Students in the Syracuse area who are interested in learning German may want to consider reaching out to Varsity Tutors to sign up for Syracuse German lessons. German is spoken by around 90 million people and it is the official language of Germany and Austria. Spoken Germany has several different dialects, including Low German and High German. Low German is the spoken language of the lowlands of northern Germany while High German is spoken in the southern highlands of Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. High German is the dialect that is used in mass media, literature, higher education, and administration. As such, most German classes focus on High German.
One reason you may be studying German is that many high schools and colleges require students to take a foreign language class. So whether you are taking a basic German class at Henninger High School or Corcoran High School or taking more complex courses at Syracuse University, you can feel confident that an instructor in Syracuse German lessons can help.
What are the benefits of the different types of Syracuse German lessons?
When you sign up for Syracuse German lessons, you have the option of choosing between two different types of assistance, including online German classes and German tutoring. Online German classes resemble traditional classes as you can work with an instructor and other students, while German tutoring involves working with a private instructor.
One major challenge when it comes to learning a new language is getting consistent practice. Consistent practice is necessary to work on becoming proficient in the language, especially in regards to speaking and listening. Practicing your speaking and listening skills can help with pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Both types of German lessons can help you practice these skills by giving you a chance to speak the language on a regular basis. Additionally, depending on your skill level, you may be able to take sessions that take place entirely in German, which gives you an opportunity to immerse yourself in the German language.
If you prefer studying in a collaborative environment, you may want to enroll in online German classes. You can learn about vocabulary and grammar from your instructor and then practice those skills along with your pronunciation by talking to your classmates in class discussions and activities. Students who are having difficulty with a particular topic can meet with an instructor after class to seek further clarification.
Students who prefer a more personalized approach to studying German may wish to connect with a Syracuse German tutor. A Syracuse German tutor can assist you with your speaking and listening skills by talking to you about topics that could be related to your hobbies or career, which can help you stay engaged in your study sessions. A Syracuse German tutor can also more easily adapt the way they present topics based on your learning style because they'll be working with you on an individual level. Private instruction could also offer you more control over the topics you cover and how much time you spend on each topic.
How can I enroll in Syracuse German lessons?
Finding room in your schedule for German lessons can be challenging. You may have other classes, work, or extracurricular activities that take up the bulk of your time. Online German classes can help with this because new classes are offered every month. Class times are also available throughout the day, making it easy to fit a class into your schedule. Classes take place entirely online, meaning you don't have to stress about how you're going to get to your class because you can attend class from your home or anywhere else you have internet access.
It may be even easier to fit a study session into your schedule if you connect with a private instructor because you just have to coordinate with one other person. You can also meet with your instructor online, which eliminates the need to travel to meet them. However, you do also have the option of meeting with your instructor in person. This could prove useful for students who prefer a more practical approach to studying because you can travel to different locations to practice your skills.
Learning a new language can be extremely difficult. But studying with an instructor who can help guide you through the subject material and give you opportunities to immerse yourself in the language can help you work towards reaching your goals. If you believe you could benefit from enrolling in Syracuse German lessons, don't hesitate to contact Varsity Tutors either over the phone or online.

Sarah: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...my unconventional education path, I am passionate about nontraditional education and learning through action, particularly for foreign languages! I have been tutoring for various subjects (Math, English, Spanish, German, etc.) since 7th grade and now work for an SAT tutoring startup called Pathway Prep where I provide tutoring for the English sections and revise CommonApp essays. I love learning and want to share my passions with others because I know it can be hard!
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Spanish 3
- AP Spanish Language & Culture
- +16 subjects

Cristiana: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...to prepare yourself for whatever the future may hold, and let's face it: we all have a little "save the world" in us - it's just a matter of getting there. Everyone's version of "saving the world" is different, and often times you can't make it alone; and that's perfectly alright. After all, Stephen Hawking wouldn't have had much to learn from without Einstein, nor Einstein without Newton. As a tutor and a student, who...
Education & Certification
- Syracuse University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Linear Algebra
- 5th Grade Reading
- +51 subjects

James: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...Wisconsin-Madison in 2007. I have a passion for language and languages, and I've spent a lot of time and effort learning German, Viennese, Dutch, French, and Spanish. My teaching and research interests are intentionally interdisciplinary, ranging from European culture, literatures and languages, to several subfields of linguistics (sociolinguistics, dialectology, linguistic anthropology, internet linguistics). I'm particularly passionate about teaching my students to think about and LOOK AT language in completely mind-bending ways. (If I'm your tutor,...
Education & Certification
- Linfield College-McMinnville Campus - Bachelor of Science, Germanic Languages, General
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master of Arts, Germanic Languages, General
- Globe University��Madison West - Doctor of Philosophy, Germanic Languages, General
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- Dutch
- Spanish
- +37 subjects

