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Lodewijk Dekker
Community TutorTeaches
Dutch
Native
Speaks
English
Native
French
Native
Dutch Native - Global Citizen - Passionate Teacher!
Teaches
Dutch
Native
Speaks
English
Native
French
Native
Dutch Native - Global Citizen - Passionate Teacher!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From NetherlandsLiving in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (10:54 UTC+04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 21, 2026InterestsMusicHistoryReadingArtTravel
Hoi! Ik ben Lodewijk en ik help je graag met de Nederlandse taal.
First of all, it’s wonderful that you’re learning Dutch! It can be a challenging language, but with the right guidance and encouragement, you can make rapid progress — and enjoy the process along the way.
I’m a native speaker of Dutch, English, and French, originally from the Netherlands and currently living in the UAE. I have a genuine passion for languages and for discovering other cultures through them.
I look forward to getting to know you and helping you take your Dutch language skills to the next level!Me as a Teacher
Two core principles guide my teaching: self-confidence and progress.
I make sure my students feel at ease and comfortable when speaking Dutch.
They should never be afraid to make mistakes — that’s exactly how we identify areas for improvement and learn from them. My lessons & teaching style
Adapted to each student’s level of fluency, my lessons focus primarily on speaking through guided conversation. We discuss a variety of topics — from weekend plans to personal interests and passions — allowing the conversation to develop naturally while building vocabulary and confidence.
In addition, I may provide written and verbal assignments to complete outside of class. During our sessions, we review and correct these together, ensuring steady progress and clear understanding.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
Education
2011 - 2017
Master's - Arts & Culture Studies
5.0
Rating
26
Students
90
Lessons
94%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Dutch Lessons
Trial Lesson
14 lessons completed
USD 7.50+
Start Speaking Dutch – Beginner Level
A1 - A2Language Essentials31 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 10% off
Refine Your Dutch Speaking Skills – Intermediate
B1 - C2Conversation45 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
6 Reviews
Joe
3 Dutch lessons
Great lesson, at my level and challenging enough so I could progress.
Apr 2, 2026
Michael Beraka
9 Dutch lessons
Great teacher!
Mar 18, 2026
Joe
3 Dutch lessons
Great lesson! Very fun and at my level.
Mar 12, 2026
Yetian
1 Dutch lesson
We hebben een heel leuke les gedaan, die veel inhouden bevat. Veel onderwerpen worden gepraat. Is er een plan voor de volgende les gemaakt. Was een hele gezellig les!
Mar 26, 2026
Nadine Klinger
6 Dutch lessons
I'm really enjoying the lessons so far. My biggest issue at the start was to actually start speaking, since I put a lot of pressure on myself, but Lodewijk is super engaging and welcoming, so it's easy to start speaking with him.
He prepares topics to speak about, but also doesn't mind doing other things too no matter if it's answering questions or just talking.
I can definitely recommend him for anyone who wants a teacher with an easy-going approach.
Mar 18, 2026
Aurelia Fiumarelli
10 Dutch lessons
Lodewijk is an amazing teacher! I really appreciate how thoughtfully he structures his lessons, always bringing interesting topics and a great variety of exercises. He creates such a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere that you naturally feel like speaking, which is especially helpful if you’re a bit shy about using the language. His lessons are dynamic, engaging, and always fly by. I truly look forward to every session with him!
Mar 9, 2026
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