Hi, I'm Susanne - your highly educated and experienced German teacher

Hi there, my name is Susanne, founder of Speakeasy - Einfach Deutsch Lernen. I created my Lernloft in Neuheim, high above the beautiful Swiss scenery with an amazing mountain view. I'm meeting my students online via Zoom, at my office or directly at their workplaces for in-company sessions.

 

I am passionate about working with people and love sharing knowledge in a trusting environment. My own experience of being a newcomer to Switzerland is always part of my lessons – I know exactly what your situation is and how you feel. I'm happy to share my experiences and help you get started to feeling comfortable in Switzerland and speaking German, both in everyday life and in business. 

The most rewarding for me are my students' success and progress!

 

German is my mother tongue, I was born in Bavaria, the most beautiful part of southern Germany, and am currently living and working in Canton Zug, Switzerland. 

As a highly educated and experienced teacher for German as a foreign language I hold several degrees in Linguistics and Educational Science. I'm teaching adults, professionals as well as private persons, from all over the world here in Switzerland.

 

Reviews - What my students say about me 

There are more reviews on Speakeasy's Google profile.

 

Ich möchte dir für dein Charisma, deine Aufmerksamkeit und deinen guten Unterricht danken. Wir hatten einen sehr guten Lehrer bei Ihnen! Ich wage zu behaupten, dass wir dich alle vermissen, und es wäre sehr schön, dich wiederzuhaben! 

Alejandra, Mexiko

 

Vielen Dank für den Kurs, den wir gemacht haben. Es war sehr interessant und ich habe gern daran teilgenommen 
Du bist doch eine super gute Lehrerin! (das kann ich sagen dank meiner ziemlich großen Erfahrung in Sprachschulen :D )

Danilo, Italien

 

Ich fühle mich mit dem digitalen Unterricht ganz wohl. Z.B. Zeit sparen für den Weg zum Unterricht. Ich fühle mich sehr ermutigt zu lernen und Fortschritte zu machen.

Natalie, Ukraine

 

Du bist meine Lieblingslehrerin. Ich habe wirklich große Fortschritte für meine Prüfungsvorbereitung gemacht.

Phuc, Vietnam

 

Du kannst wirklich sehr gut erklären und bringst sehr viele Beispiele, das hilft mir sehr.

Mario, Spanien

 

Am Besten gefällt mir, dass du so flexibel bist, auf alle Schüler und ihre Fragen eingehst und darauf achtest, dass jeder versteht. 

Arevik, Armenien

 

Du bist sehr geduldig und versuchst uns immer zum Gespräch anzuregen.

Edina, Ungarn

 

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The best German teachers go beyond simply teaching the language. They become mentors who can:

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Finding the right teacher is crucial. Don't hesitate to interview potential teachers and ask questions about their qualifications, experience, and teaching style.

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Investing in a highly educated and experienced German teacher is an investment in your future fluency. Their expertise, combined with their ability to tailor their approach to your individual needs, will set you on the path to mastering German with confidence and unlocking a world of opportunities in Switzerland.