Ana Polyglot
Online
Ana Polyglot
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
German
Speaks
Serbian
Native
Bosnian
Croatian
Italian
Japanese
Afrikaans
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessKidsTest PreparationSpeak, Thrive, and Fly: Unleash Your Linguistic Power! ★ Test Preparation ★ Pareto Principle 80/20★
Teaches
English
German
Speaks
Serbian
Native
Bosnian
Croatian
Italian
Japanese
Afrikaans
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessKidsTest PreparationSpeak, Thrive, and Fly: Unleash Your Linguistic Power! ★ Test Preparation ★ Pareto Principle 80/20★
From GermanyLiving in Berlin, Germany (09:55 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 15, 2016Interest topicArtFilms & TV SeriesReading
Welcome to my profile! ★ With 8,000+ lessons taught and over 1,500 students, I'm Ana, your professional German/English/Serbian teacher. My expertise ranges from working with corporate clients like Google, Amazon, IBM, and Zurich Insurance to polyglots and children. I hold degrees in German Language and Literature from the University of Belgrade and the University of Hamburg. I've also studied Cinema at HfbK in Hamburg with Prof. Wim Wenders and Media Studies at Humboldt University in Berlin. My past employers include the University of Hamburg, Berlitz, and Goethe Institute Certified Schools. As a language enthusiast, I adore movies, Murakami, yoga, and my cherished elephant in Kenya!Me as a Teacher
★ I bring over 10 years of experience as a skilled and efficient teacher, sharing the techniques polyglots use to HACK languages, saving you TIME!
★ For fast language growth, aim for at least 15 minutes of study daily. I'll supply a wealth of language resources to facilitate your learning.
★ On average, my students complete the A1 standard course in about 35 hours, plus homework (4 x times faster than group courses).
★ With a focus on understanding, my teaching ensures long-lasting knowledge, helping you break free from the Duolingo Bubble and start speaking from day one!
★ No results? Keep working. Bad results? Keep working. Great results? Keep working. Consistency is key. Don't give up!My lessons & teaching style
★ Pareto Principle: My courses maximize learning efficiency, enabling 80% communication with just 20% vocabulary through strategic teaching.
★ Test Prep Support: Get tailored guidance for DaF, Goethe Zertifikat, telc, and other German tests.
★ You can only learn to speak by speaking! To speak fluently, speak frequently!
★ Michel Thomas Method, Chunking, Learn German with Stories, Standard Grammar.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
I am a real person & your commitment matters:
🔹 Respect my time: Notify 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule. Otherwise, no changes or refunds.
🔹 15 minutes late? Considered a missed lesson. No refunds.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Certificate of Completion - Michael Chekhov Actors Studio Boston - 2021Introduction to Meisner Technique
Certificate verified
TEFL/TESOL - learnTEFL - 2018150 hour TEFL/TESOL Master course
Certificate verified
NaNoWriMo Winner - National Novel Writing Month - 2018Creative writing challenge: 50 K words in November
Certificate verified
GETVICO New York - Goethe-Institut New York - 2016German Teacher Virtual Conference
Certificate verified
Education
2007 - 2010
Master's - Media Studies
2008 - 2013
Bachelor’s - Cinema Studies
2003 - 2007
Master's - German Language and LiteratureWith my degree in German Language and Literature, I’m well-equipped to teach German at all levels. My education covers German literature, cultural history, grammar, and contemporary language, allowing me to offer comprehensive lessons. I’m trained in teaching methodologies and pedagogical psychology, enabling me to create effective, tailored lesson plans. I also bring linguistic expertise to my teaching, ensuring students grasp both the language's structure and cultural context.
Work Experience
2009 - 2012
TAI have been working as TA and assistant lecturer at the University of Hamburg. I have been teaching in German and Serbian.
2009 - 2016
Freelance Translator
2015 - 2016
Teacher (German)Goethe Institute Certified School
2015 - 2016
Teacher (German/English)
2014 - 2023
CEO/Producer/DirectorFilm Production & Audiobook Publisher
List of short, experimental & doc. films on IMDb & ImdB Pro
Bill Murray Lost in Berlinale
Zwei Sonnen Projekt
Who F* Johnny Depp?
Once Upon a Time with Capucha ... etc.
Produced & Published Audiobooks:
Susi Did It by Ryerson Johnson
The Monkey and the Wild, Wild Wind by Ryerson Johnson
猿と荒れた、荒れた風 (audiobook in English and Japanese)
2020 - 2023
Teacher
4.9
Rating
1,508
Students
8,233
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
English
German
Trial Lesson
880 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
English A1-C2 / Standard courses with books and homework.
A1 - C2Language Essentials95 lessons completed
USD 29.00+
Package with 10% off
Ace Your Job Interview: Tailored Preparation for Success
A1 - C2Business15 lessons completed
USD 39.00+
Package with 55% off
New Course> Magical English Adventure> A Fun English Course for Children (Ages 7-12), Inspired by Disney, Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, and Alice in Wonderland.
A1 - C2Kids5 lessons completed
USD 29.00+
Package with 10% off
Exclusive Loyalty Offer: Special Pricing for Regular Students Only for students who have completed 10+ lessons by September 1, 2024
A1 - C2Language Essentials7 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (1)
967 Reviews
All
English
German
Artem Nesiolovskiy
33 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ana is a great teacher! Lessons are well structured, provide a good challenge, you actually learn the language. Ana has also a lot of cultural knowledge which is making lessons more meaningful and realistic. Can recommend Ana to anyone who is serious about learning German and not be bored!
May 25, 2024
Yenny Cheung
77 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've been learning German with Ana for 5 months now. It's quite a wonder that I just passed the B1 Goethe Exam with a pretty good score! When I first started with Ana, my German was at around A1 and I couldn't form any sentences properly. I wanted to learn the language to feel more at home here in Germany. And now, I can actually chat with people in German and hang out at local events without feeling out of place. Learning German has actually become fun!
With Ana, she'll help you build a strong foundation in the language. She uses a variety of methods so you get the hang of speaking German way faster than in regular classes. Also she is super knowledgeable in languages and culture, not just German. You can always count on her to make your speaking exercises fun.
Nov 15, 2023
Samantha Gamez
26 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
This has been my third class with Ana and I am really enjoying myself. From the start, she has been exactly the type of teacher I need! After hearing what my goals are (certificate testing prep), she started providing me with helpful tips and tricks for outside practice. She has been checking in on my base skills to help fill in any gaps I had previously before we move on to newer content and this makes me feel confident about what I can do. Plus, she is a really knowledgeable and friendly person, who keeps me motivated! The classes always go by quick and I walk away having learned so much!
Aug 7, 2023
siarodriguez
8 German lessons
Die Lehrerin ist nett und Profissionell.
Oct 7, 2024
Adrián
10 German lessons
She was so kind, patient and comprehensible. Even extended class time to better analyze my language level and the plan that best suited me.
Aug 18, 2024
Lucas
1 German lesson
The teacher was very knowledgable, sharing a lot of helpful information.
I did think she was talking very quickly at points and it took me a while to think of the information that was given to me.
Overall, professional, kind and helpful.
Jun 28, 2024
Trial Lesson
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