Manuel
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Manuel
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Russian
Georgian
Specialties
MedicalBusinessTest PreparationCertified linguist (MA) helps with test & interview preparation, Business and Medical German
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Russian
Georgian
Specialties
MedicalBusinessTest PreparationCertified linguist (MA) helps with test & interview preparation, Business and Medical German
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From GermanyLiving in Berlin, Germany (20:08 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 2, 2020InterestsScienceMedical & HealthcareBusiness & Finance
***In AUG 24 - OCT 24 I have helped students to pass these exams with excellent results: Goethe***
I have 15 years teaching experience and offer three specializations:
1. Test Preparation (telc, Goethe, TestDAF, fide, SDS (completed training for TestDAF, examiner for telc)).
2. Interview Preparation & Business - certified for Business English (I can help with Business German) / Job-coach
3. Medical / Medizin - telc certified for doctors
Additionally, I offer pronunciation classes with targeted exercises to get you to a native-like pronunciation (a topic often neglected).
My native tongue is German. I speak accent-free Standard German and I am fluent in English as well.
Me as a Teacher
My background is linguistics (Master of Arts) with many years of language teaching experience and an understanding of the structure of languages. In my final thesis I explored how cultural differences are manifested in languages and how they are mistakingly carried into target languages by learners.
I have worked as a language teacher on almost all levels (except with toddlers and children). I have taught groups and individuals at university and school level as well as in business environments. Many of my current clients are from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Furthermore, I love languages and constantly try new methods for my own language learning to put me in the shoes of the learner.My lessons & teaching style
My teaching style is goal-oriented and suited to individual needs.
My classes are well-prepared and structured with the freedom to adjust to your progress.
It is most important for me that you feel safe and free to make mistakes and at the same time experience a sense of achievement.
After defining your needs I make sure to help you achieve them through:
- A thorough analysis of your sticking points
- language teaching for your conversational or job-specific needs
- using authentic and grammar focused materials
- huge emphasis on your pronunciation and the application of relevant phrasesMy teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Coaching Skills - University of California Davis - 2023
Certificate verified
Prüfer und Bewerter-Lizenz A1-C2 - TELC - 2021
Certificate verified
Certificate in Teaching Business English - IH - 2020
Certificate verified
Zertifizierter Dozent: Deutsch für Mediziner - TELC - 2020
Certificate verified
Education
2003 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Language and Communication
2007 - 2008
Bachelor’s - English, German - Teacher CertificateTeacher Studies for English and German Pre-degree in Pedagogy
2008 - 2011
Master's - Linguistcs of Communication and English
5.0
Rating
274
Students
2,656
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
189 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
German Grammar & Conversation Practice
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,528 lessons completed
USD 48.00+
Package with 6% off
Interview Preparation & Business German
A1 - C2Business232 lessons completed
USD 52.00+
Package with 9% off
Deutsch für Mediziner
A2 - C2Business110 lessons completed
USD 45.00+
Package with 2% off
Test Preparation (Goethe, TestDAF, telc, fide, SDS)
A1 - C2Test Preparation576 lessons completed
USD 53.00+
Package with 4% off
Availability
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157 Reviews
stephanierabasa
8 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I had 2 weeks to prepare to do the SDS exam aiming at an A2. I booked daily preparation classes with Manuel during those 2 weeks. After 2-3 classes I immediately felt I had progressed heavily. Manuel has a very good technique, is very efficient, engaged and always comes prepared and provides excellent materials via different online platforms. I have now done the exam and received my results. I obtained an A2 in the listening and speaking section and a B1 in the writing and reading comprehension. These results are even better than I expected! I would recommend anyone preparing for the SDS exam to book classes with Manuel.
Jan 26, 2024
Katie
20 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Manuel is a truly outstanding tutor: knowledgeable, prepared and professional. What I appreciate the most, however, is his compassionate approach. Manuel always seems to know when I need correction, when encouragement, when reassurance. In my experience, that's a rare gift! I can't recommend him enough.
Oct 14, 2022
Gina
44 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Excellent interview perpetration lesson. Manuel took the time to review my CV and write personal questions as well as go though a list of frequent and difficult questions. Manuel covered not only the German language aspect of the interview, but also mindset and approach. Very much a coach as well as a teacher. Shortly after the lesson I received a word document with all of the questions we went through and also feedback from the lesson. I couldn't be more impressed with the quality of the lesson. Highly recommended.
Nov 9, 2020
Sudaporn Wipfli
61 German lessons
Manuel is a very attentive teacher with good understanding about my complex working schedule. He prepared and adjusted the content based on my needs in different aspects. I really enjoy my lessons with Manuel.
Sep 29, 2024
Sudaporn Wipfli
61 German lessons
Manuel is really well prepared for my customised sessions for interviews. The way he conducted the class was very impressive and I highly recommend Manuel to anyone who would like to have a flexible (I have very busy travelling schedule) , knowledgeable, and attentive teacher.
May 22, 2024
simona.alff
12 German lessons
Manuel prepares topics, materials and homework. Classes are very well structured and discussion topics are interesting.
Apr 18, 2024
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