide learning tools and strategies in the learning process to support study skills to enable academic success. As a high school teacher I taught Career Technical Education classes which were oriented towards technology and career development for college. As a faculty member of the University of Phoenix I currently teach creative problem solving and critical thinking skills. Most important I love working with young people and will provide a...
Education & Certification
- Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
- Northern Illinois University - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- HTML
- Social Sciences
- +92 subjects
Susan: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...career development and tutoring a variety of subjects. Currently, I am a high school teacher where I teach and tutor students on subjects such as Social Studies, Economics, Global Studies, Government, US Government, Yearbook, and Dual Credit courses. Prior to my time at Clark University I spent a significant amount of time in Germany, so I am also able to tutor or teach German as well. I have a bachelor's degree in German as a...
Education & Certification
- Portland State University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
- Clark University - Master of Arts, Development Economics and International Development
- University of Arizona - Masters in Education, High School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- German 2
- Study Skills and Organization
- +31 subjects
Bill: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...the learning process. My role involves using my expertise to put the necessary resources in the hands of the students or more likely to be sure that my students are well equipped to find and evaluate the resources they need to answer their questions. Just like IBM, I want to help develop my students' thinking skills and acquisition of knowledge. My general hobbies are golf and swimming. I am not the best golfer, but I...
Education & Certification
- Macalester College - Bachelors, Classics
- Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Classics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Russian
- Foreign Language
- Latin
- +48 subjects
Leah: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...a teaching assistant for a number literature and history courses. Many of my students are in their first or second year of university, and I especially enjoy working with them as they make the transition from high school to university, learning on the one hand what it means to write university level research papers, and on the other, how to approach books and ideas that complicate what they know about history, literature, and life. In...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, English Literature / Italian
- University of Toronto - Masters, Medieval studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Italian
- French
- Latin
- +38 subjects
Tim: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...I have discovered a passion for mentoring and teaching, as it connects me with a younger generation. My greatest tutoring success story is my daughter, who just graduated from Columbia University with honors and is headed to law school. I am also a student and am completing my doctoral dissertation in pursuit of an EdD in organizational leadership at Grand Canyon University. I also teach business, finance, and entrepreneurship courses at GCU. In what little...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- German
- Technology and Coding
- Elementary Statistics
- Microeconomics
- +61 subjects
Moses: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...other class subject. I would feel stupid in class when they were teaching other class and super smart when it came to math. I was considered smart by people who are way smarter than me. But because I excelled in one thing that they did not they thought I was doing great in everything else which I did not. I now have a degree in Electrical Engineering and feel strong tutoring for math and science...
Education & Certification
- Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
- Grand Canyon University - Diploma, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Computer Science
- Geometry
- +91 subjects
Angela: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...German (beginner- and intermediate-level). Although I enjoy helping students improve in all subjects, I find that tutoring for standardized tests offers particularly rewarding experiences given the potential impact on students' future academic endeavors. My teaching style involves helping students find their ideal learning style based on their individual strengths and unique way of perceiving information. I try to focus on teaching "how" to think constructively rather than "what" to think. In my free time, I...
Education & Certification
- Northern Arizona University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- San Diego State University - Master of Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 2
- College Essays
- IB Philosophy HL
- +51 subjects
Joni: Phoenix German lesson instructor
With teaching and tutoring experience for more than 15 years, Joni is the right person to help you with whatever problem. He is patient, kind, creative and has built up knowledge in several different areas over the years.
Education & Certification
- Artez Popacademy Enschede the Netherlands - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music
Subject Expertise
- German
- Dutch
- Other
- Arrangement and Composition
- +38 subjects
Education & Certification
- Texas Tech University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago - Master of Science, Applied Psychology
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- CPA
- Languages
- +16 subjects
Elias: Phoenix German lesson instructor
Hi, my name is Elias; or for short I like to be called Eli Eid. I am interested in tutoring people who are struggling with either their languages, specifically English and German and/ or their math. I also can help with civil engineering courses.
Education & Certification
- The University of Memphis - Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering
- Memphis State Unversity - Master of Engineering, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Essay Editing
- Algebra
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- +36 subjects
Andrew: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...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 of students master the material. I also believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in Germany for a year, and...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- German 1
- PSAT Mathematics
- +26 subjects
Jacob: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...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, German, and math (algebra and trig). Outside of all that, I enjoy rowing, running, biking, watching films (in English and German), and playing guitar.
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- Pre-Calculus
- ACT Math
- College Algebra
- +21 subjects
Ilana: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...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 takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Spanish
- ACT English
- +80 subjects
Philipp: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...undergraduate at Columbia College. I love tutoring students in 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...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Subject Tests
- Literature
- SAT Mathematics
- +28 subjects
Elyse: Phoenix German lesson instructor
...from GRE Verbal test prep to Psychology. Of these subjects, I am most enthusiastic about ESL and German, as I believe learning another language is a wonderful way to open yourself up to new opportunities and experiences. From my own learning experience, I know it takes a lot of support to be a successful student, and I take joy in being part of my students' support team. It is important to me that students actually...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Psychology HL
- English Grammar and Syntax
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- +35 subjects