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At italki, we offer personalized TestDaF lessons designed to meet your specific needs and goals. Our expert tutors focus on all sections of the TestDaF, including reading comprehension, listening, writing, and speaking.

Learn German with the teacher Deutschlehrer.
5.0

3,389 Lessons

Deutschlehrer

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :German
Native
English
+1

Business-Deutsch | Sprechen, Schreiben & Grammatik A1-C2 | Schülerhilfe | Fit für Goethe-Telc Test My goal is always to get the student talking german right away. We start with basic small talks that you can use everywhere in real life. Reading german textes to improve your german, working with textbooks, pdfs, online sources and videos. I like using always different materials to keep the lesson interesting and challenging for you! Business German My background as a Journalist and doing Press-Work helped me, to teach german to clients in Ministries (Ministry of Culture Prague, Ministry of Industry and Trade Prague). I also teached Head of Communications and Marketing Pro's in Companies like Kaufland and Lidl, giving advice & coaching for meetings and presentations in the german language.

USD 24.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Matthias.
5.0

3,595 Lessons

Matthias

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :German
Native
English
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
+1

Native German teacher, 9+ years of experience in the areas pronunciation, test preparation/ business ✔ If you are beginner, we will start with pronunciation first and then build grammar from there - that is the only way to sound native-like and avoid mistakes in the long run! ✔ If you are intermediate, I'll also give you a basic understanding of the German sounds to increase your awareness, with a special focus on the sounds you don't have in your native language ("sound gaps"). ✔ Throughout my lessons, I like to refer back to the individual sounds /aka "building blocks" of the German language - this has lead to great results for many of my students! ✔ I like you to find and correct your own (pronunciation) mistakes before I correct you (silent way approach)

USD 55.00/Hour
Available 15:30 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Lars.
5.0

7,329 Lessons

Lars

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
English
Japanese
French
+3

✔ Take your German to the next Level I’ve started private teaching in 2014. I have no accent, and I teach in standard German. In the beginning I taught people from East Asia, but today my students are coming from all over the world. I'm particularly interested in languages like Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Right now I'm trying to master Japanese. Understanding how these languages are structured gives me the opportunity to teach you German in a more understandable way. In addition, I can help you, to pass the TestDaF, which is the general German language test for foreigners, who want to start studying at a German University. I've also experience in preparing students for the DSH language test and the Goethe-Zertifikat.

USD 27.00/trial
Available 08:30 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Nora.
5.0

552 Lessons

Nora

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
English
Dutch
Flemish
Portuguese
French
Spanish

Multilingual German teacher & certified telc examiner I started teaching German when I moved to Portugal in 2013 and I have over 10 years of experience teaching online. In 2014, I became an official examiner for the telc exams, which means that I'm certified to act as an examiner for the telc A1-B2 exams as well as B2-C1 Medizin and B1-B2 Pflege. I'm also a certified instructor for medical professionals and I've worked as a learning designer developing German language courses for nurses and material about integration and intercultural skills.

USD 25.00/Hour
Learn German with the teacher Jürgen.
5.0

3,418 Lessons

Jürgen

Community Tutorid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
Austrian German
Native
English
+2

*8 years of teaching experience*personalized & fun lessons*TEST-Prep for language institutes and FSP Ich verfolge als Tutor in italki in jedem Unterricht 3 Ziele. Zunächst möchte ich eine angenehme und lockere Lernatmosphäre schaffen, in der du ungehemmt Fragen stellen, Ideen und Argumente teilen, und natürlich auch Fehler machen kannst, um in der Konversation ähnlich wie Wasser in einem Fluss frei und ohne Barrieren fließen zu können. Ich möchte außerdem deine Ziele möglichst genau erfassen, denn so kann ich einen individualisierten Lernplan erstellen. Lückenhaftes Wissen in Wortschatz und Grammatik nimmt dir viel Bewegungsfreiheit in der Konversation, ich werde diese Lücken aufspüren, danach wirst du sie mit meiner Unterstützung füllen und so deine Kenntnisse verbessern.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Lea K..
5.0

10.3k Lessons

Lea K.

Community Tutorid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
English
+1

As your tutor I will help you: 1. to feel comfortable in everyday conversations in German. 2. to maintain motivation and to enjoy the process of acquiring a new language. 3. to become "your own best teacher" so you can make the most of learning on your own. I see value in a lot of different methods of language learning. However, the best method is useless if you lose motivation halfway, and even with a less efficient method you can be successful in learning a language if you have fun doing it. That is why I am convinced that maintaining passion and motivation should be on top of our priority list.

