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German

Native

English

Spanish

From Austria

Living in Lima, Peru

One of the most experienced German teachers on italki – with nearly 5,000 lessons taught Hi! I’m Gerald, a Goethe-certified German teacher from Austria with a passion for languages and real conversation. I’ve lived in both Austria and Germany (Berlin), so I can help you navigate the differences between “Austrian German” and “German German” — both in language and culture. A few years ago, I moved to Peru, where I now teach German full-time here on italki. Beyond teaching, I’m into health, travel, cooking, current affairs, economics, sports and nature — and I love bringing those topics into our lessons. I'm easy to talk to, and I’ll only interrupt you when it really helps you learn. 🙂 I'm a certified German teacher (Goethe-Institut) with years of experience helping students of all levels and backgrounds. One of the biggest blocks I see in learners is the pressure to speak perfectly. That mindset holds you back. My job is to help you feel safe, supported, and encouraged to speak freely — fluent, not flawless ;-) I offer different lesson types: - Fully structured courses (great if you’re starting from zero) - Conversation-focused sessions (with or without materials) - A mix of both — customized to your goals No matter where you're starting from, we'll build lessons that fit you personally. My teaching style is clear, supportive, and tailored to your needs. I love 1:1 lessons because they let us focus on what works best for you — no compromises. We’ll use a course book if you want structure, or dive into real conversations if you're here to build fluency an...

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