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Samantha

5 (6 reviews)

Rate $103
Response 11h
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Number of students Samantha has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Samantha has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (6 reviews)

$103/hr

1^st lesson free

German

Bi-lingual, qualified and experienced teacher with Oxford 1st in French and German teaches German online (for CE, GCSE/iGCSE, A-level, IB, adult casual learners & business)

Name: Samantha
Address: NZ
Telephone: undefined
Price range: $103

German

Lesson location

- online

About Samantha

I am a French and German language teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience. After graduating with a first from Keble College, Oxford, I trained to teach in the English Education system gaining a PGCE. I have been tutoring online for over 10 years.

My specific qualifications are: a first class honours degree in French and German from the University of Oxford and Post Graduate Certificate in Education from the same place.

I was raised speaking German from birth by my German mother and have worked in British secondary schools for ages 11 - 18. I have taught French and German at all levels preparing students for Common Entrance, GCSE, iGCSE, A-level and AS-level exams.

I teach adult learners of French and German for casual conversation and business. Currently I only teach online. My students have attended Eton College, Winchester College, Harrogate Ladies' College, Bradfield College, Sherborne School, Cheam Prep School, Reading Grammar School and many other prestigious schools in both the state and private sector.

I have helped lots of adults from technical, financial, chemical and nuclear industries to meet their language learning goals for business purposes, personal reasons, holidays, property owned abroad or to complete charitable and fund-raising goals.

About the lesson

In my bespoke language lessons on Teams, I cover all the key areas of language learning: listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar. Lessons typically last 1 hour. Where required, I also offer tuition in translation, literary analysis, the preparation of independent research projects and transition from A-level to Oxbridge.

Each lesson is tailored to help you meet your language learning goals and to suit your unique learning style. Those not studying for exams will choose the skills and topics they wish to focus on in accordance with their goals.

The topics I cover include, but are not limited to: Identity and Culture, Local, National and International and global areas of interest, Study & Employment, the Development of Society, Politics and Culture of France, Germany and French/German speaking countries, Literature and Film, Immigration and Multiculturalism, Historical Events of the 20th century in France and Germany, Holiday and Business German or French, Food and Health. If the topic you wish to learn isn't listed, please contact me to ask.

All of these are taught through the core skills, which we will use every lesson:

Listening - whether that's understanding what I say to you or listening to a video or sound recording, every lesson will help you to improve your ability to understand spoken French or German.

Speaking - From the very start of your language learning journey, you will practise speaking in the foreign language at your level, whilst we focus on improving your accent, pronunciation, intonation and accuracy.

Reading - Every lesson will provide the opportunity to hone your reading skills, whether that be with an authentic text eg menus, signs, brochures or through material written to help you prepare for exams or even literary texts by famous authors.

Writing - In our lessons we will learn to communicate clearly and effectively in the written language across all forms of technology - social media, email, text messages etc and also for examination answers - essays, summaries and single sentence answers.

Vocabulary - I will use our lessons to help you find effective techniques for collecting and retaining vocabulary that work for you. Grammar - Together we will identify the grammar you need to reach your learning goals. I will make sure that you not only understand the grammar but can also apply it accurately when required.

Additionally for those studying for GCSE or post-16 (A-level, A/S-level) exams and university qualifications, I offer the following tuition:

Translation - learn how to score well for translation both into and out of the language you are learning. I will teach you techniques that will help you to translate accurately and effectively including chunking, grammatical analysis, use of cognates and more.

Literary analysis - I can help you to read, understand and analyse set texts in French and German, and then turn your understanding into essays that will gain marks in school, university and exam settings. I also provide a 'book club' for adult learners, who would like to read and analyse a book with me on a topic of their choosing, in order to extend their knowledge of vocabulary, country and culture. Independent research project

Several post-16 courses (eg A-level) require students to independently research a topic, then present and discuss it. I can help you to prepare for this and make sure you achieve your potential.

Transition from A-Level to Oxbridge

Congratulations! You've landed a place at one of the UK's top universities to study French or German. Your summer reading list probably seems huge and scary right now. A bespoke summer course with me will leave you with the skills to read long literary texts in French or German and get your university journey off to a flying start. Together we will read the most difficult texts on your summer list, make notes and manage vocabulary. Leaving you prepared and free to enjoy freshers' week.

