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Textbook author, college professor, Dr. Wolfgang Soldan, native German
Wolfgang S.

547 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $70
Wolfgang S.'s Photo

Textbook author, college professor, Dr. Wolfgang Soldan, native German
Textbook author, college professor, Dr. Wolfgang Soldan, native German
Wolfgang S.

547 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

547 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Wolfgang


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My specialization is to prepare individuals for rigorous tests like the SAT I and II, German, AP German (Advanced Placement Test), and the challenging German language admission test at German universities in Germany. I also prepare for work and life in Germany or just for visiting family and being able to communicate with them.

I spent two decades of my professional life teaching English in Germany, authoring and co-authoring textbooks for the English classroom. My teaching experience...

My specialization is to prepare individuals for rigorous tests like the SAT I and II, German, AP German (Advanced Placement Test), and the challenging German language admission test at German universities in Germany. I also prepare for work and life in Germany or just for visiting family and being able to communicate with them.

I spent two decades of my professional life teaching English in Germany, authoring and co-authoring textbooks for the English classroom. My teaching experience ranges from children at the elementary school level to adults who need German language skills for their careers or enrichment. Since living in the United States, I have enjoyed teaching German from beginner to college level.

During my stay in the US, I had the opportunity to develop curricula for teaching German in public and private schools. I wrote articles in the field of German literature. Undoubtedly, my academic background (MA in German and English and a Ph.D. in education) helps me provide solid work for my students.

Back in Germany and here in the States, I had ample opportunities to teach individual students German or English as a Foreign Language. The age range was as young as eight, while my oldest student was 78. I am looking forward to passing on my knowledge and skills in the German language to anybody interested in learning this language online with anybody in the world. Willkommen! Welcome.

What is my approach? First, I listen carefully, very carefully. I believe it is essential for an excellent job to know precisely what my client wants to accomplish. Understanding this is the prerequisite to giving good advice, guidance, and a strategy to follow to reach these goals. There will be a permanent interaction between my client and me to monitor the progress, eventually speed up the tempo, or, if necessary, slow down.
There is no dogma; there is only one main criterion: success.


Education

Humboldt University, Berlin, Germany
Education, Modern Languages
University of California, Santa Barbara
Masters
LaSalle University
PhD

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $70
  • Rate details: Multiple booked hours (5 or more) are priced at the lower rate of $60 an hour
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 4/29/2023

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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German

German

First of all, I graduated from a German university (Humboldt University, Berlin) with an M.A. in English and EFL and a B.A. in German. At the University of California, Santa Barbara, I earned the M.A. degree in German language and culture. In Germany, I had been teaching in the public school system as well had been tutoring English as a Foreign Language. Since my relocation to the United States in 1991 I had been teaching German in the Texan public school system as well had been tutoring German and ESL to quite a number of students, ranging from 8 to 78. One of my teaching approaches is to teach the way the student is able to learn.

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German

German

First of all, I graduated from a German university (Humboldt University, Berlin) with an M.A. in English and EFL and a B.A. in German. At the University of California, Santa Barbara, I earned the M.A. degree in German language and culture. In Germany, I had been teaching in the public school system as well had been tutoring English as a Foreign Language. Since my relocation to the United States in 1991 I had been teaching German in the Texan public school system as well had been tutoring German and ESL to quite a number of students, ranging from 8 to 78. One of my teaching approaches is to teach the way the student is able to learn.

Summer

German

German

First of all, I graduated from a German university (Humboldt University, Berlin) with an M.A. in English and EFL and a B.A. in German. At the University of California, Santa Barbara, I earned the M.A. degree in German language and culture. In Germany, I had been teaching in the public school system as well had been tutoring English as a Foreign Language. Since my relocation to the United States in 1991 I had been teaching German in the Texan public school system as well had been tutoring German and ESL to quite a number of students, ranging from 8 to 78. One of my teaching approaches is to teach the way the student is able to learn.

Examples of Expertise


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Ratings and Reviews


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Knowledgeable, patient, kind and meticulous

Dr. Wolfgang S is a graduate of a prestigious university and my daughter is going to the same one and overwhelmed in her first year of school. I had a conversation with Wolfgang to prepare him for meeting with her and he came up with an agenda for their first discussion. He very carefully planned the next lesson. He was patient and had a ‘get to know you’ conversation with her, sympathetic to the situation of her living in Berlin, far from her family and taking a difficult course of study. My daughter is pleased and will continue her lessons.

Terry, 2 lessons with Wolfgang

Detail oriented and patient AP German tutor

If you are looking for AP German tutor, go to Wolfgang. He is detail oriented and puts in a lot of effort for the class. Sessions with him were thorough. My only regret is, we approached him very close to the AP Exam. We would have more lessons with him if we had approached him earlier. I absolutely recommend him for AP German preparations.

Vasanthakumari, 5 lessons with Wolfgang

Expert teacher, patient with all levels, and kind

Mr Wolfgang has been teaching my children German for several months now. He agreed to help them learn German even though they had not learned any German before. They love their lessons. He makes learning German for my kids fun which is impressive for entertaining a 6, 8, and 9 year old. He is patient with them and is flexible with timing for me. I am so thankful we have him in our lives.

Lani, 5 lessons with Wolfgang

Personable, extremely knowledgable, and patient tutor.

After my first lesson with Wolfgang, I knew that I had found the right German tutor for me. In order to obtain my degree, I am required to take and pass a German test which covers the equivalent of a college level German 1, 2, and 3. While I have taken some German in the past, my knowledge is incomplete and scattered. Wolfgang has had no problems determining my current understanding and formulating a path forwards to reach my goals. In addition, he is humorous, patient, and extremely knowledgable on the subject. I would highly recommend Wolfgang as a tutor to any prospective German student.

Nathan, 13 lessons with Wolfgang

Exceptional and Personable Tutor

Wolfgang is an outstanding tutor by every metric. He created lesson content for me as I prepared for the Goethe B1 Exam that was topical, interesting, and highly effective. My German improved enormously and the lessons were great fun as well.

Promethea, 18 lessons with Wolfgang

Learning German THE RIGHT WAY

I've now had four lessons with Wolfgang, and I've gone from speaking a few words, to learning basic sentence structure, intros and greetings, as well as proper pronunciation. Wolfgang is a master at his craft with all his knowledge of the German Language. He has been very patient with me, especially my pronunciation, and takes the time to make sure I understand all of the material I am learning. I'm looking forward to seeing how much farther along I am after four more lessons.

John, 4 lessons with Wolfgang

Very Flexible!

Wolfgang is a great teacher! My schedule is very difficult and sometimes I do not get through the homework, but he is always ready to progress the lesson by other means. He is very good at keeping the lesson on track and maximizing your investment. Totally worth it!

Ryan, 16 lessons with Wolfgang

Excellent Tutor

Thanks to Wolfgang's teaching style, I have been making good progress in learning German. He helps me with right pronunciation, grammar, usage of expressions, and many more. He also talks about some general German culture norm just so that I am aware of it. He makes the learning really enjoyable. Thanks a lot!

E-June, 28 lessons with Wolfgang

Excellent, Knowledgeable and Funny

I have been learning German with Wolfgang for almost a year now and he is an amazing teacher. He is patient, has a great grasp on German language history and can tailor classes to fit your learning style. I would suggest him 10 out of 10 for any who is looking to learn German.

Kurleigh, 48 lessons with Wolfgang

Introductory lesson and understanding of my current knowledge level

Wolfgang was very professional and clear on how the process of learning German will work and be tailored to meet my specific needs. We started on some tasks and even have homework set for next week!

Jim, 4 lessons with Wolfgang
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