If you are interested in learning German and think you could benefit from Albany German lessons, reach out to Varsity Tutors. Students at Albany High School or another high school who are studying German in order to fulfill their general education requirements can take German lessons in order to review what they learn in class. Students at the University of Albany who are interested in learning an additional language or adult learners who are interested in challenging themselves can also benefit from German lessons in Albany. Studying a new language is a great hobby to take on and can help keep your mind stimulated.
German is the native language of more than 90 million people. There are two different dialects of German: High German is used in the media and in schools, while Low German is spoken in certain lowlands in Germany. This applies to spoken German; written German is generally the same across all dialects.
What might I learn when taking Albany German lessons?
German is not the most difficult language to learn. However, if you have never learned a foreign language before (or even if you have), it can be a frustrating process. There are a lot of rules that are different than in English. When taking Albany German lessons, regardless of whether you take a class or you get private online or in-person mentoring, you can learn about these rules. For example, your language instructor can focus on noun inflection rules. Nouns are inflected based on their gender, case, or number. Your instructor can teach you about verb conjugation rules as well.
Being able to practice your German is one of the main benefits of taking German lessons. When you take a virtual German class, you can get an opportunity to converse with the other students in German. This can help you improve your fluency. It can help you remember German phrases better so that you do not have to think as long about the right words to use when you are conversing in German.
German classes in Albany are administered over the internet, in our virtual classrooms. Your instructor will teach the class through the use of video chat. Everyone in the virtual classroom will be able to see, hear, and interact with each other just as they would in a real classroom.
Many students opt to get lessons from a private Albany German tutor. There are many reasons why you might prefer this option. You can study with your private teacher online or in person. Your mentoring sessions can take place without the distractions that are present in a classroom. Your instructor can focus on you alone without having to give any of their attention to other students. You can also place more of your attention on what your private instructor is teaching you. Private language mentoring can help you avoid non-productive behaviors that slow down the learning process.
When studying with a private Albany German tutor, you can benefit from learning with someone who you can develop a rapport with. Your private mentor can help you increase your motivation by setting small goals and helping you achieve them one by one. If you are a high school student studying German, your private language instructor can help make the material that you have encountered in your classes seem more accessible to you. They can do this by presenting the material to you in a simpler and easier to understand manner. They can also use materials that are suited to your learning style. For example, they can use flashcards or physical objects, if that's what you prefer.
How can I get started with Albany German lessons?
Getting started with your Albany lessons is easy. You can enroll in a new class as early as this month, as new sections start each month. Alternatively, we can help connect you with a private Albany German tutor. You can meet your tutor online and use our Live Learning Platform and our virtual whiteboard to study with them. You can also arrange to meet your private instructor in person if that is what you prefer. You can meet at your home or another location that's convenient.
Reach out to Varsity Tutors for more information. Our educational consultants can help you figure out which kind of instruction works best for your needs and your schedule. We can help you enroll in a class that is on par with your level, or we can connect you with a private educational mentor who is a good fit for you.

Corinna: Albany German lesson instructor
I'm a former NYC high school teacher with a master's degree from Pace University's School of Education. I have also worked as a college tutor, a high school mentor, and a teaching assistant in New Orleans. I have experience with a wide range of ages and abilities and am passionate about getting to know the strengths and challenges of each student. In my spare time, I love to read, bike, and try new recipes.
Education & Certification
- Bard College - Bachelors, Human Rights and Written Arts
- Pace University School of Education - Current Grad Student, Adolescent Special Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Test Prep
- GRE Verbal
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +44 subjects

Alexandra: Albany German lesson instructor
...Graduate of SUNY New Paltz, where I double-majored in Linguistics and Philosophy, minored in Deaf Studies, and was an active member of the Honors Program. During my time at SUNY New Paltz I worked at the Center for Student Success as a Peer Academic Success Coach and later a Peer Advisor. I hope to apply the skills that I gained from these experiences to our lessons through Varsity Tutors, by discovering your personal strengths and...
Education & Certification
- SUNY New Paltz - Bachelor of Philosophy, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Russian
- American Sign Language
- German 3
- +34 subjects

Hani: Albany German lesson instructor
...engineering with a minor in economics. All of methods and study habits I teach my students are ones I have personally used and found to work, either in test prep or in math, science, and engineering courses. In addition to tutoring, I am always more than happy to give no nonsense advice to any student interested in going to engineering school. I look forward to getting to know you and passing on my experience and...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- German
- Physics
- Languages
- ACT Math
- +84 subjects

Elena: Albany German lesson instructor
...German language and culture and I am eager to ignite this passion in others. I began studying German at age 12 in middle school and went on to complete a BA degree at the State University of New York at Oswego. I subsequently completed a Masters degree through Middlebury College and was able to study in Berlin, Germany during this time. I believe in taking an academic as well as cultural approach to language learning,...
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oswego - Bachelors, German
- Middlebury College - Masters, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- German 2
- Conversational German
- +3 subjects

