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Innovative & Personalized Language Learning - French & German
Cordula S.

5.0 (188 ratings)

714 hours tutoring

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My love of languages started early in life and gradually expanded as I lived and researched in over thirty countries around the world. I am German born and multilingual (French, German, Nepali) and am a professional interpreter and translator for the judicial system.

I hold a degree from Georgetown University and the University of Nice - Sophia Antipolis in France. My studies at GU included the School of Interpretation and Translation, an internationally recognized and unique department...

My love of languages started early in life and gradually expanded as I lived and researched in over thirty countries around the world. I am German born and multilingual (French, German, Nepali) and am a professional interpreter and translator for the judicial system.

I hold a degree from Georgetown University and the University of Nice - Sophia Antipolis in France. My studies at GU included the School of Interpretation and Translation, an internationally recognized and unique department with very rigorous standards. As well as teaching in the PWC school system, I instruct at the German International School of Washington DC and am specially trained in DSD examination prep. I have a large roster of private tutoring students of all ages and levels.

Being culturally responsive and understanding cross-cultural connections is a valuable tool in the teaching of languages. I include snippets of language origin, history, culture, art, music, and society in every class. I prefer the immersion method of instruction since it helps a student 'think' in the target language. Language is about communicating ideas, not just words.

My focus is to accommodate the needs of the individual, be they casual learning for enjoyment, structured study for school, or as a practical application towards a specific professional goal. I place a great deal of importance on quality achievement, rather than quantity alone. My style is very patient and relaxed and I enjoy a wonderful rapport with all my learners.

Please note that I maintain a strict 24 hour cancellation policy; this is to protect and respect both your time and mine. I generally prefer teaching online due to my heavy schedule. For those who wish to be considered for an in person experience, please know that if you are outside my designated travel radius, an additional fee may apply.

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Education

Georgetown University; Universite de Nice
French and German
Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg SAI Institute
Other

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  • Hourly Rate: $85
  • Rate details: In person classes have a travel fee, based on location, which must be accepted before booking.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

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ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

My professional work with refugees and immigrants has been extensive and in depth. I have a highly developed sense of people's cultural heritage and the challenges they face when they arrive in the U.S. That sensitivity and respect for cross-cultural diversity has been shaped by the many countries in which I have lived and worked. My knowledge base in this area has also made me sought after for cultural and literal interpretation and translation in the judiciary system. My program method is immersive and keeps pace with the growing ability of my students. I have found that endless patience, a great sense of humor, and focused perseverance are wonderful motivators for those willing to learn. I also speak several languages, which definitely puts many of my students more at ease when tackling the English language. I teach for confidence and success!
French

French

I hold a degree from Georgetown University and the University of Nice, France in French. I am a court interpreter/translator for the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Federal Court. I have also researched and contributed to international projects and taught French to all levels and ages using personalized, custom syllabi. I use the immersion method of instruction and reinforce each class with cultural, historical, and social background notes. I specialize in teaching children and teens and engage them actively in acquiring the language through age-appropriate methods of learning.
German

German

I have the advantage of being a native German speaker who has lived in both Germany and Austria. My academic background for studies in the language includes a degree from Georgetown University, as well as two semesters at Sophia Antipolis University in Nice, France. I have spent many years as a researcher, writer, and translator and also work as a federally approved interpreter for the court system. I prefer the immersion method of instruction as it has greater success in helping a student "think" in the target language rather than attempting to merely translate specific words or phrases. Since culture, tradition, history, and linguistic influences are important in the study of a language, I place a great deal of importance on mastering the comprehensive skills: reading, writing, and speaking. My goal is to assist every learner in becoming a good communicator because, in the end, that is what language is all about.
Writing

Writing

I have worked in the field of academic research and writing for over 30 years, and have had works published here and abroad. My particular specialties are editing and the structuring of materials. I also love working with the nuances of a language to express both the meaning and the undertone of words and phrases. Writing is part of my everyday occupation and it is as natural to me as breathing. Along with writing, I am also an avid reader with a personal research library of over 60, 000 books. Over the years I have learned that details matter, grammar matters, but in the end it is all about finding voice and being able to express oneself lucidly and with skill and refinement. This is what I hope to bring to each and every one of my students - that ability to communicate at the highest and most effective levels.
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Outstanding French tutor!

Cordula has definitely been a great resource for helping me with my goal of achieving French proficiency. As an adult learner, I needed someone who would be patient, but who would also challenge me to really learn. Cordula keeps me going, and her expertise and experience with both French language and French culture makes the lessons well worth the time and money. She is very professional, but also very warm and friendly. I've made significant progress with her and I will be continuing. Highly recommended!

Harry , 13 lessons with Cordula

Fantastic Tutor

My 7 year old loves her German lessons. She looks forward to going every week and always loves telling us what she's learned. Cordula also gives us things to work on as a family throughout the week so that may daughter can practice in small bits every day and not be overwhelmed.

Jessica, 12 lessons with Cordula

Very helpful!

My daughter was very pleased with the interaction, helpfulness, the outside assignments, and the overall session… I will definitely be booking again!! Very very impressed and pleased all around.

Farah, 2 lessons with Cordula

Masterful command of languages/insightful needs assessment

Cordula understood my objectives, used several devices to assess my proficiency, and identified a variety of strategies to pursue. She's a seasoned pro and a positive force.

Jim, 1 lesson with Cordula

Helpful support and accent guidance

Cordula assessed my level very well and gave me materials that made sense for my level. She helped me understand some pronunciation issues I didn’t even realize I had been doing. Great teacher.

Cathy, 1 lesson with Cordula

Recommended!!

We highly recommend Cordula as a French tutor! She helped our daughter prepare for her upcoming IB French final exam by building her vocabulary base as well as improve her listening and speaking skills. Cordula’s innovative approach to the subject matter, her meticulous preparation for each lesson and ability to boost our daughter’s confidence in the language made all the difference. A special bonus for us was her fluency in German, since our daughter first started learning French from German.

John, 10 lessons with Cordula

Personable, Knowledgable, Patient

I enthusiastically recommend Cordula as a German language tutor. She uses children's stories to teach basic vocabulary in an entertaining way. Cordula is a native speaker who provides context and explains nuance--making new vocabulary easier to remember. My reading comprehension and pronunciation have improved dramatically since I began working with her almost eight months ago and I plan to continue my work with her.

Christopher, 37 lessons with Cordula

Committed & Professional

Ms. Cordula taught my daughter French for over a year. She was able to connect with my daughter very well very quickly. She is committed and professional tutor with many years of experience. She was never late to any of the sessions, she always brought her tools and came very well prepared to all sessions, this is rare to find these days. I would highly recommend her as a tutor.

Asma, 43 lessons with Cordula

Amazing Teacher

My daughter has been working with Cordula a few months now with absolutely amazing results. We started to get her a head start on French for school and she is currently holding 105 percent in the class. Cordula is patient and attentive to what works best with my daughter. I would recommend her over and over again and cannot wait to see how much further she goes working with Cordula.

Marisa, 48 lessons with Cordula

Knowledgeable, encouraging and patient tutor

The first lesson in German and Cordula assessed where the student was, worked with him while encouraging along the way and gave him key points to take away to build off of.

Julie, 12 lessons with Cordula
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