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Tobias
Professional TeacherTeaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
French
Dutch
Vietnamese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Russian
Specialties
BusinessGerman That Fits You - Clear, Personal, Real‑World Learning
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
French
Dutch
Vietnamese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Russian
Specialties
BusinessGerman That Fits You - Clear, Personal, Real‑World Learning
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From GermanyLiving in Hamburg, Germany (05:24 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 8, 2025InterestsMusicReadingTravelFoodHistory
Hi, I’m Tobias - a German teacher, language assessor and multilingual specialist.
I help adult learners build real‑world German fluency through structured 1:1 lessons, clear explanations and authentic materials. My background in language assessment and intercultural training allows me to guide learners with precision, patience and a strong sense of cultural awareness.
I focus on steady progress, practical communication and a supportive atmosphere that helps you speak with confidence in everyday and professional situationsMe as a Teacher
As a German teacher and language assessor with extensive 1:1 experience, I offer precise, personalized feedback that supports your goals - whether you want natural conversation skills, strong professional communication or a confident start in a German‑speaking environment.
I quickly identify strengths and key challenges, helping you make steady, noticeable progress through clear explanations, practical strategies and focused support tailored to your learning style.
My teaching style combines clarity, patience and encouragement. Lessons create a trusting space where you can take risks, build confidence and develop lasting fluency in a way that feels structured, motivating and achievable. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are conversation‑focused, practical and tailored to your goals.
In a friendly, motivating setting, we train German for real‑life and professional situations - from everyday chats to workplace communication and interviews.
When helpful, I integrate authentic materials such as articles, audio clips or short case studies to expand vocabulary, deepen cultural understanding and make learning more engaging.
Each session follows a clear structure, adapts to your current needs and combines concise explanations with supportive feedback - helping you build confident German you can use immediately.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Letter of Recommendation - Babbel - 2025This is not a German teaching certificate but a Letter of Recommendation issued by Babbel, confirming that I have taught online with them for over three years (more than 2,160 hours to date). My average student satisfaction rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Certificate verified
Process Facilitator & Diversity Management - IKUD / dgikt - 2023Completed a certified training program in Process Facilitation for Diversity Management and Intercultural Opening (IKUD / dgikt), covering organizational development, diversity strategies, project management, quality development and intercultural communication. The program emphasized practical application, structured process design, evaluation methods and facilitation skills for guiding organizations through diversity‑oriented change and intercultural transformation.
Certificate verified
Teacher Training Course - Babbel - 2022Completed the Babbel Live Teacher Training Course, focusing on practical online‑teaching skills, learner engagement, structured lesson delivery and effective facilitation techniques for virtual language classrooms. The program emphasized interactive methodologies, clear instructional design and best practices for professional online teaching.
Certificate verified
Certified Intercultural Trainer - IKUD / dgikt - 2017Completed a certified training program in intercultural training (IKUD / dgikt), covering core trainer competencies, training design, simulation methods and evaluation. The program focused on practical application, structured module development and effective facilitation skills for diverse international contexts.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
Freelance German Online TeacherI have delivered more than 2,160 hours of online German instruction via Babbel Live, teaching private learners and corporate clients across all CEFR levels. My classes consistently received a 4.8/5 satisfaction rating, reflecting clear explanations, strong structure and a motivating atmosphere. I manage virtual classrooms confidently using Zoom and Babbel’s materials, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.
2015 - Current
Country & Regional Training SpecialistAt GIZ (a German federal development agency), I worked on country and regional analysis, preparing clear, structured background information for teams working abroad. My role focused on researching reliable sources, organizing complex material and presenting key insights in a concise, accessible format.
Work Experience
2020 - 2022
Customer Service RepresentativeIn my customer service role, I handled client inquiries, resolved issues and ensured clear, friendly communication across multiple channels. I consistently ranked among the top 5% of agents for quality and efficiency, and several of my solutions were approved for credit release. The role required precision, calm decision‑making and a structured, solution‑oriented approach.
2010 - 2025
Journalist and Media SpecialistAs a freelance journalist, I researched and wrote articles on international affairs, culture and social issues for leading German and international media outlets. My work appeared in publications such as The Guardian, Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ), Deutsche Welle (DW), Tagesschau and Deutschlandfunk Kultur. I focused on clear reporting, strong narrative structure and reliable fact‑checking to make complex topics accessible to diverse audiences.
2025 - 2026
Creative Writer (German)For DataForce, I wrote two original German short stories for Project Thyme, creating high‑quality training data for machine translation. The texts combined precise, natural German with creative storytelling and were tailored to strict linguistic and stylistic requirements, ensuring clear, accurate and engaging language for applied language‑technology development.
2022 - Current
Language Proficiency Rater (German & English)As a Language Proficiency Rater for TransPerfect, I have completed more than 6,370 German and English assessments across fields such as HR, Learning & Development, Communications, Medical and Accounting. I evaluate spoken and written language skills with a strong focus on clarity, accuracy and real‑world communication, and I’m regularly recognized for reliability and high‑quality work.
5.0
Rating
130
Students
620
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
58 lessons completed
USD 9.50+
Ankommen & sprechen – Deutsch für deinen Alltag in Deutschland
A2 - C2Conversation431 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 20% off
Flexibel & zielführend – Deutsch für Beruf, Hobby oder Reise
A2 - C2Conversation131 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 20% off
Neu: Grammatikkurs – Klar, strukturiert & sofort anwendbar
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 20% off
Availability
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44 Reviews
Paolo
10 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tobias is everything you’d want in a German tutro: He is patient, knowledgeable, and fun, but moreover, he is someone you’d want to have a conversation with -in any language. I can’t recommend him enough.
Tobias ist alles, was man sich von einem Deutschlehrer wünschen kann: Er ist geduldig, kenntnisreich und sein Unterricht macht viel Spaß. Außerdem ist er jemand, mit dem man sich gerne unterhält – egal, welche Sprache man spricht! Ich kann Tobias wärmstens empfehlen.
Dec 2, 2025
Darya
27 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm enjoying my lessons with Tobias a lot. I feel like I've had quite an improvement. Our classes are always fun and engaging ✨
Nov 8, 2025
Asela De Dios
10 German lessons
Les cours avec Tobias sont très utiles, nous parlons de la vie quotidienne et il me corrige et écrit toutes les remarques qu'on fait pendant le cours et de cette manière je peux tout réviser. je recommande vivement ce professeur
Jan 31, 2026
Dorra Youssef
36 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tobias is methodical, organized, patient and kind teacher. He knows his material and knows how to let the conversation flow naturally. The lessons are fun and smooth. It is helpful that I get notes afterwards. I highly recommend if you are serious about learning German.
Nov 29, 2025
Marion Potapova
18 German lessons
Ich mag es wirklich, mit meinem Lehrer zu üben. Ich habe keine Angst zu sprechen. Und das ist perfekt! Vielen Dank an meinen Lehrer Tobias dafür.
Feb 2, 2026
Ilaria Marani
5 German lessons
Tobias is very kind, knowledgeable, and motivating. It is always a pleasure to talk to him, and the lessons are always tailored to your interests and goals. Highly recommended.
Jan 30, 2026
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