USD 16.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Elena Uliantceva.
5.0

1,640 Lessons

Elena Uliantceva

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Russian
Native
English
+1

Während meines Studiums in Russland habe mehrmals Praktika in staatlichen Schulen und in einem Kinderferienlager absolviert. Nebenan habe ich einige Jahre in Sprachschulen und als Privatlehrerin gearbeitet. Ich habe viele Erfahrungen mit verschiedenen Altersgruppen gesammelt. Heute studiere ich an der LMU in München an der Fakultät für Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaften im Studiengang Deutsch als Fremdsprache, um meine Kenntnisse im Lehrbereich weiter zu vertiefen.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Katrin.
4.9

303 Lessons

Katrin

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :German
Native
English
Danish
French
Swedish
+1

Zertifizierte Lehrkraft mit 10 Jahren Unterrichtserfahrung | B1 - C2, TestDaF, A level, Konversation Ich arbeite seit 10 Jahren als Lehrerin für DaF und unterrichte sowohl online als auch in einer Sprachschule vor Ort. Meine Schüler sind Jugendliche und Erwachsene, die entweder ihr Sprachniveau verbessern und ggf. eine Sprachprüfung ablegen möchten oder ihre Sprachkenntnisse durch Konversation verbessern wollen. Außerdem bereite ich Jugendliche auf die Aufnahmeprüfung für die Uni (TestDaF) oder ihr AS/A-Level vor. Ich habe ein Lehrzertifikat des Goethe-Instituts München und probiere immer gerne Neues aus, um meinen Schülern die deutsche Sprache mit Spaß am Lernen zu vermitteln. I have been working as a German as a foreign language teacher for 10 years, teaching teenagers and adults.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Nico Jacob.
5.0

3,189 Lessons

Nico Jacob

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :German
Native
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Japanese
Polish
+2

I have taught German and English in several different circumstances. During my early internships in China I organized basic German and business level English trainings. In the German Chamber of Commerce, I was also involved in editing a yearly bi-language training brochure for special trainings in Shanghai. But I also taught English and German for a year in kindergarten, where I focused on fun in acquiring a new language. In Germany I mainly taught German privately, mainly focusing on the Testdaf-exam but also the German high school-diploma Abitur. Occasionally, I also prepared students for the TOEFL-Exam.

USD 17.00/trial
Available 08:30 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Haris.
5.0

1,293 Lessons

Haris

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Kids
+1
Speaks :German
Serbian
Native
Bosnian
English
+1

Licensed teacher | 10+ yrs German/Serbian/Bosnian | Works in a school and at a university Teaching is more than just a profession for me it’s a passion. With over a decade of experience in language instruction, I have worked with students of all backgrounds, levels, and learning styles. My priority is you your progress, your confidence, and your ability to truly use the language in real-life situations. I don’t believe in simply selling lessons; I believe in helping people learn in a meaningful way. My approach is student-centered, adaptable, and focused on practical application. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced learner, my goal is to make sure you leave each lesson feeling more confident and capable.

USD 19.00/trial
Available 05:15 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Georgia katsani.
5.0

1,453 Lessons

Georgia katsani

Professional Teacherid verified
Kids
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
Greek
Native
English

Certified German teacher with 16 years of experience I’m an experienced teacher, but above all, I truly love what I do. My goal is for you to enjoy both the learning process and the language itself. I create a safe, supportive space where you can feel comfortable, make mistakes without fear, and grow from them. I’ll be right there to guide you every step of the way. I want our lessons to be effective, motivating — and something you genuinely look forward to!

USD 26.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher 🎓Kathy.
5.0

7,868 Lessons

🎓Kathy

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :German
Bulgarian
Native
Russian
Native
Austrian German
English
French
+1

✅ TELC Examiner & Rater with 10 years of teaching and translation experience ➡️ Professional Teaching Services I offer: •Language learning heavily focused on creating your Vocabulary and feeling comfortable to speak ✅You'll learn various listening technics how to understand German language spoken at speed. •(Digitaler) TestDaf, TELC, Goethe Zertifikat, ÖSD Vorbereitung ➡️What you should EXPECT from my class: •Your PERSONAL Deep language needs analysis and PLAN to achieve YOUR goal. •No matter what your language goal is, be assured that you will achieve it with me.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 09:00 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Nikolija.
5.0

5,016 Lessons

Nikolija

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
Serbian
English
+2

Native German teacher with Master's degree in German language (more than 8 years experience) I have 5 years of experience in teaching from beginners to advanced learners. First I was a classroom teacher in a primary school, but later I found that teaching one-on-one is both, more efficient for students and more interesting for the teacher. I am patient, friendly and reliable. You can book an informal tutoring lesson so I can get to know you better and understand what your strengths and weaknesses are, so I can make a personalized plan for you which fits your needs.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn German with the teacher Krisztina.
5.0

7,414 Lessons

Krisztina

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Hungarian
Native
English
+2

Hungarian: citizenship interview preparation/general teaching, German: grammar/communication/exams I am an open-minded and curious teacher who is eager to learn as much as possible about people and the world. This means that I will be genuinely interested in whatever interests you! :) For me, communication is key when learning a language, so I will encourage you to speak as much as possible - if that is what you want. If you'd rather focus on grammar, listening, or anything else, of course, we can do that. In our first meeting, we’ll discuss your goals, and we will work towards them. In my video, I describe in detail how I teach. However, I am quite flexible regarding my teaching style, so if you think that another approach would benefit you more, I'm open to other methods as well!

