Meet the language teaching team

Kandice

Hi! I’m Kandice. I completed my master’s degree in Teaching German as a Foreign Language quite a few years ago here in lovely Berlin at Humboldt University. Ever since, I’ve been teaching German. I’d describe myself as a cheerful instructor – in my classes, we do a lot of singing and playing because I’m convinced it’s the most effective way to learn complex structures. My academic interests include contrastive linguistics and the acquisition of grammatical gender by learners whose native language doesn’t have this concept. I look forward to getting to know you all and teaching you German through having fun.

Aleksandra

My Name is Aleksandra. You can learn german with me without stress, but with a lot of fun. Logical, intuitive and communicativ: so we can learn german together! Hope to see you soon!

Hanna

The German language has been my passion and profession for many years. After studying German Philology, Italian and philosophy in Germany and Italy, I started working as an editor and a German teacher. I started working for speakeasy Berlin in October 2017.

Due to my own time abroad, I know only too well that the language of a new country is the key to a whole new world: to its people, its culture, its history and its present. It is therefore the door to personal plans, wishes and hopes which we connect to this new world. I will happily support and accompany you for a part of your journey here in Germany.

Maarten

Hallo! This is also how we greet each other in the Netherlands where I was born. As a Dutchman, I know what it means to learn German as a foreign language. I love languages, I studied ‘German Language and Culture’ and discovered Berlin in the process. I love this open and diverse city very much. I’ve lived here since 2014 with my German wife and since 2017 also with our two daughters. They are also learning German now – and hopefully also a little bit of Dutch!

Nicola

It has always been crucially important in my life to work and deal with German language. After my studies of German Literature, Art and Media Science, I worked as a Dramaturg for several years in different theatres around Germany, such as Berlin and Saarbrücken. At speakeasy, I use my communication skills and enthusiasm for language to prepare you for the big stage we call ‘Berlin’. I look forward to getting to know you!

Cordula

My name is Cordula and I'm from Köln/Cologne. I'm interested in the world, in other countries and other cultures. I spent the last few years living in New Zealand, Australia and Spain. Every now and then, I miss being abroad - so I enjoy meeting people from all over the world here at speakeasy every day. I want you to feel comfortable in my class - so I encourage you to ask questions and make mistakes, that's the best way to learn!

Evelyn

How about a world without nominative, accusative, dative or genitive? Quite boring and down-to-earth. Who doesn’t want to be bored and wants to have an easy explanation of complicated German grammar (with a hint of humour) can join my classes.