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Gerald
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Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
One of the most experienced German teachers on italki – with nearly 5,000 lessons taught
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
One of the most experienced German teachers on italki – with nearly 5,000 lessons taught
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From AustriaLiving in Lima, Peru (15:57 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 25, 2019InterestsFilms & TV SeriesTravelSports & FitnessTechBusiness & Finance
Hi! I’m Gerald, a Goethe-certified German teacher from Austria with a passion for languages and real conversation. I’ve lived in both Austria and Germany (Berlin), so I can help you navigate the differences between “Austrian German” and “German German” — both in language and culture.
A few years ago, I moved to Peru, where I now teach German full-time here on italki.
Beyond teaching, I’m into health, yoga, sports, travel, cooking, current affairs, economics, and nature — and I love bringing those topics into our lessons. I'm easy to talk to, and I’ll only interrupt you when it really helps you learn. 🙂Me as a Teacher
I'm a certified German teacher (Goethe-Institut) with years of experience helping students of all levels and backgrounds.
One of the biggest blocks I see in learners is the pressure to speak perfectly. That mindset holds you back. My job is to help you feel safe, supported, and encouraged to speak freely — fluent, not flawless ;-)
I offer different lesson types:
- Fully structured courses (great if you’re starting from zero)
- Conversation-focused sessions (with or without materials)
- A mix of both — customized to your goals
No matter where you're starting from, we'll build lessons that fit you personally.My lessons & teaching style
My teaching style is clear, supportive, and tailored to your needs. I love 1:1 lessons because they let us focus on what works best for you — no compromises.
We’ll use a course book if you want structure, or dive into real conversations if you're here to build fluency and confidence. You’ll always get:
Helpful corrections and tips
A shared Google Doc where I track vocab, grammar, and feedback
Encouragement to speak freely and enjoy the learning process
Whether you're starting from scratch, brushing up after a long break, or adding practice alongside a full-time course — I’ll help you move forward with confidence.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Deutsch Lehren Lernen Standard - Goethe Institut - 2024
Certificate verified
5.0
Rating
384
Students
4,951
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
201 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Conversation practice
A2 - C2Conversation1,577 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off
Structured course with workbook (A1 - B2)
A1 - B2Language Essentials2,968 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
Package with 11% off
Premium German Coaching – Speak with Confidence
A2 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 49.00+
Package with 6% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Podcast (1)
Quiz (6)
218 Reviews
Hannah Ploskonka
60 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I had no prior knowledge of German before starting lessons with Gerald. Our lessons are very effective and he often customizes it to what I want to learn. When I am having difficultly with grammar lessons or remembering a word, Gerald always reassures me and is very patient. I have learned so much about the language and culture in such a short period of time. If there are any American beginners I cannot recommend Gerald enough, this has been such a rewarding process thus far!
Oct 18, 2022

Andrey Sterlyagoff
336 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I strongly recommend Gerald as a teacher for learning German. I found Gerald after experimenting with 3 professional teachers and group classes. With Gerald I learned from 0 knowledge in German to B1-B2, passing B1 Goethe at ~90% spontaneously and with ease. The classes are always engaging. I articulate complex ideas without being afraid of making mistakes. I am gently corrected when needed. We do both conversations about the topics that concern us and course book exercises. I am writing this in English for those who are looking for a German teacher to start learning 😊
Jun 25, 2022
karen
1 German lesson
Das war gut, danke!
Mar 17, 2025

Georgia Paraskaki
95 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been learning German with Gerald for more than a year and couldn't be more satisfied. During this time he has helped me face my fear of speaking German by gently assisting me while I speak during our always enjoyable discussions. Gerald is very supportive and kind and there is always the right balance to fit personal needs at the moment, with some days being more focused on speaking than others. It has overall been a very enjoyable experience with a lot of progress and I can only recommend learning German with Gerald.
Jul 27, 2022

Josh
10 German lessons
Great teacher.
Apr 10, 2025

Andrei Selishev
11 German lessons
I always look forward to my lessons with Gerald. He makes sure that the lesson time flies by quickly, even though we are able to do a lot for my progress.
Jan 31, 2025

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