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German with Wolfgang S.

San Antonio, Texas

5.0
(14)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 9+
Speaks French, Russian, Spanish, English (MA), French
Teaching since 1991
Ph.D. in Education
  • 1 Repeated Students

Learn German from Dr. Wolfgang Soldan - any level, starting with age 9, everybody is 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 giving good advice, guidance, and then, of course, a plan, a kind of strategy to follow 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, slow down. There is no dogma; there is only one main criterion: success.

Instructor details

Location:
Teaches Online
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Teaching Hours

Monday
8 AM-10 AM
11 AM-2 PM
3 PM-3:30 PM
5 PM-6 PM
8 PM-8:30 PM
Tuesday
8 AM-12:30 PM
4 PM-7 PM
Wednesday
8 AM-10 AM
4 PM-6:30 PM
Thursday
8 AM-10 AM
11 AM-12 PM
1 PM-2 PM
4 PM-7 PM
Friday
10 AM-3 PM
5 PM-7 PM
Saturday
7 AM-9 AM
9:30 AM-10:30 AM
1 PM-7 PM
Sunday
12 PM-2 PM
3 PM-3:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$40
45 minutes
$50
60 minutes
$60
90 minutes
$80

About Wolfgang S.

5.0
(14)
My specialization is to prepare individuals for rigorous tests like the SAT I and II – German, AP German (Advanced Placement Test), and the challenging German language admission test at German universities in Germany. I have successfully taught German at all grades, in a traditional classroom, individually or online. I love teaching, consider myself patient, and can tailor my lesson plans to the student's needs. Furthermore, I spent two decades of my professional life teaching English in Germany, authoring and co-authoring textbooks for the English classroom. Since living in the United States, I have enjoyed teaching German from beginner to college level. My teaching experience ranges from children at the elementary school level to adults who need German language skills for their careers or enrichment. During my stay in the US, I had the opportunity to develop curricula for teaching German in public and private schools. I wrote articles in the field of German literature. Undoubtedly, my academic background (MA in German and English and a Ph.D. in education) helps me provide solid work for my students. Back in Germany and 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 78. I am looking forward to passing on my knowledge and skills in the German language to anybody who is curious about learning this language online with anybody in the world. Willkommen! Welcome. What is my approach? First, I listen carefully, very carefully. I believe it is essential for an excellent job to know precisely what my client wants to accomplish. Understanding this is the prerequisite to giving good advice, guidance, and a strategy to reach these goals. There is no dogma; there is only one main criterion: success.

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Dono
Online
This is going to be great!
Posted Jun 3, 2024
William
Online
An experienced & patient teacher.
Posted Feb 7, 2024
Julie
Teacher's studio
We lived in Germany for 4 years and my kids were in the German school system and picked up German by immersion. In 2014 we moved back to the U.S. and Wolfgang has spent 1 hour every week since for the past 9 years with my 2 boys helping them retain their German skills and add to them. He is patient and kind and understands different learning styles. He taught my kids together as well as in 2 separate sessions. He used jokes, stories, and as they grew up discussed current events and other interesting teen topics. He has always been flexible with rescheduling or skipping a lesson when, on occasion, some of their other extracurricular activities got in the way of their lesson. My youngest son started with Wolfgang in 4th grade and now has just graduated high school. We continued with Wolfgang all of those years. Wolfgang understands that language is learned with speaking first and spends a lot of time on speaking and reading out loud without too many crushing grammar sessions. We are sorry that the boys lessons have come to an end. If anyone is in need of German language tutoring, Wolfgang should be your first choice.
Posted May 31, 2023
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Experience

Instructor

Aug, 2016 - Present

Instruction and Translation

Lecturer

Aug, 2015 - May, 2016

University of Texas, San Antonio

Teaching German I and German II to students

Instructor of German and English as a Second Language

Sep, 1992 - Aug, 2014

University of Texas at Brownsville

Teaching courses in English as a Second Language at all levels

Teacher of German, English, and English as Second Language

Aug, 1991 - Jun, 2014

Brownsville Independent School District, Texas

Teaching 9th - 12th-grade high school students German 1 - 3, English all levels, ESL all levels.

Education

MA German

Jul, 1994 - Aug, 1996

University of California, Santa Barbara

Ph.D. in Education

Sep, 1996 - Aug, 1998

LaSalle University (US)

Certifications

Lehrbefähigung Klassen 3 - 13 (Teaching License for grades 3 - 13)

Jun, 1991

Senat von Berlin

This is a Teacher Certification issued by the German government, and granted by the Federal State of Berlin.

English as a Second Language (grades 6 - 12)

Jun, 1996

Texas Education Agency

Lifelong validity to teaching English as a Second Language

Secondary German (Grades 6 - 12)

Jul, 1994

Texas Education Agency

Lifelong validity to teaching German

English (grades 6 - 12)

Mar, 1994

Texas Education Agency

Lifelong validity to teaching English

Awards

Studienrat (Study Counsel)

Jun, 1986

Magistrat von Berlin (Germany)

Oberstudienrat (Senior Study Counsel)

May, 1989

Magistrat von Berlin (Germany), Abteilung Volksbildung

Affiliations

TESOL International Association

Sep, 1993

TESOL International Association’s mission is to advance professional expertise in English language teaching and learning for speakers of other languages worldwide.

American Philosophical Association

Sep, 1996

The American Philosophical Association promotes the discipline and profession of philosophy, both within the academy and in the public arena. The APA supports the professional development of philosophers at all levels and works to foster greater understanding and appreciation of the value of philosophical inquiry.

Languages

French

Limited Proficiency

English

Native Proficiency

Russian

Limited Proficiency

Spanish

Limited Proficiency

German

Native Proficiency

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