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Denise
Professional TeacherTeaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessImprove your German and start speaking freely and confidently!
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessImprove your German and start speaking freely and confidently!
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From GermanyLiving in Other, Germany (06:55 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 22, 2021InterestsTravelHistoryWritingMarketingEnvironment & Nature
My name is Denise, and I am a native German speaker and a certified teacher of German as a foreign language. Since I have learned both English and Spanish, I understand the difficulties of mastering a new language. My personal experience allows me to support you with effective learning strategies, empathy, and encouragement. Before becoming a full-time teacher, I worked as a project manager in marketing, which gave me valuable insights into the language and culture of the German business world.
I’m here to help you achieve your goals in a fun and engaging way. Let’s make your German journey enjoyable and successful together!
My goal is to support you on your German learning journey — whether you’re starting from scratch, preparing for work-related situations, or aiming to perfect your skills. I want to create a space where you feel confident and unafraid to make mistakes. In addition to general lessons, I offer Business German for professionals who wish to improve their communication at work — in interviews, meetings, or presentations. I tailor lessons to your needs and interests to make learning both enjoyable and effective.
Lessons take place via *Google Meet* (not the italki Classroom)!
Conversational Practice: Speak German naturally. We discuss topics and use videos or articles to practice vocabulary and build confidence.
Structured Learning: Step-by-step German with grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Materials and exercises tailored to you...My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
Certificates
Sprachrhythmus und Sprachmelodie (Intonation) - VHS Rheinland Pfalz - 2025I am a certified trainer for German pronunciation and intonation (DaF). This qualification deepens my knowledge beyond grammar and helps learners improve both their speaking and listening skills through a better understanding of sounds, stress, and melody in German. It supports accent reduction to enhance clarity, avoid misunderstandings, and strengthen listening skills.
Certificate verified
Dozentin DaF international - TelC - 2024I attended a basic and advanced course for teaching German as a foreign language at TelC. TelC is a reputable institution in Germany for language exams, e.g., studying at a German university or applying for citizenship in Germany. The course included: Lesson planning, International competence, integrative teaching, and course planning to reach the next level (A1-C2). I also attended a module specialized in online teaching to learn about online tools for preparing learning material and homework.
Certificate verified
Business administration and Marketing - Fachschule Medien - 2004Certificates from my 3-year degree program in Media Technology.
- Business Administration in the Media industry
- Communication at work (Presentations, working in teams, process management)
- Media law
- Marketing
- Educator for Trainees
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
Teacher German for Business
2016 - 2022
Educator for business TraineesIn Germany, you can not only study a profession at a university but also do a dual study program at a university and a company. I trained these students in the company and also have a certificate for this attached. There are high requirements and prerequisites to be allowed to teach in a company in Germany.
2021 - Current
German Tutor:-)
Education
2001 - 2005
Bachelor’s - Media Technology
Work Experience
2016 - 2022
Marketing Manager, Sales Manager
5.0
Rating
165
Students
2,873
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
116 lessons completed
USD 17.50+
Conversation for intermediate + advanced levels (Lessons via Google Meet)
A2 - C2Conversation1,741 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 7% off
General German - Grammar and Communication Skills (Lessons via Google Meet)
A2 - C1Language Essentials448 lessons completed
USD 29.80+
Package with 5% off
German for absolute Beginners (Lessons via Google Meet)
A1Language Essentials232 lessons completed
USD 29.80+
Package with 5% off
Business German (Lessons via Google Meet)
B1 - C2Business6 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
Package with 4% off
Structured German - for two
A1 - B1Language Essentials7 lessons completed
USD 76.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
79 Reviews
Gwenevere
48 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I’ve been studying German with Denise for around a year now, and she has been incredible. She is so patient and provides extremely clear and helpful explanations of complicated concepts.
I highly recommend Denise to anyone learning German!
Apr 10, 2026
Katerina Vlckova
49 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Denise has helped me prepare for an important work meeting in German. It was my first video call in German with clients, thanks to the preparation, phrases and words rehearsal all went really well. Thank you, Denise, for your help as always.
Jul 16, 2022
Elizabeth Herring
13 German lessons
She is helping me prepare for my german exam.
May 18, 2026
Marwan
35 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Denise is clearly an experienced German teacher, and the best among several that I have had before. This experience shows in the clarity of teaching, knowledge of teaching topics, and structure of discourse. We identify and work on weaknesses, and Denise takes care to go beyond the comfort zone of the student without going too far. In my opinion, this is the optimal way to learn for anyone. As a teacher, the rapport is good and is established on clear communication. Altogether, I would certainly recommend Denise ahead of all other teachers I have had before.
May 16, 2025
Oyman Basaran
79 German lessons
Denise is a fabulous teacher. She is patient, organized, and funny. I tried a couple of other teachers here before deciding to work exclusively with her. I am a teacher myself, and I appreciate when a teacher not only follows a student’s wishes, but also does not hesitate to point out what the student actually needs. That shows how caring Denise is. Highly recommended!
May 20, 2026
Elizabeth Herring
13 German lessons
Wonderful class, great teacher!
May 5, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 17.50
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