German tutor with TESOL certificate and over 4 years experience
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Thai
Arabic (Levantine)
French
German tutor with TESOL certificate and over 4 years experience
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From GermanyLiving in Nicosia, Cyprus (11:24 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 21, 2022
InterestsTravelHistoryFood
Hey, I am Tom! Probably the will to understand other people is the driving force that makes me love language. Language is like the key to a persons or cultures heart. Other than languages, I am really into food, my friends and living here in Thailand.
Hey, Ich bin Tom! Wahrscheinlich ist der der Wunsch andere Menschen zu verstehen, die mich antreibt Sprachen zu lieben. Eine Sprache ist der Schluessel zum Herzen einer Person oder einer Kultur. Ausserdem, liebe ich Essen, meine Freunde und das Leben hier in Thailand.
Me as a Teacher
I have been learning 3 languages without living in the country the language was spoken, so I can relate to learners. I am new to teaching but already have some university classes in English. Let's make it a fun and informative lesson about German, Germans, and Germany.
Ich habe 3 Sprachen gelernt, ohne in dem Land in dem die Sprache gesprochen wird zu leben, kann mich also in Lerndende hineinversetzen. Obwohl das Unterrichten noch neu fuer mich ist, habe ich schon einige Universitaetsklassen in Englisch. Lass uns einen spassigen und informativen Unterricht ueber Deutsch, Deutsche und Deutschland haben.
My lessons & teaching style
Shortly, I would describe myself as understanding. I try to figure out what makes it difficult for someone to learn german and then simplify as best as possible.
Especially, conversation and pronunciation are my favorites in teaching. Grammar is not really my strength.
Kurz gesagt, ich beschreibe mich als verstaendnisvoll. Ich versuche herauszufinden was es jemandem erschwert Deutsch zu lernen und vereinfache dann so gut es geht.
Was mir besonders liegt, sind Konversationen und Aussprache. Grammatik ist nicht meine Staerke.
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Education
2021 - 2022
Bachelor’s - Principles and Methods of Language EducationUSILACS
5.0
Rating
80
Students
433
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
80
Students
433
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
29 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
German Conversational Lessons
B1 - C2Conversation209 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 14% off
German for Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials188 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 14% off
Special Offer - 45 min for 15USD German Conversation for University Students
A2 - C2Conversation7 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
26 Reviews
Christian Hellwig
38 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
In English to express myself better: Tom is a fantastic teacher. He pays close attention. I never get the feeling that he is thinking about other things. He's very calm and encouraging of my efforts to express complicated thoughts. He comes up with a variety of questions and subjects to challenge my understanding and my ability to put together sentences. He's is always on time. When I get tired of talking, he makes me feel free to ask grammar questions or even questions about his own experience. This is always a good opportunity to improve my listening comprehension.
Nov 14, 2024
shawnna
12 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
This is a wonderful way to speak a new language. Tom is patient while I look for the right words, the way he explains and puts the words to use is so helpful. Even after two classes I already feel more confident with German.
Oct 2, 2024
Julia
9 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tom is always a pleasure to talk to! My German has improved greatly thanks to his help, and with his patience and suggestions, I have grown the confidence needed to speak German. I couldn't recommend him enough!
Jun 20, 2024
Spencer Toohey
6 German lessons
Tom is a great tutor! He always shows an interest in what I'm talking about and helps me sound more natural. He asks really good follow-up questions that encourage me to continue practicing my speaking!