Whether you are choosing to learn German outside of a classroom for your own benefit, studying at Torrey Pines High School or San Ysidro High School, or learning at the University of San Diego, Varsity Tutors can help you enroll in a San Diego German class. Whether you have some knowledge of German already or you are starting as a complete beginner, it is important to keep in mind how many opportunities you will have to communicate in the language, whether through conversations in written word or by speaking it aloud.
Over 90 million people use German as their official language. It is the language of both Austria and Germany and acts as one of the three official languages of Switzerland. German is part of the Indo-European language family as well as the West Germanic group. It belongs to the same group as Dutch, English, and Frisian.
German has many dialects, and most of these belong to the High German or Low German groups. Low German is primarily the language of the lowlands of northern Germany. In comparison, High German is used in the southern and central highlands of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.
By enrolling in a San Diego German course, you can get some help with any personal goals you might have. This could include the ability to be bilingual in a business industry that is becoming more globalized by the day, the chance to dive into new and interesting cultures that use German as their primary language, or receive the help you need to understand your classwork.
What kind of material will I be learning in a San Diego German class?
You will learn plenty in your German class, including commonly used phrases, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar and sentence structure. Your German teacher will be there to help you along the way as you dive into both the basics of the language and the more complex parts of it.
Verbs in German are usually paired with a noun or a pronoun. They relate to either the present, past, or future. You will learn how to conjugate a verb based on the tense. In German, verbs fall into one of three categories: weak, mixed, or strong. Weak, or regular verbs, will follow a specific conjugation pattern, whereas mixed and strong verbs are considered irregular. It will take a lot of memorization to learn which form a verb takes and how it conjugates based on its tense and regularity.
Nouns in German are assigned genders. They are either neuter, masculine, or feminine. To learn what gender a word is, you will have to use different gender markers. This marker is the word "the" in English and translates to "der" in the masculine form, "die" in the feminine form, and "das" in the neuter form. It can get tricky, though, because "die" also refers to any plural forms of a noun.
How does a San Diego German course help me learn?
A San Diego German class is fully online, though you will not have to worry about sacrificing interactivity for convenience. The virtual classroom is fully interactive, and you can participate with other classmates as though they were there with you. Being able to work with other students can help you through some of the trickier parts of German through collaboration, which promotes learning for both you and the other student.
There will be plenty of discussions about what you are learning, and with the aid of a professional instructor, you can get better at memorization and language comprehension. Some teachers may offer to teach the class in German, depending on how comfortable you are with the language. This immersion can help students grasp the language on a deeper level.
If you feel like you need more time with your instructor, a San Diego German course will let you request some one-on-one time with the teacher. This can help you get through some of the harder parts of the German language.
With a virtual setting, you never have to worry about a commute. You can study wherever you feel comfortable. Additionally, you are not limited to having to study at a specific time each day or week. If you prefer to learn during the day, on the weekends, or even at night, you can choose this option. Classes begin on a rolling monthly basis, so you can jump in and get started sooner rather than later.
How can I get started?
If you are ready to begin your German language learning adventure, contact Varsity Tutors to begin a San Diego German course. We can tell you what classes are available, how and when you can enroll, and more details on what is covered in the classroom. With the aid of an experienced German instructor and the interactivity of a virtual classroom and everything it has to offer, you can make the necessary strides in learning German.

Matthew: San Diego German course instructor
...Civil Engineering from San Diego State. I've always loved puzzles and problem solving, so naturally math and science have always been my strong suits. As a matter of fact, Calculus was, and still is, my favorite subject. As an Engineer I am also well grounded in Physics and Chemistry. I've always been a good test-taker and I know what it takes to get the grades. I know that it can make a huge difference to...
Education & Certification
- San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Physical Chemistry
- SAT Math
- Calculus
- +46 subjects

Bjoern: San Diego German course instructor
...German secondary schools for over 7 years, teaching students grades 5 through 12. On top of that, I was responsible for organizing a school exchange with a Chinese high school and also to accompany the group of German students on a 2-week-trip to China. With all that being said, I love teaching and offering as many opportunities as possible to students to gain experience that they can use in real life. As a teacher at...
Education & Certification
- University of the Saarland - Bachelors, Sports Science, English (English as a Foreign Language), Educational Science
- University of the Saarland - Masters, Sports Science, English (English as a Foreign Language), Educational Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Conversational German
- English Grammar and Syntax
- TOEFL
- +16 subjects

