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Introduction

SpeaksRussian, English, German

Hello! My name is Olivia, and I am originally from Austria. However, I currently reside in the Netherlands, where I teach English (among other subjects). I enjoy meeting new people and experiencing new cultures. Furthermore, I carry a passion for learning new languages. Currently, I am trying to explore the hidden treasures of the Japanese and Swedish language. Speaking with people who want to improve their English (or German, or Dutch) is something I LOVE to do. My other hobbies apart from languages are cooking and reading. I’m very interested in history and the impact it has on today’s society. Actually, everything's connected with culture, and wouldn’t you agree … in the end it's always about food. "To have a second language is to have a second soul." a Roman Emporer once said. My professional background is in Civil Engineering. But rather quickly, after receiving my credentials, I realised that language & teaching is my true passion. Aside from German, which is my mother tongue, I obviously speak English (certified level 5 TEFL teacher); furthermore, I fluently speak Dutch and have basic knowledge of Russian (2yrs Slavic Studies at the University of Innsbruck). In addition to my professional education in languages, I have 20yrs of experience in tutoring. So, why would you choose me to teach you? First of all, I'm funny. However, more importantly: I get you! I'm an expat myself; I've been learning several languages in the course of my life, in- and outside of a classroom. I know that language is not merely grammar & vocabulary but more often a bridge to overcome cultural boundaries. I do not only provide structured language courses but can also help you to develop your language skills and help you link the bits of knowledge you already have with the once needed. I am looking forward to working with you.
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35 English course reviews

  • Anonymous
    Dec 4, 2019
    Today we practiced speaking about sport, I learned some new word and some story about Christmas. Thank you!
  • Anonymous
    Oct 20, 2019
    We have practiced speaking this lesson, it's really helpful and I think I was speaking better than before. Thank you Olivia!!
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Performance History

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Experiences

  • 1999 - 2007 Municipality Telfs, Austria
  • 2007 - 2009 Ingenieurbüro Eberl
  • 2013 - 2017 Marcode Consulting
  • 2006 - 2019 Voluntary Work
  • 1998 - 2019 Private Tutoring

Educations

  • 1994 - 1999 Technical College (Höhere Technische Bundes-, Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt Innsbruck) Bautechnik-Tiefbau (Civil Engineering)

  • 1999 - 2002 Technical College (Höhere Technische Bundes-, Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt Innsbruck) Internship at the Municipality Telfs, Austria

  • 2006 - 2009 University of Innsbruck Slavic Studies

  • 2018 - 2019 The TEFL Academy Level 5 TEFL Course

Certifications

  • TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF)

  • Teaching Business English

Experiences
  • 1999 - 2007 Municipality Telfs, Austria
  • 2007 - 2009 Ingenieurbüro Eberl
  • 2013 - 2017 Marcode Consulting
  • 2006 - 2019 Voluntary Work
  • 1998 - 2019 Private Tutoring
Educations
  • 1994 - 1999

    Technical College (Höhere Technische Bundes-, Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt Innsbruck)

    Bautechnik-Tiefbau (Civil Engineering)

  • 1999 - 2002

    Technical College (Höhere Technische Bundes-, Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt Innsbruck)

    Internship at the Municipality Telfs, Austria

  • 2006 - 2009

    University of Innsbruck

    Slavic Studies

  • 2018 - 2019

    The TEFL Academy

    Level 5 TEFL Course

Certifications
  • TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF)

  • Teaching Business English

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    Lesson duration

    • The duration of a trial session is 25 minutes.
    • The duration of a private session is 50 minutes.
    • If you purchase more than 5 sessions, you will receive a discount (according to the price the teacher set).

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    • Enter the website 10 minutes before the class starts. Click “My Lessons” to find your class, click “Go to class”, and then you will be in the classroom on ZOOM!
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    Refund policy

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    • If the teacher doesn’t respond the issue, we will provide a full refund as AT credits for you.
    How to book
    • After buying courses, you can book them according to the teacher’s schedule.
    • If “Instant Tutoring” shows on the teacher’s profile, you can book the lesson 30 minutes after the current time.
    • If the teacher is not online, the next available class cannot be booked until 24 hours afterward.
    Lesson duration
    • The duration of a trial session is 25 minutes.
    • The duration of a private session is 50 minutes.
    • If you purchase more than 5 sessions, you will receive a discount (according to the price the teacher set).
    Instructions
    • Enter the website 10 minutes before the class starts. Click “My Lessons” to find your class, click “Go to class”, and then you will be in the classroom on ZOOM!
    • You can use ZOOM for classes both on your phone and computer. Please download ZOOM in advance if you choose to use your phone for the class.
    Refund policy
    • Please click “Report Issue” if you encountered any problems, and the teacher will determine either reschedule or refund afterward.
    • If the teacher doesn’t respond the issue, we will provide a full refund as AT credits for you.

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