Your Professional german language coach
A linguist with a Master's degree in German as a Foreign Language, seven years of teaching experience, and an enthusiastic, personal approach to every lesson.
Your professional german language coach
A linguist with a Master's degree in German as a Foreign Language, seven years of teaching experience, and an enthusiastic, personal approach to every lesson.
Hi, I'm Verena - Nice to meet you!
Born and raised in the south of Germany, I've always had a strong affinity for words. As a teenager, I was an avid reader and shared my own writing on poetry slam stages. Right after finishing school, my love for speaking English inspired me to move to the United Kingdom.
Several years and a degree in Literature later, I began channeling my passion for language into teaching German. Working with people from all over the world brought me so much joy that I went on to earn a certification from the Goethe-Institut as well as a Master's degree in German as a Foreign Language.
Since completing my studies, I have been teaching full-time in Switzerland, Germany and online. I have lived in various places, most recently in Southeast Asia. Along the way, I pursue my fascination with cultures, my spirit of exploration, and my passion for photography.
My teaching style
As a teacher I’m lively, empathetic, and very structured. My students love my sense of humor, my positive energy, and the relaxed atmosphere where they feel confident to speak.
My philosophy is simple: learning should be engaging, personal, and relevant to everyday life. Speaking comes first, and grammar and structure grow naturally alongside it.
My lessons are communicative, practical, and tailored to you. We start by identifying your interests & needs, so every session is meaningful and personal. I believe that when learning feels relevant, progress happens fastest.
I provide corrections, detailed notes, and feedback, but I’ll also remind you that mistakes are part of the journey. Learning starts in our sessions, but the real progress happens afterward. That’s why I give personalised tips so you can keep improving effectively in your daily life.
curriculum vitae
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from 2025 |
Self-employed Online German Tutor |
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2024-2026 |
German Teacher, Language Center "K5 Kurszentrum" Basel |
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2022-2024 |
German Teacher, AOZ Zurich |
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2019-2021 |
German Teacher, Language School "Akademie Zeitgeist" Freiburg |
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2019-2022 |
M.A. in German as a Foreign Language, University of Education Freiburg |
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2019 |
Teaching Certificate, Goethe-Institut Mannheim |
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2016-2018 |
Translator and Copywriter, Oroba Language Services Mannheim |
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2015-2017 |
B.A. in English Studies and German Studies, Heidelberg University |
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2013-2014 |
Studies in English Literature, The University of Edinburgh |
curriculum vitae
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from 2025 |
Self-employed Online German Tutor |
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2024-2026 |
German Teacher, K5 Kurszentrum, Basel |
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2022-2024 |
German Teacher, Asylum Organization Zurich |
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2019-2021 |
German Teacher, Akademie Zeitgeist Freiburg |
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2019-2022 |
M.A. in German as a Foreign Language, University of Education Freiburg |
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2019 |
Teaching Certificate, Goethe-Institut Mannheim |
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2016-2018 |
Translator and Copywriter, Oroba Language Services Mannheim |
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2015-2017 |
B.A. in English Studies and German Studies, Heidelberg University |
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2013-2014 |
Studies in English Literature, The University of Edinburgh (UK) |
as a dedicated teacher
I've helped hundreds of students reach their German language goals. Here's how:
FUN
Fun, engagement and a touch of humour are at the core of my lessons - After all, linguistic studies show that students learn best when they are emotionally engaged. Studying with me will not feel like you're sitting in a stiff classroom, but more like you're chatting with an old friend.
FEEDBACK
If you try to learn by yourself, with apps or even in a goup course, one major problem is that you will not get enough targeted feedback. If you decide to learn with me, you will have the support of an expert teacher who knows your unique strenghts & weaknesses and gives you real-time feedback on your progress.
Focus
Learning a language is like building a house: You need a solid foundation, and you build on it step by step with a plan. My M.A. in teaching German and years of experience give me the expertise to create a well-structured learning plan that is focused on your personal goals.
curriculum vitae
from 2025 Self-employed Online German Tutor
2024-2026 Language Teacher, K5 Kurszentrum, Basel
2022-2024 Language Teacher, Asylum Organization Zurich
2019-2021 Language Teacher, Akademie Zeitgeist Freiburg
2019-2022 M.A. in German as a Foreign Language, University of Education Freiburg
2019 Teaching Certificate, Goethe-Institut Mannheim
2018-2019 Volunteer Language Teacher, Asylum Association Rasthaus Freiburg
2016-2018 Translator and Copywriter, Oroba Language Services Mannheim
2015-2017 B.A. in English Studies and German Studies, Heidelberg University
2013-2014 Studies in English Literature, The University of Edinburgh (UK)
curriculum vitae
from 2025 Self-employed Online German Tutor
2024-2026 Language Teacher, K5 Kurszentrum, Basel
2022-2024 Language Teacher, Asylum Organization Zurich
2019-2021 Language Teacher, Akademie Zeitgeist Freiburg
2019-2022 M.A. in German as a Foreign Language, University of Education Freiburg
2019 Teaching Certificate, Goethe-Institut Mannheim
2018-2019 Volunteer Language Teacher, Asylum Association Rasthaus Freiburg
2016-2018 Translator and Copywriter, Oroba Language Services Mannheim
2015-2017 B.A. in English Studies and German Studies, Heidelberg University
2013-2014 Studies in English Literature, The University of Edinburgh (UK)
what my students say
"The German lessons with Verena are fantastic. She is very patient, responds to the needs of her students, and helps you learn German more effectively. I highly recommend her classes. If you want to make fast and confident progress with a qualified German teacher, you should definitely book a lesosn with her. Thank you, Verena!"
— jennifer (B1)
"I really enjoy my German lessons with Verena. The classes always feel comfortable and relaxed, which makes learning much easier. She explains everything clearly and in a way that really makes sense, even when the topic is challenging. We learn a lot of new things in every lesson from vocabulary to grammar and I can truly see my progress."
— natalia (b2)
"I have been taking lessons for several moths, and I would highly recommend Verena as your German Language Teacher. As a professional native German "Muttersprachler", she is very knowledgeable, reliable, and able to answer any of your questions. Lessons are tailored to the student's experience level, with flexible options for homework, grammar, speaking, and writing practice. 5 out of 5 stars."
— Rainer (b2-C1)
"Verena is a very friendly and dedicated teacher. Lessons with her are always interesting and well structured. She explains everything clearly and patiently, and I feel motivated to continue learning. I can highly recommend her."
— YOUSRA (A2)
"Teacher Verena is really good — you learn quickly with her. She is very competent and helpful. I am very satisfied with my German course with her. Thank you very much for everything, Teacher Verena."
— EUGENIO (A1)
"I have been taking lessons for several moths, and I would highly recommend Verena as your German Language Teacher. As a professional native German "Muttersprachler", she is very knowledgeable, reliable, and able to answer any of your questions. Lessons are tailored to the student's experience level, with flexible options for homework, grammar, speaking, and writing practice. 5 out of 5 stars."