If you're interested in learning German, consider contacting Varsity Tutors and getting yourself enrolled in a San Antonio German course. These courses are great if want to prepare for college or if you'd just like to pick up an extra hobby. We welcome students at nearby high schools such as East Central High School and Madison High School. College students and adult learners are welcome as well, so think about signing up if you attend a local college such as the University of Texas at San Antonio.
German is the native language of over 90 million people across the world. German is an official language of both Austria and Germany. It belongs to the Indo-European language group and is in the same family as Dutch and English. High German is the most common dialect in media and in schools. Since German is spoken in several areas across Europe, it's an important language that can introduce you to a whole new culture and group of people. Learning German may also give you professional advantages in certain jobs.
What topics can I learn about in a San Antonio German course?
There are some basic topics that may be covered in your San Antonio German course, including vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Let's take a look at each of these in turn.
You may discuss German vocabulary in your course, including the concept of gendered nouns. This can confuse beginners when they discover that nouns can be masculine, feminine, or neuter. However, once you've studied the language for a while, it likely won't bother you as much. Your instructor can give you some insight into the best ways of memorizing vocabulary and gender.
Since German pronunciation can be difficult for beginners, it's possible that you may struggle a bit with it. However, this is where the collaborative features of the course are helpful. Learning pronunciation isn't as difficult when you can speak the language with others and have a trained instructor there to assist you if you encounter problems.
Grammar acts as the framework of any language. Without grammar, you can't put words together in any meaningful way. German grammar is a topic that your instructor is likely to review with you, so you may need to study verb tenses and conjugations in German. Although this can be a tedious process, it's a vital part of learning a language.
How can a San Antonio German course benefit me?
We understand that you're likely to have a busy life, which is why the courses have been designed to be as convenient as possible. One great feature of the courses is that they take place entirely online. This means that you don't even have to fret about any of the hassles associated with getting out of the house. You don't need to worry about getting through traffic or finding a parking spot. All you need to do is turn on your computer, connect to the internet, and you can participate in the course from the comfort of your own home! It really doesn't get much better than that.
When you're in a San Antonio German class, you can collaborate with other students and help each other out. Collaboration has actually been shown to give students a deeper understanding of the material that's being studied. This makes a lot of sense when you stop to think about it, because students can exchange their knowledge and build each other up. Your instructor can help this process go more smoothly and assist students with any difficulties. For instance, if you're having a tough time with grammar, your instructor can go over the material and may be able to give you some helpful study tips. Also, if you're really struggling with a topic, you can schedule one-on-one time with your instructor to get some individualized instruction. In addition, don't forget that when you enroll in classes, you can choose between a two-week class and a four-week class. This way it will be easier to fit classes into your schedule. There are multiple class sections, with new sections beginning monthly.
How do I get started with a San Antonio German class?
Getting enrolled in German classes can improve your life on many different levels. Learning a new language and taking your education to the next level is a fulfilling endeavor that will pay off for the rest of your life. Take the next step in your education and get enrolled today.
If you're interested in getting signed up for a San Antonio German class, or if you have any questions about the class, please don't hesitate to contact Varsity Tutors. We are here to help!
Isabella: San Antonio German course instructor
I teach German for any age groups. I moved to San Antonio from Germany in December 2016. I grew up in Bavaria and lived in several German cities. I believe that learning German is lots of fun and I am looking forward to teach you!
Education & Certification
- Hessische Berufsakademie - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- Diploma- University of Applied Sience - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 3
- German 2
- Conversational German
- +3 subjects
Yulia: San Antonio German course instructor
...lived in Germany for 3 years. I have always had a passion for learning and working with languages. I have spent the past ten years strengthening my knowledge by taking community classes and earning certificates of accomplishment, working as a volunteer translator, and teaching various language classes. Most recently, I have taught a Russian Conversation and German class at a Community Learning Center. I cant wait to share all my experience and knowledge with new...