USD 19.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Regina.
5.0

1,183 Lessons

Regina

Community Tutorid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :German
Native
English
Native
Polish
Spanish
+2

TEFL-certified teacher with 10+ years of experience! 📚 I’m dedicated to crafting personalised lesson plans that suit your needs. Share your goals with me, and I’ll guide you on your exciting journey towards fluency. Let's achieve your language dreams together!

USD 33.00/Hour
Learn German with the teacher Anna Sehal.
5.0

1,081 Lessons

Anna Sehal

Professional Teacherid verified
Kids
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :German
English
Ukrainian
Native
Russian
+1

Professional University Teacher with a PhD and 16+years teaching experience My teaching experience comprises 16 years: university tutor and a private language trainer one-on-one and in-group classes. I taught around 1000 students worldwide and helped them pass international exams, be more confident in speaking, get ready to write an essay or gain linguistic skills, and succeed in academic studies. I'm passionate about my profession, love it immensely, and devote myself to what I do helping my students master their language skills. I'm always in search of the most efficient methods, techniques, and ways to make it better for my students, so I'm sure the best way you can teach someone is when you don't give up learning yourself all the time.

USD 19.00/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn German with the teacher Ivo Niethammer.
5.0

2,352 Lessons

Ivo Niethammer

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :German
Native
Swiss German
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
French
Thai
+4

Certified German Teacher: 15+ Years of Inspiring Language Journeys With years of teaching experience and a deep understanding of language learning, I create a relaxed and engaging environment where students feel confident making progress. I’ve worked with learners of all ages and fluency levels, from beginners to advanced speakers, including both native German speakers and those learning it as a second language. This experience allows me to adapt my teaching style to each student’s needs, whether you prefer structured lessons, conversation practice, or a mix of both. My goal is to make learning German enjoyable, effective, and tailored to you!

USD 10.00/trial
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Frequently asked questions

What is the TestDaF exam?

The TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache) is an advanced-level German language proficiency exam designed for non-native speakers who wish to study at German universities or need proof of language proficiency for academic and professional purposes. The exam assesses four key language skills: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression, and oral expression.

TestDaF is recognized by all German universities and is often required for admission into higher education programs. It is scored at three levels: TDN 3, TDN 4, and TDN 5, with TDN 4 generally being the minimum requirement for most university courses. The exam is designed to reflect real-life language use in academic contexts, making it a critical step for students and professionals planning to study or work in Germany.

What level of German do I need to prepare for the TestDaF?

To prepare for the TestDaF exam, you should have a German proficiency level of at least B2 to C1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). A B2 level indicates that you have an intermediate understanding of German, which is necessary to start focusing on the advanced language skills required for the TestDaF.

Having a C1 level or working toward it is ideal, as it reflects a higher degree of fluency and comprehension, better preparing you for the exam’s academic context. The TestDaF evaluates your ability to understand complex texts, engage in detailed discussions, and express your ideas clearly in writing, so having a solid foundation in German grammar, vocabulary, and communication is essential for effective preparation.

How long should I study for the TestDaF?

The amount of time you should study for the TestDaF depends on your current German proficiency and your target score. On average, students with an intermediate level (B2) might need three to six months of dedicated preparation to reach the C1 level required to perform well on the exam. This preparation period includes structured lessons, consistent practice, and self-study.

If your proficiency is lower (A2 or early B1), you may need additional time to build up your language foundation before focusing on exam-specific strategies. Regular lessons with a qualified tutor and comprehensive study plans can significantly enhance your progress. During this time, you should engage in activities that develop all four tested skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking.

To maximize your study efforts, set a consistent schedule and incorporate practice exams to familiarize yourself with the test format and time constraints. This targeted approach will help ensure you are thoroughly prepared for each section of the TestDaF.

Can I take TestDaF lessons if I only want to improve my speaking skills?

Yes, you can absolutely take TestDaF lessons focused solely on improving your speaking skills. TestDaF tutors on italki offer personalized lessons tailored to your individual needs, so if speaking is your primary concern, they can help you strengthen this area. During speaking-focused lessons, your tutor will provide conversation practice, exam-style speaking prompts, and feedback on pronunciation, fluency, and accuracy. They’ll also guide you in developing strategies to respond confidently and clearly to typical TestDaF speaking tasks.

By concentrating on speaking, you can enhance your ability to discuss various topics, present arguments, and engage in structured dialogues, which are essential skills for the TestDaF.

Are online TestDaF lessons as effective as traditional in-person classes?

Yes, online TestDaF lessons can be just as effective as traditional in-person classes. With digital tools and interactive platforms, online lessons offer the same high-quality instruction, allowing you to work closely with your tutor on TestDaF-specific skills like reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Tutors can share study materials, administer practice tests, and provide real-time feedback, ensuring you’re fully engaged in each lesson.

Online lessons also provide flexibility, letting you choose a tutor who fits your schedule and learning style, regardless of location. This personalized approach makes online TestDaF preparation convenient, accessible, and highly effective for achieving your goals.

Ready to start your German learning journey? Book a trial lesson with one of our experienced German tutors today and take your first step towards fluency.

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