ALLES KLARER
German classes
preparation for "Gymnasium"
private tutoring
support with learning or working techniques
proofreading and editing services
ABOUT
ALLES KLARER
I'll develop learning strategies with you, improve your German language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing)
or edit your texts.
individual und targeted
I'll support you individually, efficiently in an uncomplicated manner.
online or in classroom
Select the type of lessons that suit you best –
in the classroom or online.
one-to-one or in groups
Lessons can be one-to-one or – if available – in groups.
for adults and children
Lessons are for students of all ages and levels.
education and experience
Benefit from my decades of experience at various levels in the
Zurich school system, both as a teacher and school director.
LEARNING GERMAN
Speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar – what is your priority?
I offer lessons for adults and children, one-to-one or in groups, in my classroom or online.
GERMAN FOR CHILDREN
Is your child learning German as a second language?
Children of preschool age learn to understand and speak German in a playful way so that the transition
to kindergarten is easier.
With school-aged children,
I repeat and deepen the material
learned in school, enabling them
to follow the lessons better.
The older the child, the more
time we will invest in writing skills.
GERMAN FOR ADULTS
Do you speak German?
Together we will set learning objectives to improve your German language skills according to your preferences.
If you wish, I can prepare you for a language exam. We will practise conversation or refine your German grammar and spelling.
Perhaps you would also enjoy deepening your knowledge of German literature?
SWISS GERMAN
FOR ADULTS OR CHILDREN
Would you or your child like to learn Swiss German?
Learn Swiss German in order to converse in Swiss German with your Swiss colleagues, neighbours and friends.
From everyday situations, television or radio broadcasts to dialect stories for listening and reading – immerse yourself in the exciting world of Swiss dialects so that you can read, understand, write and speak Swiss German.
PREPARATION FOR "GYMIPRÜFUNG"
Preparatory courses for the "Zentrale Aufnahmeprüfung" (central entrance examinations for high school)
and the "Probezeit" (probation period)
Let your child benefit from my years of experience with the entrance examinations.
As a former high school teacher and headmaster of a high school in Zurich, I am familiar with all the requirements
for (prospective) high school students as well as with the content of the entrance examinations and the probation period.
LANGGYMNASIUM
after primary school
German:
The students are familiarised with the different assignments, develop and deepen the basics of grammar and practise
the examination tasks with
previous examinations.
For the writing part of the exam, they will get to know the different text types, learn how to create ideas and how to structure an essay.
They will practise essay writing on a
regular basis using different creative approaches and methods.
Mathematics:
The students are introduced to the different types of tasks, repeat and deepen them and practise with previous examinations.
KURZGYMNASIUM
HMS/FMS
after 2nd and 3rd Sekundarschule
German:
For the language test, the students develop and deepen the most important skills, get to know the tasks and practise solving them with previous exams.
For the writing part of the exam, they will get to know the possible text types, recognise how to approach a topic, structure a text correctly and coherently, and practise essay writing intensively using various creative writing exercises and methods.
(other subjects on request)
PREPARATION "PROBEZEIT"
before and during "Probezeit"
Before:
Have you passed the entrance exam?
Before the probation period ("Probezeit") begins, it is worthwhile
to deepen the basics in the different subjects, to remember them well so that you can start your new school successfully.
During:
During the probation period the students get support in the different subjects and tips in indivudal learning. They can clarify open questions, fill knowledge gaps and get prepared for numerous exams.
PRIVATE TUTORING
Special support for students of all school levels
Does your child need additional support in certain school subjects?
Consolidation of different subjects, repetition of basic knowledge, essay training, vocabulary learning, text interpretation – wherever support is needed, I am happy to help with many years of experience as a teacher.
We also train the ability to verbally explain what has been learned in class. This is essential, as oral participation is often graded in school.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
topics, homework, weekly plans
Students often work with weekly plans at primary schools, which might be difficult in the beginning. They receive support
developing organisational skills in order to complete tasks on time.
