Masters in Language Education, specializing in 1:1 online teaching; grounded in the latest research
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German
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Masters in Language Education, specializing in 1:1 online teaching; grounded in the latest research
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From SwitzerlandLiving in Tokyo, Japan (21:57 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 10, 2022
Hello! / 안녕하세요! / Wie geht's? / Oi, tudo bem?
I am a friendly but professional language instructor and language course engineer from Switzerland. I lived many years in Brazil, the US, went to university in Switzerland, and concluded my master's degree in language education in S. Korea with the highest GPA 4.46/4.5.
I was rated in the top 1% among German teachers on italki for 2022 and I take great pride in my professionalism and attention to detail. My lessons are carefully structured and organized, with a strong framework that ensures maximum understanding, retention, and success.
Additionally, I understand how the brain learns language.
게다가 제가 한국어도 잘해서 걱정 하지 말고 공부를 편하게 할까요? ㅎㅎ
Me as a Teacher
What sets me apart is my deep understanding of how the brain works for language learning. With an understanding of cognitive psychology and extensive experience teaching as well learning myself 4 languages to high proficiency, I have developed an innovative and research-based teaching methodology that maximizes your language acquisition and retention.
I exercise common sense and respect in my classes. My goal is for you to learn the language so that you can use it to be successful in many other areas of your life.
Actually, I envy you that you have the opportunity to have someone who understands so much about language learning. It's not just about grammar and vocab; it goes much deeper =)
My lessons & teaching style
My teaching style focuses on providing students with a comprehensive, effective, and challenging approach to language learning that is also interactive and dynamic. Don't expect me to just fill you up with knowledge - that is what teachers do; I will regularly and positively challenge your understanding and memory of things we covered.
I emphasize the importance of understanding the underlying patterns and structures of the language by explaining and demonstrating even complicated grammar patterns in a very simple way.
My lessons build upon each other to promote a comprehensive and integrated understanding of the language.
KR: 혹시, 칠문 있으시면 메시지를 남겨 주세요! 바로 연락 드리겠습니다!
(Song: bensound.com)
My teaching material
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Homework Assignments
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Rating
152
Students
1,842
Lessons
100%
Attendance
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5.0
Rating
152
Students
1842
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
German Lessons
German
Portuguese
English
German Conversation / 독일어 회화
A2 - B2Conversation Practice351 lessons completed
USD 11.50+
German Comprehensive Course A1⎯ C2 | science-backed
A1 - C2General1,066 lessons completed
USD 24.00+
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91 Reviews
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German
Portuguese
Jessica Gi.
31 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I never really thought that learning German could be this easy, and fun at the same time. I'm surprised at the amount of grammar I've learned in such a short period of time. I'm really grateful to have found a great teacher with a great method to support me while learning this complicated language. I look forward to continuing my German lessons with Josias!
Aug 3, 2023
Ji-Sook Yim
20 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I wish other language tutors had this kind of grammar teaching format that Josias has created. Every lesson builds on each other, with ample opportunities during the class to practice the new grammar while incorporating grammar from previous lessons. The amount of grammar covered in each lesson is significant but not overwhelming, so it helps solidify my knowledge instead of getting confused and not ever fully grasping the rule. As the lessons advance, the homework assignments have you create your own sentences using the grammar which allows me to further practice and reinforce my learnings. Incredibly effective way to learn, and I always look forward to each lesson. Thank you!!!
Jun 7, 2023
Natanael
43 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've tried many teachers on italki and haven't found a teacher that can accomplish what Josias does so effectively.
First and foremost, a class with Josias will leave you feeling fantastic; he is a wonderful person who makes language study a very joyful experience. He excels in fostering a happy and secure learning atmosphere.
His courses have a strong framework that is well thought out and tailored to your own personal needs. It is clear that as a teacher, Josias has solid pedagogical knowledge and experience, which shines through in everything that he does. I wholeheartedly recommend him for beginner and intermediate students alike.
Sep 22, 2022
David Baker
43 German lessons
A big thank you for being so patient with me. appreciate it very much.
Sep 7, 2023
David Baker
43 German lessons
His teaching methods seem to be very effective. I think I'm improving as as we move ahead.