Jacob: San Diego German course instructor
...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, German, and math (algebra and trig). Outside of all that, I enjoy rowing,...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- Pre-Calculus
- German 2
- ACT Science
- +21 subjects

Andrew: San Diego German course instructor
...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 am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- PSAT Writing Skills
- Geometry
- +26 subjects

Ilana: San Diego German course instructor
...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 not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Greek
- Other
- +80 subjects

David: San Diego German course instructor
...in specific topics and in learning itself. While I agree that the goal of teaching is to help someone learn a certain topic, the greatest achievement in teaching I have experienced is giving someone the ability to reason, and the drive and ability to begin teaching themselves. I enjoy teaching certain topics because of their power to bring this about, including languages, mathematics, and (of course) philosophy. All of these areas stretch from an elementary...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Languages
- Math
- +55 subjects

Elyse: San Diego German course instructor
...professional and academic background, I tutor a broad range of subjects, 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...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- SSAT- Middle Level
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL
- Algebra
- +35 subjects

Alexander: San Diego German course instructor
...I have strong experience working with students who have learning disabilities. I'm near-fluent in German and Spanish, have a year of Chinese under my belt, and have introductory familiarity with Turkish, Korean, French, Italian, and Japanese. If you ever need a conversation practice partner for German/Spanish, let me know! Talking again about math, I have the most experience teaching Pre-Algebra through Algebra II, but I'm more than comfortable working with students in all levels through...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Pre-Algebra
- High School Geography
- +81 subjects

Natalie: San Diego German course instructor
...and I just moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity....
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Latin
- French 2
- +59 subjects

Sarah: San Diego German course instructor
...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 and reach academic success. Thanks for reading, and I look forward to working...
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

Flynn: San Diego German course instructor
As an ME student at MIT, I've learned a lot about math and science, and I'd love to share that knowledge with students here. I've taught over thirty students in standardized test preparation, English, German, and various kinds of math and science. It's very important to find teaching methods that meet students' individual needs,so the first meeting will usually be largely about finding the perfect learning strategy for a student.
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- MATLAB
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +46 subjects

Eric: San Diego German course instructor
...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 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...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- +38 subjects

Adesuwa: San Diego German course instructor
...am about teaching and kick-started my tutoring career many years ago while volunteering at a refugee home in Berlin. It's 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...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- Social Studies
- German 2
- Other
- +28 subjects

Philipp: San Diego German course instructor
...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 to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S....
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Writing and Language
- SHSAT
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- +28 subjects

Alexander: San Diego German course instructor
...It was after my year in London that I started my professional life in Washington where I worked for a think tank for a year. During that year I got my first experience in tutoring American students in German. My students included middle school level all the way up to senior-level professionals. My favorite part of teaching German to my students was following their progress and seeing them reach their goals together with me. My...
Education & Certification
- University of Vienna - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- London School of Economics - Masters, Politcal Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 4
- Conversational German
- German 2
- +3 subjects

Jamison: San Diego German course instructor
...person. I speak clearly and always make sure I can help 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Geometry
- Middle School Math
- Math
- +20 subjects

Rachel: San Diego 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
- Social Studies
- Advanced Placement
- +46 subjects

Zach: San Diego German course instructor
...am a junior at Colorado School of Mines, studying Engineering Physics. As a physics major, I know the importance of 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...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- Algebra
- Calculus
- +31 subjects

Scott: San Diego German course instructor
...for student and tutor. I am patient and personable when tutoring. Middle school, high school, and beginning college students are my specialty, but I can tutor students of any age. I can customize lessons to your needs and interests, and I can help you more easily understand some of the elements of German that may seem a little intimidating or complex at first. Aside from tutoring and using German, I am an international relations professional...
Education & Certification
- University of New Hampshire-Main Campus - Bachelors, German
- Boston University - Masters, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Languages
- German 3
- Conversational German
- +3 subjects

Maria: San Diego German course instructor
...language learning needs and goals of each individual student. If there's one thing I've learned throughout my tutoring experience, it's that repetition just doesn't cut it when you're trying to achieve fluency in a foreign language. Or at least conventional repetition doesn't. In my tutoring sessions, I expose my students to a plethora of resources that use the vocabulary they need to ace their German classes in a way that provides each student with shades...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, German, Writing Minor
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Comparative Literature
- German 2
- +14 subjects