Rachel: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...culture at the university level. However, I have also worked with learners of all ages, from 3rd grade to senior citizen, in both school and tutoring settings. I tutor a wide range of subjects (English, French, German, Spanish), but what links them all is language as a tool for connection and personal growth. Learning someone else's language shows that you respect their culture and want to understand it. At the same time, learning a new...
Education & Certification
- Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, French
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Philosophy, French
Subject Expertise
- German
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- Spanish
- French
- +25 subjects

Clark: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...-- spoken and for research. My work in finance has required skills with mathematics. I have taught university classes in finance and international economics. Another area of much interest, related to my background in history and public policy, is US constitutional law. I published a book on monetary history (*Gold, France, and the Great Depression*) , and a more recent book of essays on topics in economics and diplomatic history (http://books.ksplibrary.org/978-625-7501-75-0/ ) .... I have...
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Yale University - Doctor of Science, History
Subject Expertise
- German
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- French
- College Application Essays
- +47 subjects

Andrew: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a desire to learn more of the German language through a glimpse of what is possible once one has a basis in the language. I also have taken German Diction classes because of my background in vocal performance, and this means that I am especially adept at dealing with difficulties in pronunciation, or when students are having trouble...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- ACT
- SAT Reading
- +26 subjects

Joel: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...they need help understanding and how best to approach explaining it to them by building on their strengths. I think it's important to allow students time to think about problems and try to approach them on their own before giving them guidance so that they can develop confidence in their own ability to approach similar challenges independently. I have many hobbies outside of my academic pursuits. I enjoy reading a variety of genres especially science...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- AP English Language and Composition
- Test Prep
- Math
- +60 subjects

Jamison: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...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 with the...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 3
- Middle School Math
- Algebra
- +20 subjects

Thomas: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in Political Science and German from the University of Rhode Island, and a Master's degree in Environmental Management from Duke University. I speak...
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- High School English
- ACT English
- +47 subjects

Meghan: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...more than the subject at hand; it's about finding the ways in which you learn best and allowing yourself to have what you need, even if it isn't seen as average. Too often, our schools value data over students and forget that education is about discovery and personal growth. As a teacher and tutor, I strive to understand my students individually as whole, complex people. In doing so, I am able to better reach the...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Boston College - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Test Prep
- Middle School Reading
- +33 subjects

Zach: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...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 their abilities.
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Trigonometry
- College Algebra
- High School Physics
- +31 subjects

Elyse: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...Germany, and traveling around Europe. My focus was on Business English, training professionals who wanted to improve their language skills. Now that I am back in the United States, I teach beginning English to refugees in Durham, North Carolina. Given my varied 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...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- ISEE-Upper Level Writing
- SSAT- Middle Level
- ESL/ELL
- +35 subjects

Monica: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...academic pursuits take them. I grew up in Toledo, Ohio and have lived and traveled all over the US. I've also traveled overseas and spent six years living in Germany. I studied Photography at the Cleveland Institute of Art and have a Master's of Fine Art in Public Art and New Artistic Strategies from the Bauhaus in Weimar, Germany. Working as a fine artist is an excellent way to indulge my interest in a variety...
Education & Certification
- Cleveland Institute of Art - Bachelors, Photography
- Bauhaus-University Weimar - Masters, Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Math
- Literature
- SAT Mathematics
- +52 subjects

Rachel: Syracuse German lesson 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
- Other
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +46 subjects

Danielle: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...about a subject. That's when I've truly done my job! I believe it's important to tailor each lesson to the student's personal learning style and interests. That way a subject becomes approachable and intriguing for the student, as opposed to intimidating and stressful. I currently live and work in Germany as the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship. I work at local middle and high schools, teaching English to students and running an "American Group" in...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- ACT Writing
- College Essays
- AP German Language and Culture
- +24 subjects

Adesuwa: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...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 goals. You...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Reading
- Elementary School
- Middle School Science
- +28 subjects

Sarah: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...of my students leaves our sessions with greater knowledge and a deeper love of learning. I believe in tailoring creative learning strategies to each individual student's needs. I specialize 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...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- Latin
- +89 subjects

Ilana: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of words in my own cobbled-together language. I also have a special place in my heart for books about turn-of-the-century magicians and anything Viennese.... 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.
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Spanish
- Algebra 3/4
- +80 subjects

Maria: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...produce spontaneous speech, rather than a focus on one-to-one translations that don't always make sense. I help my students learn to understand, speak and produce texts in context, while using hands-on activities with music, literature and film to explore grammatical concepts and get a strong understanding of German culture. During our lessons, the focus lies not only on those areas that the student needs to improve upon to have academic success, but also provides them...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, German, Writing Minor
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- English
- Writing
- +14 subjects

Scott: Syracuse German lesson instructor
...which I traveled to Bavaria twice as an exchange student. I then went on to complete my MA in German Studies at Michigan State University. In 2009, I became certified to teach German and English at the secondary level. I have been a tutor since my acceptance into the National Honor Society in high school. I have tutored at Alma College and have worked as a teaching assistant at Michigan State, where I helped design...
Education & Certification
- Alma College - Bachelors, German
- Michigan State University - Masters, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 4
- German 1
- Languages
- +3 subjects