Kristina Day

Professional Teacher

Teaches

German

Native

Speaks

English

Other

Native German Teacher | 30+ Years Experience | Conversational, Business & Everyday German

Teaches

German

Native

Speaks

English

Other

Native German Teacher | 30+ Years Experience | Conversational, Business & Everyday German

About Me

Me as a Teacher

My lessons & teaching style

Resume & Certificates

From GermanyLiving in Hamburg, Germany (15:50 UTC-06:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Mar 30, 2026

InterestsHistoryWritingTravelBusiness & FinanceLegal Services

Want to master German for business or daily life? With 30+ years of experience, I specialize in turning learners into confident speakers—whether for boardrooms, exams, or casual conversations. My corporate and private students consistently achieve top results, but more importantly, they gain the cultural fluency and self-assurance to thrive. Let’s make German work for you!

Me as a Teacher

I'd say my greatest strength is making lessons enjoyable. Lasting progress only happens when students genuinely enjoy the process. I'm able to explain complicated grammar in a simple way, and I take pride in keeping students motivated and engaged. My students don't just pass exams; they grow into fluent, confident speakers. I always tailor lessons for the individual in front of me: their goals, their pace, their personality. Whether you are preparing for a high-stakes business negotiation in Frankfurt or simply want to have a real conversation with your German in-laws, I will meet you exactly where you are.

My lessons & teaching style

Classes are built around you, focusing on speaking, fluency, and real-world communication - because confidence comes from actually using the language, not just studying it. Sprache (language) in German comes from sprechen! I use a rich mix of materials - videos, podcasts, current newspaper articles, a range of course books - which I'll select for your level, your interests, and what works best for the way you learn. Business German, everyday conversation, exam preparation, or cultural immersion — whatever your goal, your lessons will be structured, fun, and tailored to get you there as quickly as possible.

My teaching material

PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Articles and news
Quizzes
Test templates and examples
Graphs and charts
Homework Assignments

Certificates

German Language Teacher - Simply Languages Ltd - 2001

Certificate verified

Teaching experience

1995 - Current

German TeacherSimply Languages, PLS, Simon & Simon and others - London and Hamburg, United KingdomI've been teaching German to professionals at law firms, banks, and insurance companies for over 30 years now, working for various schools and agencies. My classes range from one-to-one sessions to groups of up to 20 students, delivered both on-site at clients' offices and online. I have guided many students through external examinations with excellent results, and over the years built up deep expertise in business German and German corporate culture.

Education

1994 - 1995

Other - Teacher TrainingPLS (Professional Language Studies)I trained in the communicative method of language teaching — an approach that prioritises real conversation and practical use of the language from day one. My training covered teaching complete beginners, intermediate and advanced students, particularly professionals in a corporate setting.

1988 - 1989

Other - Teacher TrainingUniversity of Munich6-month course in English language and teaching didactics

1987 - 1988

Other - A-levels in English, French, and GermanACAD, Munich

Work Experience

2022 - 2025

Life CoachCoach Kristina - Hamburg, GermanyCertified life coach with experience supporting individuals through personal and professional challenges. This work deepened my understanding of motivation, goal-setting, and the importance of tailoring support to the individual — skills I bring directly into my teaching.

1993 - 1995

Photographerself employed - London, United KingdomProfessional photographer with experience in portrait, commercial, and interior photography. Certified practitioner.