From NetherlandsLiving in Tirane, Albania (15:19 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 20, 2017
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Hi everyone! My name is Petra, I'm a graduate from Leiden University and I'm passionate about foreign languages, culture, history, art and nature! I'm a native Dutch speaker, have native fluency in English and I can also speak French and German. In my free time, I enjoy reading a good book, going for a hike or a ride on my bicycle. I am also passionate about travelling and have visited China, Iceland, Albania, the Czech Republic, Scotland, England, Germany, Belgium, Ireland, France, Switzerland, Turkey and Italy.
Me as a Teacher
I started teaching in 2009, when I began tutoring Dutch teenagers who needed some help with their Dutch, English, German or French lessons. In 2017, I decided it was time to broaden my horizons and start working for Italki. I hold a Master's Degree in Educational Science. Aside from teaching on Italki, I also have experience as a classroom teacher at an international school. I believe that learning should be fun and motivating, so I will do my best to make sure my classes are fun and engaging!
My lessons & teaching style
I can offer both informal conversation practice and structured classes, to both beginners and advanced learners. I mainly work with online learning materials, such as an online workbook, videos, pictures, articles and short texts, songs, grammar exercises and mock exams. During the classes, I will work with a variety of topics and tools so that learning will never get boring and you'll get plenty of practice. Since I believe the learning process should be student-centered, I will adapt my classes to your level, pace, and interests.
Dear students, please note that making video or audio recordings of my lessons is only allowed for your own personal use and only with my explicit permission.
Bachelor’s - BSc Child and Education StudiesLeiden University
2016 - 2018
Master's - Educational ScienceUniversiteit Leiden
Work Experience
2009 - 2019
private tutorStudentsPlus - Leiden, Netherlands
2019 - 2020
Year 4 TeacherBritish School of Tirana - Tirana, Albania
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469
Students
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Lessons
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5.0
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469
Students
4590
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Dutch Lessons
Dutch
English
Trial Lesson
281 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Spreekvaardigheid/ conversation practice
A2 - C2General940 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 4% off
Nederlands voor beginners - Dutch for beginners 0-A2
A1 - C2General1,529 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Package with 4% off
Nederlands voor Halfgevorderden - A2-B1
A2 - B1General740 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Package with 4% off
Examentraining
A1 - B2Test Preparation567 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Package with 4% off
Nederlands voor gevorderden - B1-B2
B1 - C2General230 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Package with 4% off
Duo-lessons
A1 - B2General85 lessons completed
USD 16.25+
Package with 3% off
Availability
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503 Reviews
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Corina Avasiloaei
53 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Petra is an absolutely wonderful teacher! She explains everything very well, she is kind and attentive and knows how to gently push you so you can effectively learn, remember and practice in real life. I can't recommend her more, my only regret is not meeting Petra earlier.
Nov 29, 2022
Tia
14 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
She is my most supportive person to help me learn Dutch. I am a super grateful student so happy to know you
May 18, 2021
Olga
52 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Petra is doing a really great job with preparation to the inburgering exams. Very practical and efficient. Just scored 9 out of 10 for my writing exam, without having any real language practice at work or at home, only after taking these lessons. Can highly recommend Petra.
Apr 12, 2020
Taylor Fearon
7 Dutch lessons
She's awesome!! So hyped to learn the language. :)
Nov 10, 2023
Marina Galushkina
174 Dutch lessons
Ik leer altijd iets nieuw! Dankjewel :-)
Oct 23, 2023
Joshua (何浩博)
16 Dutch lessons
Bedankt voor alle hulp en informatie! Weer een goede les met Petra gehad. Ik heb er veel van geleerd.