Education & Certification
- Amur State University - Bachelors, MS in applied linguistics
- Amur State University - Masters, MS in applied linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Russian
- German 3
- German 4
- +4 subjects
Nicholle: San Antonio German course instructor
...in Chemistry as well as a 14 year career as a Research Scientist at a R & D company. As a stay at home parent, I am always looking for opportunities to tutor and stretch my mind and help students do the same! Because of my career as a scientist, I focus on the importance of understanding fundamental concepts, not just studying to take and pass a test. My goal is to help my students...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelors, Chemistry
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Masters, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- German
- Middle School Reading
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- +79 subjects
Wolfgang: San Antonio German course instructor
...ranges from children at the elementary school level till adults who need German language skills for their career of for enrichment. During my stay in the US, I had the opportunity to develop curricula for teaching German in public schools as well as private schools and wrote articles in the field of German literature. Undoubtedly, my academic background (MA in German and English and a Ph.D. in the field of education) help me to provide...
Education & Certification
- Humboldt University, Berlin - Master of Arts, English/EFL/ESL
- University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Arts, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- CLEP German
- Languages
- +17 subjects
Reagan: San Antonio German course instructor
Hello all! I am a tutor of Spanish and German and I am happy to help with any academic challenges you may have in these fields! I am fluent in Spanish and German and have worked in Spanish for several years now. Studying foreign languages is a real passion of mine and I hope to show you that it's not that hard! Please contact me if you would like to schedule a session.
Education & Certification
- University of North Texas - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- German 2
- Spanish 2
- +6 subjects
Aaron: San Antonio German course instructor
I proudly serve for the United States Air Force as a Trainer/Designer for Cyber Command. While I enjoy the Air Force, my first "love" in teaching. I have 25+ years of experience in education including teaching and tutoring both virtually and traditionally. I am an expert in ACT, SAT, GRE, German, and College Advising.... My philosophy of education involves preparing students through the use visual, auditory, and kinesthetic-tactile modalities. In addition, teachers need to take extra measures to maintain that students understand.
Education & Certification
- University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg - Bachelors, English
- Seton Hill University - Masters, Education
- Redding University - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- Greek
- STAAR EOC
- +128 subjects
Elle: San Antonio German course instructor
...students through helping them reach their educational goals. I'm currently a 4.0 student at the Texas State Honors college working towards a BA in International Relations and Business Administration. I am a State-qualified Debate and DECA competitor. I was raised in France and Germany in a very multicultural home and learned English at a British school in France. I use an engaging teaching style and opt towards real world applications for clarifying concepts and helping...
Education & Certification
- Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- French
- ACT
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +68 subjects
Rachel: San Antonio German course instructor
...that you respect their culture and want to understand it. At the same time, learning a new language can lead to insights about your own language and culture. When tutoring, I strive to help students meet their immediate (practical) goals while encouraging them to discover more about learning styles and strategies so they can succeed in all areas of study. In my free time, I enjoy arts and crafts of all kinds, gardening, cooking, and...
Education & Certification
- Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, French
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Philosophy, French
Subject Expertise
- German
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- Spanish
- French
- +25 subjects
Richard: San Antonio German course instructor
...was raised. In my research I combine my love of the land with my professional interest in ancient history by analyzing ancient attitudes and uses of landscapes. While I tutor a broad range of subjects across the humanities, I enjoy teaching history the most. When I teach history, my goal is to teach students to master the material through direct engagement with their sources. By actively engaging with historical material students not only master the...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Trinity College Dublin - Master of Philosophy, Medieval and Renaissance Studies
- University of California-Riverside - Doctor of Philosophy, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- College English
- Social Sciences
- +61 subjects
Clark: San Antonio German course instructor
...more recent book of essays on topics in economics and diplomatic history (http://books.ksplibrary.org/978-625-7501-75-0/ ) .... I have worked extensively on government-related projects, often in the greater Middle East. Effective tutoring should do more than impart techniques -- it should certainly do that -- it should help a student come away with some interest in and enthusiasm for the topic. (Soft evidence for the last is that my daughter earned a PhD in neuro-science, and credits...
