🗣️ Native speaker of German and Dutch.
🎓 Started teaching German & Dutch in Switzerland in 2012.
💻 Since 2020, teaching online on italki.
🌐 Language enthusiast: English, Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish.
🔥 Passionate about helping students achieve fluency.
🚀 I teach in the awesome way I'd love to be taught.
👩💼 I’m also a pro career coach with an MBA.
My creations
Me as a Teacher
Depending on your learning goals, I use different types of learning materials to make your learning fun and interesting.
Regular practice is really important for learning a language. I'll be there to guide you through vocabulary, sentence structure, grammar, valuable tips, and more, making it as enjoyable and easy for you as possible.
If you are attending my lessons for the first time, please either book a trial lesson or, if unavailable, a 30-minute lesson, which will serve as a trial lesson. The same conditions apply as described for the trial lesson.
My lessons & teaching style
🗓 Slots for SEPTEMBER 2024 are available
⏱ Lessons can be booked up to six hours in advance
🙌 New students are welcome
📚 My classes are for adults only
👩💻 I exclusively use Skype!
My classes are about your goals, needs and objectives. My aim is to keep learning exciting, relaxed, and, most importantly, fun!
If you are attending my lessons for the first time, please either book a trial lesson or, if unavailable, a 30-minute lesson, which will serve as a trial lesson. The same conditions apply as described for the trial lesson. And please read the lesson instructions before you book.
Just a quick note – please avoid booking lessons for someone else.
My teaching material
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Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Homework Assignments
Certificates
Arbeitszeugnis - Migros - 2018I taught Dutch and German at Migros Klubschule from 2013 to 2018.
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Arbeitszeugnis - Migros - 2018Teaching German for Adults in several places in Switzerland
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SVEB I - EB Zürich - 2016The "SVEB-Zertifikat Ausbilder/in - Durchführung von Lernveranstaltungen" is recognized throughout Switzerland as a basic qualification for teaching adults, including the languages German and Dutch.
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SVEB I - EB Zürich - 2016The Swiss SVEB I certificate is essential for teaching adults in Switzerland. I obtained this certification through my former employer, Migros, where I taught German and Dutch to adults. This certificate was issued in 2016 by EB Zurich, a well-known educational institution in Switzerland. The "SVEB-Zertifikat is recognized throughout Switzerland as a basic qualification for teaching adults, including the languages German and Dutch.
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DIPLOM - University of Applied Sciences Koblenz - 1989I have a masters degree in business administration.
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Dutch Lessons
Dutch
German
Trial Lesson
136 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
🇳🇱 For Beginners Only: Structured Dutch Classes with Textbook Guidance
A1 - A2Language Essentials239 lessons completed
USD 28.00+
🇳🇱 Nederlandse conversatie lessen
B1 - B2Conversation110 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
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wjscheffers
28 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Marianne is a wonderful and experienced teacher. She has, of course, a lot of knowledge about the German (and Dutch) language, but is also interested in many other subjects, making the lessons more than just learning German. She is patient and does not seem to get tired of repeatedly made mistakes. She just explains one more time. This is a perfect way to improve my speaking skills.
May 27, 2024
Tommie McCullough
36 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Marianne is an amazing teacher. I have learned so much more in the last few months than the entire year I have been using Duolingo. She really helps you to understand the grammar, because without it, you have no hope of actually speaking German. She is always patient with me as I learn new concepts with the case system and everything. I definitely recommend her as your German teacher because she will teach you right the first time and make it as understandable as it can possibly be.
Mar 17, 2024
Catarina Cardoso
37 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have now been learning German with Marianne for two months and have found her lessons great and very helpful. I knew the grammar basics already however I was finding it very difficult to actively use the language. In our lessons we mostly talk and Marianne writes down what I say, how I said it, and corrects me, giving me alternative ways of expressing the same idea or explaining nuances in meaning. Also, we go through exercises tailored to my needs. All happens in a very relaxed setting. It's always fun to talk with Marianne as her culture, life experience and curiosity let's her connect with you and talk about many different subjects.
Jul 17, 2023
Tom Wemyss
3 German lessons
The lessons are excellent. Marianne is very patient and helpful. She did a great job of adapting the difficulty of the lesson to my German level, which meant that it was fun and that I learned a lot.
Sep 2, 2024
Victoria
3 German lessons
Marianne's teaching style suits me perfectly: she explains clearly, asks a lot of questions so that I can speak, and gives sufficient and accurate feedback. Vielen dank!
Aug 30, 2024
Francis Knight
33 German lessons
I've had the pleasure of taking Marianne's "Konversationskurs" in German for the last three months now. Whilst I already had a fairly strong grammatical knowledge of the language, she has in such a short span of time completely transformed my confidence and ability to converse fluently in German. Her attention to detail, and collaborative and patient approach, makes one feel totally comfortable in class and motivated to continue learning. Danke dir, Marianne!