My mission is to help you communicate with people from other countries by developing your language skills and intercultural awareness. I organize fun, well-planned and varied teaching sessions that practise all skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking. Students like the clarity of my explanations and the interactivity of my inclusive classes.
I have more than 20 years experience of teaching Spanish and German as a Senior Lecturer in Higher Education institutions such as the Open University and the University of Hertfordshire. I am a German native speaker from Austria living in the Bernards Heath area of St Albans in the UK. I have two master’s degrees in English/Spanish and Applied Linguistics, and secondary school qualified teacher status. I am currently learning Italian.
I am passionate about learning and teaching languages. I am fluent in English and also speak French. I create inspiring and friendly learning environments where mistakes are seen as essential stepping stones for accelerated learning. I would love to work with you in 1:1 or 1:2 sessions or in a group setting online on Zoom or face-to-face.