Wolfgang S.

Experience Summary

I spent two decades of my professional life teaching English in Germany, authorizing and co-authorizing textbooks for the English classroom. Since I have been living in the United States I enjoy teaching German from beginner to college level. My teaching experience ranges from children at the elementary school level till adults, who need German language skills for their career of for enrichment. During my stay in the US, I had the opportunity to develop curricula for teaching German in public schools as well as private schools and wrote articles in the field of German literature. Undoubtedly, my academic background (MA in German and English and a Ph.D. in the field of education) help me to provide solid work for my students. Back in Germany as well here in the States, I had ample opportunities to teach individual students German or English as a Foreign Language. The age range was as young as 8 while my oldest student was 73. I am looking forward to pass on my knowledge and skills in the German language to anybody who is curious and interested in learning this language in the San Antonio area, which I call home since the end of 2014. Willkommen! Welcome. What is my approach? First of all, I listen carefully, very carefully. I believe it is important for an excellent job to know precisely what my client wants to accomplish. Understanding this is the prerequisite to give good advice, guidance and then, of course, a plan, a kind of strategy to follow in order to reach these goals. There will be a permanent interaction between my client and myself to monitor the progress, eventually speed up the tempo or, if necessary, to slow down. There is no dogma; there is only one main criterion: success.

Teaching Style

The basic approach is to get to know the student and teach the way the student can learn best. Therefore, the teaching style may vary depending on the personality and the request the student, respectively his or her parents have. Otherwise, I follow the Socratic method and guide the student by having him explore his own knowledge and experience and build on this individual foundation of knowledge and skills.

My Hobbies

I am fortunate that my main hobby, being interested in other cultures, their language and history, has become my profession. The I like watching a good movie, play chess, badminton, go for a walk and just love the outdoors. One further spare time activity is following the domestic and world news. I am fascinated by the technological and scientific development. Depending on the time of the day and the occasion, or sometimes on the condition of my mood, I like to listen to classical music, but also to easy-going lighter music.

Other Comments

I love to teach and enjoy the progress developing with the student.

All Subjects I Tutor

• Chess
• Continuing Education

• English ESOL
• German

• TOEFL
• Typing Skills

• Writing Skills