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Sandra Esslinger
Community TutorTeaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Thai
Other
Turkish
Energetic, fun and REAL CONVERSATION classes with a motivated teacher 🗣️🇩🇪
Teaches
German
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Thai
Other
Turkish
Energetic, fun and REAL CONVERSATION classes with a motivated teacher 🗣️🇩🇪
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From GermanyLiving in Bangkok, Thailand (04:28 UTC+07:00)
About Me
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Hallo, schön dich kennenzulernen!
I'm a native German speaker who was born and raised in Southern Germany. Due to having a German Father and a Thai mother I grew up both multilingual and multicultural. After completing high school in 2017 I went on to travel the world, learn new languages and ultimately graduate in Languages and Foreign Cultures in Portugal. As of now I am fluent in German, English, Spanish and Portuguese and I study Thai. My students range from age 6 to +70 and I am open to teach all genders, ages, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, etc.. In my classes I create a safe, open space where you can speak and learn freely.Me as a Teacher
I am a teacher but first and foremost I am also a forever student. Through my work as an Aupair in which I practised German with Kids aged 6 to 10 and through my language studies at University I learned that you can only teach others if you are also willing to learn and consistently drive to better your own skills. From learning many foreign languages myself I have developed my own personal hacks and tips on how to most effectively learn a new language.
I accept lesson cancellations or reschedules with less than 24 hours in advance. However, this depends on my current lesson demand and schedule therefore I will decide on that for each individual case. My lessons & teaching style
I am a young, open-minded and flexible teacher with lots of experience in language learning. From personal experience I know that the best and fastest way to learn a foreign language is to actually speak it! If you already have a foundation in German and want to practise what you know in a fun and safe environment I am the right teacher for you! During each lesson I will take notes on what went well and what will need some further practise.
I sometimes accept lesson cancellations or reschedules with less than 24 hours in advance. However, this depends on my current lesson demand so I may decide individually for each individual case.My teaching material
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Emotional Intelligence Practitioner - The Priority Academy - 2024I have succesfully completed a Practitioner level course in the principles and practices of Emotional Intelligence. This course included over 9 hours of video-based training with over 85 lectures.
DaF Teacher - Teacher Training Institute Freiburg - 2024Certificate Course for Teaching German as a Foreign Language at TTI DaF Freiburg. The participant attended 130 out of 130 hours and was awarded grade "Sehr gut"/Very good.
BA in Languages and Foreign Cultures - Instituto Politécnico do Porto - 20221) Expertise in linguistics and culture for collaborative development of English and Spanish training projects in diverse educational settings;
2) Cultivation of multilingual skills rooted in German and three other languages;
3) Strategic use of technology for academic and professional development;
4) Recognition of foreign languages' significance in cultural industries, particularly media;
5) Team collaboration in diverse, national, and international communication contexts
Education
2019 - 2022
Bachelor’s - Foreign Languages and Cultures1) Expertise in linguistics and culture for collaborative development of English and Spanish training projects in diverse educational settings;
2) Cultivation of multilingual skills rooted in German and three other languages;
3) Strategic use of technology for academic and professional development;
4) Recognition of foreign languages' significance in cultural industries, particularly media;
5) Team collaboration in diverse, national, and international communication contexts
2024 - Current
Bachelor’s - German as a Foreign LanguageCertificate Course for Teaching German as a Foreign Language at TTI DaF Freiburg
Work Experience
2017 - 2018
Au PairAs an Au Pair in two Spanish households, I provided attentive care for three children, aged 7 to 10. My responsibilities ranged from preparing the kids for school, managing drop-offs and pickups, to handling household chores. Moreover, a significant part of my role involved supporting the children with their studies at the Deutsche Schule Bilbao. It was a rewarding experience contributing to their growth and well-being.
2018 - 2019
Customer Support AgentAs a Customer Support Agent for prominent projects such as "Wish" and "Zalando," I addressed customer inquiries encompassing product details, order information, and website navigation. My commitment to delivering exceptional service ensured a seamless and positive customer experience.
2020 - 2024
German TeacherSince 2020, I've been teaching German to an amazing group of over 450 students worldwide. In more than 4,600 private classes, we've delved into not just the language but also explored German culture, history, and media. From 7-year-olds to those in their 70s, my students cover a wide age range, with German proficiency levels spanning from A2 to C2. It's been an enriching experience connecting with learners from diverse backgrounds and skill levels!
5.0
Rating
799
Students
8,591
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
German Lessons
Trial Lesson
364 lessons completed
USD 9.99+
NOT for new students! Students before beginning of March 2023 only!
A2 - C2Conversation4,638 lessons completed
USD 9.18+
Package with 8% off
E-Mail/Text/Essay CORRECTION and WRITING
A1 - C2Language Essentials84 lessons completed
USD 7.02+
Package with 1% off
100% CONVERSATION, 100% CORRECTION and 100% FUN
A2 - C2Conversation3,406 lessons completed
USD 12.96+
Package with 8% off
Availability
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My creations
Podcast (1)
Quiz (5)
381 Reviews
lu.siao.ling
4 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sandra is EXACTLY the kind of teacher I need to get me talking fluently and with grammatical errors removed. It's true, as a native English speaker,.. everyone seemingly switches to English to converse with me and when they hear me speaking German... I'm generally understood but not corrected with the details that are so important to fluency. I would like to keep Sandra a secret ... but no... she deserves the credit! A natural born teacher!
Mar 29, 2023
Marco Garcia
1 German lesson
Very good first lesson, will be booking again!
Dec 24, 2025
Kiara Allen
3 German lessons
Sandra is always awesome to talk to. She has great conversation topics and always keeps the conversations interesting.
Dec 11, 2025
Ramone Carson
39 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I could not have asked for a better German tutor. You are smart, friendly, a patient listener and also interesting to listen to. Thank you for keeping the topics and writing assignments intellectually stimulating and relevant. You really keep me engaged while also pushing me to acquire the words and grammar I most urgently need to acquire!
Dec 18, 2020
Wanda Lesley-ann Špá
3 German lessons
I have a really good feeling about Sandra! She seems very patient, organized and willing to talk about any topic of interest. I am looking forward to improve my German with her! :)
Dec 16, 2025
Vittoria
1 German lesson
Viele Danke Sandra! Ich habe viel gelernt.
Dec 10, 2025
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