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Yale University - Doctor of Science, History
Subject Expertise
- German
- Canadian French Language Proficiency
- French
- Calculus
- +47 subjects
Andrew: San Antonio German course instructor
...of students master the material. I also believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in Germany for a year, and am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a desire to learn more of the German language through a glimpse of what...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- SAT Writing and Language
- ACT Science
- +26 subjects
Jamison: San Antonio German course instructor
...to understand the material, even if it means deviating form normal techniques. I have tutored both kids and peers in the past. I have found that for kids, especially in mathematics, relating to something they enjoy makes the experience more enjoyable. Regarding peers/college level students, I can relate to them very well, because I have been through exactly what they're going through and I believe the number one trait is patience. I never rush a...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Math
- Pre-Calculus
- Algebra 2
- +20 subjects
Kristin: San Antonio German course instructor
...college Physics, Chemistry, and German. I also volunteer at a local high school in all levels of the German classes as sometimes a pull out and after school tutor. I am a very passionate person, and one of my major passions is school and I want to spread that passion around and get people as excited for school as they were when they were younger. The most rewarding thing to me is when someone is...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teaching Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Subject Test in German with Listening
- SAT Subject Test in German
- Test Prep
- +33 subjects
Ilana: San Antonio German course instructor
...it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs....
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Greek
- Music
- +80 subjects
Eric: San Antonio German course instructor
...the same challenges and hurtles that I and my peers overcame. Tutoring is a way for me to repay a debt I feel I owe to my own teachers by helping others succeed where my teachers helped me succeed. Education is necessary for personal growth and human flourishing as a whole, and I try to embody this attitude while working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading philosophy and novels, writing, meditating, slacklining,...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B SL
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B
- +38 subjects
Philipp: San Antonio German course instructor
...love tutoring students in math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S....
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- High School English
- SHSAT
- Literature
- +28 subjects
Elyse: San Antonio German course instructor
...to Psychology. Of these subjects, I am most enthusiastic about ESL and German, as I believe learning another language is a wonderful way to open yourself up to new opportunities and experiences. From my own learning experience, I know it takes a lot of support to be a successful student, and I take joy in being part of my students' support team. It is important to me that students actually enjoy the learning process, so...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- English
- Conversational German
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL
- +35 subjects
Flynn: San Antonio German course instructor
As an ME student at MIT, I've learned a lot about math and science, and I'd love to share that knowledge with students here. I've taught over thirty students in standardized test preparation, English, German, and various kinds of math and science. It's very important to find teaching methods that meet students' individual needs,so the first meeting will usually be largely about finding the perfect learning strategy for a student.
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- High School Writing
- Physics
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- +46 subjects
Zachary: San Antonio German course instructor
...to top-tier universities and can use my personal experience in my tutoring. Most relevant, I have been recognized by the University of Pennsylvania for my writing ability and am employed at our Critical Writing Center. Here, I advise both undergraduate and graduate students on their academic and professional writing, editing and proofreading for grammar, logical coherence, and persuasiveness. I love my job at the Writing Center and enjoy the one-on-one time I have with recurring...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 3
- PSAT Critical Reading
- Languages
- +39 subjects
Sarah: San Antonio German course instructor
...love of learning. I believe in tailoring creative learning strategies to each individual student's needs. I specialize in ISEE, PSAT, and SAT prep, English, History, and German tutoring, and college essay coaching. Having worked in undergraduate admissions at a top 50 research university for 3 years, I know exactly what top colleges are looking for, and I'm ready to help you get into the school of your dreams. Whether you need tutoring in the Humanities,...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Mandarin Chinese
- Latin
- +89 subjects