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Josanne
Community Tutor
Teaches
Dutch
Native
Speaks
English
German
French
Swiss German
Spanish
Italian
Japanese
Learning a language is hard work, but there's no rule that says you can't also enjoy it. :)
Teaches
Dutch
Native
Speaks
English
German
French
Swiss German
Spanish
Italian
Japanese
Learning a language is hard work, but there's no rule that says you can't also enjoy it. :)
From NetherlandsLiving in Leiden, Netherlands (22:15 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 13, 2021Interest topicWritingReadingHistory
My name is Josanne, I'm from the Netherlands and I'm a jurist (criminal law), tutor, study supervisor, group fitness instructor and language lover. My native language is Dutch, but I also speak English, (Swiss) German, French and a bit of Spanish. I'm learning Italian and Japanese and I'm enjoying every frustrating bit of it.
My love for languages comes with a passion for writing and reading. Every year I participate in NaNoWriMo and I do so in one of my target languages since 2021.
The books I read are very diverse, but my absolute favourite genre is medical thriller. I hope that one day one of my NaNo-projects turns out to be my debut roman in that genre.Me as a Teacher
I have worked as a teacher in high school for Dutch and in adult education for Dutch and German. Since secondary school, I have been tutoring students in Dutch, English and German. At the moment I also work as a tutor for criminal law, looking for a place to obtain a PhD. I can easily adapt to your (language) learning needs and style. I believe that you learn the most when you're enjoying what you're doing and having fun.
My lessons are conversation based; I do not teach Dutch from scratch and I do not use (grammar) books in my lessons. I'd rather see myself as a coach on your language learning journey than as a teacher pur sang. After all, it's you who has to do the learning!My lessons & teaching style
By learning other languages, I have also started looking at Dutch with different eyes, recognising the pitfalls learners may encounter.
Even though I can easily talk about almost anything, the point of language learning is to get you to speak. There are many different ways to get there; exercises, writing, acting out dialogues from your favourite books or movies, prepared presentation and unprepared speech… Whatever fits your learning style and what you feel comfortable with.
I’d be thrilled to help you identify and overcome the quirks of the Dutch language. Trust me, I know how learning a foreign language can be frustrating and fulfilling at the same time!My teaching material
- Text Documents
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
- Presentation slides/PPT
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Image files
- Video files
- Quizzes
4.9
Rating
130
Students
508
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
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Dutch Lessons
Trial Lesson
85 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
Dutch conversation practice
A2 - C2Conversation Practice394 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 21% off
Dutch legal terminology
B1 - C2General10 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 12% off
Schrijf beter Nederlands / Write better Dutch
A1 - C1General19 lessons completed
USD 30.00
Package with 3% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
30 Reviews
Darel
6 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Josanne is erg enthousiast! Ik verheug me op meer lessen.
Sep 16, 2022
Lindsay
22 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Josanne is very supportive and the conversation flows pretty nice. She makes Dutch conversation fun. Tot volgende keer!
Sep 9, 2021
Christie
3 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Josanne was brilliant. I felt so incredibly supported and encouraged in our conversation class, and I’m really excited for our next lesson together. She has an excellent way of being able to relate things, explain nuances, and share tips and tricks.
Aug 8, 2021
Alexandra Gradijan
1 Dutch lesson
A nice introduction lesson with Josanne. Hope to return for more.
Nov 3, 2023
Michela
6 Dutch lessons
I had several lessons with Josanne and it was always very pleasent. She costumised the lessons based on my needs/requested and she was always keen in explaining more about the concepts that were not very clear. I really reccomend Josanne and her sunny energy!
Nov 3, 2023
Daniela
3 Dutch lessons
Josanne was great at making conversation and encouraging me to speak Dutch! Highly recommend 😄
Nov 3, 2023
Trial Lesson
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