Kim: Albany German lesson instructor
...physics I and II, modern physics, astrophysics), with the subjects I enjoy teaching most being astro-related. The ability to introduce students to the awe of the cosmos and its mechanisms is one of the most valuable fruits I have obtained from this hat. My hobbies include Rocket League, soccer, science-fiction novels, and gazing into the heavens with my modest refractor telescope (living in upstate New York, however, does not award me with the best viewing...
Education & Certification
- Siena College - Current Undergrad Student, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Subject Expertise
- German
- CLEP Calculus
- GED Math
- ACT Math
- +93 subjects

Andrew: Albany German lesson instructor
...Since then, I have tutored for four years at the college level in both German and Music Theory/Aural Skills. I have also twice co-taught an intensive one-month long German 101 course, where I designed the lesson plans, and graded homework, quizzes and tests. I am a great tutor because of my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types of students master the...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Languages
- Algebra
- +26 subjects

Ilana: Albany German lesson instructor
...as well as a BMus and Masters degree in Voice and Opera Performance. I tutor test prep for the SATs and ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Spanish
- Advanced Placement
- +80 subjects

Rachel: Albany German lesson instructor
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- Japanese
- Study Skills
- AP European History
- +46 subjects

David: Albany German lesson instructor
...study has motivated me to pursue an MA in German and continental philosophy. While this area is fascinating in itself, I am very thankful for my philosophical education because it has also sowed within me a deep commitment to teaching, teaching that aims not only for understanding, but also for creating and encouraging interest in specific topics and in learning itself. While I agree that the goal of teaching is to help someone learn a...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- MCAT
- SAT Math
- +55 subjects

Kristin: Albany German lesson instructor
...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 able to say "Oh! I get it," and understand something they didn't before.... I believe in building a good rapport with my students and find it very important for creating humorous examples. Students will need to put in work outside of the sessions to keep up progress like any other skills.
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teaching Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- High School Physics
- Math
- ACT Science
- +33 subjects

Elyse: Albany German lesson instructor
...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 I strive to make tutoring sessions both engaging and challenging. Outside of tutoring, I like...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- ESL/ELL
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- GRE
- +35 subjects

Zach: Albany German lesson instructor
...Physics. As a physics major, I know the importance of understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending on the student's way of learning. I am outgoing, encouraging and patient, and I will...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Trigonometry
- Algebra
- AP Physics 2
- +31 subjects

Abigail: Albany German lesson instructor
...about one year now. As you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success with teaching math, because I am a good communicator. I sincerely believe that a student can learn to do anything as long as he understands what his teacher is explaining (and that is where I come in!) On top of that, I am an upbeat and positive person, and I honestly enjoy what I...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Math
- SAT Reading
- Reading
- +32 subjects

Monica: Albany German lesson instructor
...variety of subjects from the role of free speech in society to the history of suburban development. I enjoy tutoring because of the opportunity it provides to encourage students' intellectual curiosity. Seeing the joy of learning when a concept "clicks" for someone is one of the perks of the job. I also appreciate the mental stimulation tutoring provides for me, exercising my brain in different ways than I do with my artwork or other activities.
Education & Certification
- Cleveland Institute of Art - Bachelors, Photography
- Bauhaus-University Weimar - Masters, Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Subject Expertise
- German
- English Grammar and Syntax
- High School English
- AP Art History
- +52 subjects

Danielle: Albany German lesson instructor
...refugee center in Utica, NY. As an English tutor, I worked with the refugees to improve their written and oral language skills. This opportunity exposed me to the exciting and rewarding world of tutoring and motivated me to continue down this line of work. During my junior and senior years at Hamilton, I worked both as a German Teaching Assistant in the German department and as a Writing Tutor at the Hamilton Writing Center. As...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- High School English
- German 2
- ACT
- +24 subjects

Sarah: Albany German lesson instructor
...critical reading skills to ISEE tips, I'm dedicated to ensuring that each of my students leaves our sessions with greater knowledge and a deeper 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...
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

Eric: Albany German lesson instructor
...and Philosophy. I've tutored for three years as an undergraduate student for Juniata and have the most experience tutoring writing, math, and German. It is most exciting for me to tutor German and writing because I am incredibly passionate about the German language and culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help students overcome many of the same challenges and hurtles...
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

Sophia: Albany German lesson instructor
...early high school years. I'm now in my last year of college-- I study environmental science and art history at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City-- and I'm happy that I've been able to continue to tutor a wide range of ages in a wide variety of subjects throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
- SAT
- +97 subjects

Abhijith: Albany German lesson instructor
...Throughout my extensive educational career, I was fortunate to be guided by numerous mentors that played a key role every in every aspect of my journey thus far. For this reason, I have been tutoring since before I graduated high school and will continue to do so. I want to pass on the knowledge and skills instilled in me to future students. I can tutor in virtually any subject but have a strong passion for...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- Drexel University - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- German
- Neuroscience
- College Biology
- High School Chemistry
- +21 subjects

Heather: Albany German lesson instructor
...cheesy as that sounds, it's true!). My primary experience is with SAT prep, as one of my summer internships in college was to start an SAT tutoring company in my hometown of Ephrata, PA. My students improved their test scores an average of 200 points after meeting for 6-8 sessions with me! Aside from that I've always helped my babysitting charges and younger siblings with countless hours of homework. I love helping all levels and...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelors, Economics, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Geometry
- Spanish 2
- +20 subjects