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.
David
Hi there. I am an open-minded, positive person and I enjoy teaching new things to people from all over the world. I really like grammar, but also stories and learning about people’s background, and always bring fun and motivation to my classroom. I am really interested in Latin America and have travelled there many times. I lived in Brazil for 7 years, where I also taught German. My best advice for language learning is: "use, use, use," and "step by step."
Torsten
After studying Applied Theatre Studies (with a focus on literature) at university, I started off work as a dancer and an actor. After that, I spend a while working in publishing and the cultural sector.
During this time I managed an agency for artists and studied German as a Foreign language at the Goethe-Institute, from there I went to Brazil and taught German and English.
Further stops of my life: born in the German Sauerland, lived and studied in Marburg, Gießen, Köln, Berlin, Sao Paulo, Paris… Since coming back from South America, I work as a German teacher and Yoga instructor.
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!
Claudia
My name is Claudia. What do I love about teaching? That the world meets in my classroom! I succeed in creating a positive and motivating atmosphere which even makes my students enjoy German grammar a little bit. I’m looking forward to meeting you!
Uli
Hello, I am Uli and have taught German as a Foreign Language since 2002. Since the middle of 2009 I have worked at speakeasy and mostly teach private lessons and conversation courses. I like to spend my free time with music and literature.
Lea
My name is Lea, I’m from and I’ve already lived in Berlin for someyears. I studied German Philology and I enjoy reading, writing anddancing. Because I am very curious, I very much enjoy the exchangebetween many different people in my classroom and it is very excitingfor me to accompany you during the process of your language learning.It’s fun to make my classes as true-to-life as possible – but my nerdyside has a keen interest for grammar which especially shows in the moreadvanced courses.
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!
Annika
Hi! My name is Annika. After studying German language and literature at uni and spending some time teaching abroad, I now live in Berlin. Since 2015, I have taught German in the speakeasy classrooms as well as at several companies. If you fancy not only learning about the present and past tense but also about cook books, German beer and discovering Berlin, just come down to speakeasy! I look forward to meeting you all!
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.
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.