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Brigitte

I have known Samantha since 2014 when we taught together both in the classroom and shared tutoring for some students (either highly achievers or students needing a high level of support).
I have witnessed Samantha's strong skills and ability to teach on many occasions and also know how much students and parents respected and valued her work. I highly recommend her as a tutor and as a teacher.
Samantha is reliable, dedicated and trustworthy. She is punctual and has the right balance of friendliness and firmness. Samantha adapts her teaching and tutoring style to the age and level of the students and has a creative approach to teaching thus succeeding to engage the student in the learning process.
I have no hesitation to recommend Samantha as a teacher or a tutor.
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Brigitte
I have known Samantha since 2014 when we taught together both in the classroom and shared tutoring for some students (either highly achievers or students needing a high level of support).
I have witnessed Samantha's strong skills and ability to teach on many occasions and also know how much students and parents respected and valued her work. I highly recommend her as a tutor and as a teacher.
Samantha is reliable, dedicated and trustworthy. She is punctual and has the right balance of friendliness and firmness. Samantha adapts her teaching and tutoring style to the age and level of the students and has a creative approach to teaching thus succeeding to engage the student in the learning process.
I have no hesitation to recommend Samantha as a teacher or a tutor.
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Linda

Samantha is a first-rate tutor; she is brilliant at getting the best out of her students, whether reluctant teenagers or timid adults. She can always find a way to engage their interest and achieve results beyond their expectations.
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Linda
Samantha is a first-rate tutor; she is brilliant at getting the best out of her students, whether reluctant teenagers or timid adults. She can always find a way to engage their interest and achieve results beyond their expectations.
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Danielle

Samantha is highly organised, professional and extremely proficient in German and teaching German. Reliable and knowledgeable, Samantha has extensive experience teaching young adults/ teens and working to relevant syllabi to support her students in achieving their personal objectives and visible improvements within their language journey.
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Danielle
Samantha is highly organised, professional and extremely proficient in German and teaching German. Reliable and knowledgeable, Samantha has extensive experience teaching young adults/ teens and working to relevant syllabi to support her students in achieving their personal objectives and visible improvements within their language journey.
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James

Sam is not only an excellent linguist but she's also an passionate educator. She is constantly learning about the latest research in language learning and applying that to her tutoring. Each lesson is tailored to the student to maximise learning.
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James
Sam is not only an excellent linguist but she's also an passionate educator. She is constantly learning about the latest research in language learning and applying that to her tutoring. Each lesson is tailored to the student to maximise learning.
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James

Samantha has been tutoring me in German weekly since summer 2019. I'm an adult learner who isn't studying for any specific qualification and who has a rather inconsistent ability - I've therefore never failed to be impressed by Samantha's ability to create tailored lesson plans for me which are somehow always at exactly the right difficulty level.
I feel I have made great progress since the start of our sessions together and this is reflected in the type of material we can now cover.
Samantha has a great teaching style and is also very flexible with fitting lessons in around my schedule. I would highly recommend her.
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James
Samantha has been tutoring me in German weekly since summer 2019. I'm an adult learner who isn't studying for any specific qualification and who has a rather inconsistent ability - I've therefore never failed to be impressed by Samantha's ability to create tailored lesson plans for me which are somehow always at exactly the right difficulty level.
I feel I have made great progress since the start of our sessions together and this is reflected in the type of material we can now cover.
Samantha has a great teaching style and is also very flexible with fitting lessons in around my schedule. I would highly recommend her.
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Susan

Samantha is currently teaching my daughter GCSE French. I find Samantha committed, very well organised and hard working. She is reliable and both my daughter and I find her trustworthy and honest in her feedback. She sets homework which I am happy with. She certainly knows her subject and is very kind and helpful in lessons. She provides a weekly report on how my daughter did in her lesson etc which I find tremendously informative. I would not hesitate to recommend Samantha
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Susan
Samantha is currently teaching my daughter GCSE French. I find Samantha committed, very well organised and hard working. She is reliable and both my daughter and I find her trustworthy and honest in her feedback. She sets homework which I am happy with. She certainly knows her subject and is very kind and helpful in lessons. She provides a weekly report on how my daughter did in her lesson etc which I find tremendously informative. I would not hesitate to recommend Samantha
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The first lesson with Samantha will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

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Free lesson: This is a getting to know you session, where we will make sure I understand your needs, your level of language learning and that all the tech works.

Cancellation: Lessons cancelled with 24 hours' notice or more do not attract a cancellation fee. Lessons cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged in full, unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Packs: Please do not purchase a lesson pack without messaging me first.

Bi-lingual, qualified and experienced teacher with Oxford 1st in French and German teaches German online (for CE, GCSE/iGCSE, A-level, IB, adult casual learners & business)

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