German Tutoring
Do you plan a trip to Europe and need to quickly improve your German conversion skills?
Does your company relocate you to Germany and wants you to be familiar with the German language and culture within a month?
Are you looking for tips, info and advice regarding your upcoming vacation or planned new residence in Switzerland, Germany or Austria?
Search no more! Marc can help you!
He is a native German speaker (born in Zurich, Switzerland) and certified Language Instructor who has lived and worked for over 30 years in the German-speaking countries of Europe. With his extensive background as editor, journalist and translator in interactive and print media on both sides of the atlantic, he brings not only in-depth knowledge of the unique characteristics of German language and culture, but also a deep passion for the world of written and spoken words to his tutoring services.
Based in Los Angeles, California, he is a Certified German Language Instructor with extended experience in language eduction.
He was employed at the International Language and Cultural Training School Berlitz in L.A., teaching German to classes of 10 pupils of all levels - and applying the word-famous "Berlitz Method" (focus on conversation skills and instruction in context of real-life situations). His professionalism and friendly, but results-oriented instruction style were highly appreciated by his students and earned him a special recognition as one of the top contenders for Berlitz' "Teacher Of The Year" award.
Additionally, he has been working as Private German Tutor for over 4 years, teaching German conversation, writing and grammar to numerous satisfied students of all ages and levels.
Marc has currently some open slots in his filofax and would be happy to introduce new students to the exciting world of German language and culture - or help them to freshen up their German conversation and writing skills!
Ready? Not sure?
Consider this: Languages are like keys to new continents and enriching experiences. But learning German is a very unique endeavor. It brings you closer to countries with a rich cultural heritage. It helps you to understand the most commonly spoken language in Europe. And it connects you with 120 million native German speakers around the globe.
Still hesistant? Ok, then the following list should definitely convince you: :-)
4 Reasons to learn German
Become As Successful As Heidi Klum
Germany's most popular export is not only a super model, but also the executive producer of the successful TV show "Project Runway", a mother of 3 kids and beloved wife of hunky-chunky pop star Seal. Her only weakness is not even a flaw: she speaks English with the cutest German accent. If you're willing to learn Heidi's native language, I guarantee you that you will become as successful, versatile and cute as she is.
Experience The Matterhorn Like A Local
Take the Schwarzsee cable car up from Zermatt, hike up to the "Hörnlihütte" (elevation 10700 ft), enjoy the infamous Swiss Fondue for dinner, share a bottle of "Kirsch" brandy with the other adventurers, wake up the following day at sunrise, enjoy the view of Switzerland's pride, the Matterhorn - and you will witness a spectacular nature experience with one of the world's most beautiful mountains like a local. For authenticity's sake, your conversations are german only.
Inhale The Wisdom Of Goethe
Of course there are always translated editions, but there is nothing like reading an ingenius play like "Faust" or a mind-blowing poem like "Erlkönig" in its original language. No exaggeration - but if there is one guy who belongs on your personal list of "Authors I have to read before I day", then it's Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, larger-than-life author, poet, philosopher and scientist - and the poster child of German literature.
Hear The Real Sound Of Music
If you know how to communicate in German, you can have an in-depth conversation with Austrian historian Franz Matthias Wasner. He knows everything about the real story and the real original locations of "Sound Of Music", one of America's most well-known Broadway musicals and movie classics. And if you're really nice to him and invite him for a hearty portion of "Salzburger Nockerl", he might lead you to the all the sights where the filming took place in the beautiful city of Salzburg, Mozart's place of birth. You get the scoop - while other "Sound of Music" aficionados still looking for evidence in Switzerland.
Enter The Land Of Coolness
Let's just face it: German is cool! If you learn German, your image will immediately improve and be enhanced with a irresistible aura of coolness. Everybody will associate you with what people and products from the German-speaking countries are famous for: being competent, delivering high quality and living sophistication. Of, course, there's the obvious: luxury cars like Mercedes, BMW and Audi. But also think of cool German designers like Helmut Lang or Lagerfeld, hip brands like Adidas, Swatch and Red Bull and worldwide known superstars like Roger Federer, Claudia Schiffer and Michael Schumacher. And don't forget all the cool geniuses who made major contributions in literature, art, technology, science and architecture over the last centuries: Beethoven, Einstein, Freud, Nietzsche, Klee and Kafka; just to name a few. There would be much more to mention, but the point is: Start to learn German - and you will enter the land of coolness!Private German Language Lessons With Marc - The Details
Location: Los Angeles areas Los Feliz, Silver Lake, Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Glendale and Pasadena (coffee shops or public libraries) Lesson plan: flexible (conversation, reading, writing, Grammar)
- Class size: One-on-one or small groups
- Age: all age groups
- Level: all skill levels
- Rates: starting at $30 per person for a 50 minutes lesson
- Additional services (upon request): Introduction to local cultures and business practices in the German-speaking countries of Europe, advice and coaching on travel and expatriate issues
For my business related relocation to Germany, I was looking for a German tutor who can help me to speak and understand the language in 40 days - and introduce me to the business practices and culture of Europe's German-speaking countries. Thanks to Marc's tutoring skills and efficient lesson plan, I was able to achieve all this. My relocation couldn't have been smoother. Thanks, Marc! Caroline Smyth
Contact Marc for questions, inquiries - and request a quote today!
Besides assisting you to improve your German language skills, there is more Marc can be of use for you:
- Do you have a website, a manuscript or any text or web content which need to be translated into German? Have a look at Marc's excellent German translation services. You can expect high quality results delivered by a native German speaker at affordable rates.
- Would you like to create blog for personal or professional reasons, but don't know how? Do you want to improve you existing blog in order to get more traffic, connect better with your audience/clients or increase your sales. You can make us of Marc's Blog Consulting services to establish your web presence and maximize your online visibility with a well-designed blog and high quality content.
- Is you website not being indexed by the search engines? Would you like to rank for specific keywords or improve your current search engine rankings? Marc can help you to achieve the online results you want with his Search Engine Optimization services.