Josanne
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Josanne
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Teaches
Dutch
Native
German
Speaks
English
French
Swiss German
Spanish
Italian
Frisian
Japanese
Language learning needs structure, humour, and the right kind of obsession. I bring all three.
Teaches
Dutch
Native
German
Speaks
English
French
Swiss German
Spanish
Italian
Frisian
Japanese
Language learning needs structure, humour, and the right kind of obsession. I bring all three.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From NetherlandsLiving in Leiden, Netherlands (07:19 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 13, 2021InterestsWritingLegal ServicesReadingHistoryMedical & Healthcare
I’m fluent in Dutch, German, French, English — and “what does this word even mean?”
I’m Josanne — jurist, tutor, language nerd and group fitness instructor from the Netherlands. My native language is Dutch, but I also speak English, German (and Swiss German 🫕), French and a bit of Spanish. I’m currently learning Italian and Frisian.
I read obsessively, write compulsively, and take part in NaNoWriMo every year — in one of my target languages since 2021. I dream of publishing a medical thriller someday. Until then, I settle for being multilingual and slightly overcaffeinated. ☕Me as a Teacher
I’ve taught Dutch and French in secondary school, and German and Dutch in adult education. I’ve been tutoring since I was a student myself — in law, languages, and study skills. My lessons are conversation-based, flexible, and adapted to your needs. I won’t give you a step-by-step textbook course — instead, I’ll coach you through real-life communication, at your level and pace.
I don’t teach Dutch from scratch, but if you already speak a little, I’ll help you build fluency, confidence, and clarity. Because language is a skill — and you only learn it by using it.My lessons & teaching style
Learning other languages has taught me to see Dutch from a learner’s perspective — including all its quirks and traps. In our lessons, you will do most of the talking. I’ll guide you, ask questions, and correct when needed — gently and with purpose.
I use the chat for quick corrections or a shared Google Doc if you prefer more structure. Whether you want to build fluency, refine grammar or just get more confident, I’m here to help. I know how frustrating (and addictive!) language learning can be — and how good it feels when things finally click.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
4.9
Rating
196
Students
762
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Dutch Lessons
Dutch
German
Trial Lesson
134 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Dutch conversation practice
A2 - C2Conversation582 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
Dutch legal terminology
B1 - C2Language Essentials10 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
Package with 10% off
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40 Reviews
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Dutch
German
Paul
3 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Josanne is a very friendly and helpful teacher. She has a lot of energy and keeps the conversation going while at the same time correcting mistakes and clarifying grammar. I learnt a lot and it was a lot of fun. Highly recommended!
Jun 7, 2025
Andrea L
17 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Josanne is a wonderful teacher and conversation partner. She is enthusiastic about learning new languages, so she really understands the challenges of learning a new language as an adult.
If you are looking for a fun and knowledgable language teacher, look no further. Thanks to my weekly conversations with Josanne, I am much more confident expressing myself in Dutch. Highly recommended.
Jan 28, 2025
Leanne McLoughney
1 Dutch lesson
What a great introduction. Josanne, instantly had me at ease. Her bubbly personality is infectious. I came of the call energised and excited to start learning again!
Jan 24, 2025
Romain Sacchi
9 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
It was lovely to meet Josanne. I am looking forward to making progress together with her.
Mar 29, 2025
Paul
3 Dutch lessons
Josanne is fantastisc every time. Great positive energy, really encouraging and explains things very clearly. I recommend her very highly!
Jun 16, 2025
Andreea Lascu
3 Dutch lessons
Wonderful trial lesson. Josanne is a lovely, energetic and highly motivated tutor ready to help you learn and gain confidence in Dutch.
Apr 25, 2024
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