A language school is brought to life by its teachers. At speakeasy Berlin it's certainly the language teaching team who are responsible for delivering lessons by the speakeasy method – meaning practical, interactive, learning, focused on the individual needs of the students. And we like to think the language teaching team all embody the speakeasy spirit, just like the rest of the team at speakeasy – this means being warm, open-minded and fun.
The language teaching team creates the exciting interactive learning environment that we believe gets the best results. It's their jobs to make sure all students get the most they can from their classes – and have a good time doing so!
Our teachers themselves come from different backgrounds and have extensive experience teaching adults from around the world. Most of the language teaching team have taught at speakeasy for a long time, so they really are vital to what makes the school just what it is.
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!
Andreas
I studied German literature, politics and philosophy in Munich and Berlin. Since 2004 it has been my great pleasure to teach German as a foreign language. After working in India for 12 years, I returned to Berlin in April 2019. I really enjoy rediscovering this great city after all this time, even though I really do miss the delicious food and warm climate in India. Most of all, I enjoy teaching German as a foreign language to interesting people from all over the world.
Jacqueline
Hello! My name is Jacqueline and I come from Switzerland. I studied adult education and German as a foreign language at the School of Applied Linguistics (SAL) in Zürich. My speciality while studying was “learning technics and learning strategies”, which has also become a hobby of mine. Learning a new language is a big adventure – let’s travel the journey together!
Dennis
Hi, I´m Dennis and I´m looking forward to showing you the beauty of the German language. I studied German, Italian and Spanish in Potsdam and speak a little bit of Polish, too. Since 2022, I work at speakeasy Berlin. It´s very important for me to teach you my mother tongue with lots of fun and joy, so that you quickly become confident in grammar and communication.
Mikhail
Hi! My name is Mikhail. I've been living in the great city of Berlin for many years and, among other things, I studied linguistics here - a subject that I always knew would qualify me for my dream job - teaching German as a foreign language. And my personal career dream has now come true at speakeasy Berlin! I look forward to getting to know you in one or the other course and to sharing my enthusiasm for the diversity of the German language with you!
Stephany
Hi, I am Stephy and I have been teaching German as a foreign language for 7 years, including two years working in Bolivia. I studied German as a foreign and second language for my bachelor's degree in Jena and linguistics for my master's degree in Cologne. As a foreigner in Germany and a language lover, I have always wanted to teach the language to other foreigners so that they can find and enjoy their journey and goals in Germany as much as I have.
Chiara
My name is Chiara and I have been working at speakeasy for 1.5 years now. In addition to my work as a teacher, I am currently writing my master's thesis with a focus on German as a foreign language. I work as a foreign language teacher because I find it interesting to see or implement the content I learn at university in real life. It's also nice to meet new people and accompany them on their language journey. In my free time, I like to read fantasy books, go to metal or rock concerts and play online games with friends.
Justin
Hey my name is Justin. During my studies, I spent a lot of time analyzing the German language and noticed: It is diverse! This diversity is also reflected in the vibrant city of Berlin. To enable everyone to become a part of it, I would like to familiarize you with the language so that you can fully enjoy life here.