SECONDARY SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL
topics and homework
As the demands on students in upper school levels increases, the motivation of the young people often decreases.
Does your teenager need support in individual school subjects? I can be of particular help in languages as well as in the humanities and social sciences.
(Other subjects on request)
GYMNASIUM
FMS/HMS
BERUFSSCHULE
topics, homework, final thesis
For the Berufsschule and the last years at high school (Gymnasium), I offer support in language subjects as well as
in history and geography.
As a former high school teacher who has
supervised and assessed countless Matura theses, I am happy to offer my support.
LEARNING AND WORKING TECHNIQUES
Suitable learning and working techniques form the basis for success.
Is it difficult for you or your child to organise work or study time correctly? Is the workplace, the desk in the child's room well organised? Are you lacking techniques and methods to achieve your goal?
As a teacher, I was not only responsible for the technical content, but also coach.
There are different types of learner and worker; together we will find the most suitable techniques and methods for you or your child.
TECHNIQUES
mind maps, index cards, repetition, ...
I will show you or your child various methods and techniques so that you can learn and work as efficiently as possible. Together we will analyse your previous learning and working techniques, compare them with other methods and find the most effective techniques for your goal.
ORGANISATION
order or neat chaos
An organised and functional work station
promotes efficiency. I’ll help you or your child save time and energy by analysing your workplace and optimising it.
TIME MANAGMENT
finding time, organising and using it
Time pressure, stress, too much work in a short amount of time – I will help you or your child to manage time better and
to prioritise upcoming tasks.
Together we will identify time wasters
and develop efficient planning techniques tailored to your working or learning situation.
PROOF-READING/EDITING
A thesis, an invitation card or your job application – I will correct your German text!
Do you need a perfectly written e-mail? Would you like to submit a faultless letter of motivation?
Should a specialist proof-read your homepage or your flyer?
ANY TEXT TYPES
Homepage texts, flyers, menus, letters, wedding invitations, birth announcements, advertisements, ...
... so much written information! I will ensure that your German text – regardless of length and type – is linguistically correct.
JOB APPLICATIONS
Application letters and e-mails, résumés, letters of motivation
The first written contact with your potential employer is your business card and the first impression you make when you apply. Together we ensure that this first impression is faultless and positive.
FINAL THESIS
Matura theses ("Maturarbeiten"), papers, specialist theses
Research papers are a requirement in almost every educational program. Let me help you submit impeccable work.
Benefit from my years of
proofreading experience.
For further information regarding prices, lesson times, detailed lesson content, deadlines and processing times, please contact me via
live chat, phone, Whatsapp or the contact form.
I look forward to working with you or your child.
ABOUT ME
HEIDI KLARER
Master of Arts
I have worked as a teacher for over 20 years. Benefit from my decades of experience as a private teacher of German for foreign speakers, high school preparation and tutoring, as well as a specialist teacher at various school levels and especially as a high school teacher (Gymilehrerin) for German at various high schools in Zurich. As a former vice prinicpal (Prorektorin), I also have experience in school management.
Working experience:
2020-2021: Verantwortliche Printmedien (Ref. Kirchgemeinde Kilchberg)
2015-2020: Mittelschullehrerin; Deutsch (Literargymnasium Rämibühl)
2015-2018: Prorektorin (Literargymnasium Rämibühl)
2004-2015: Mittelschullehrerin; Deutsch (Kantonsschule Zürcher Unterland, Kantonsschule Freudenberg, Liceo Artistico)
2002-2015: Privatlehrerin; Gymivorbereitung, Deutsch als Fremdsprache, Nachhilfeunterricht
2001-2008: Fachlehrerin; Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch, Geschichte, Sport, Zeichnen (Sekundarschule Kilchberg); Staats- und Gegenwartskunde (10. Schuljahr Fachschule Viventa); Deutsch für Fremdsprachige (Fortbildungsschule Kilchberg)
Education:
2008: Diplom für das Höhere Lehramt Mittelschulen
2006: Lizenziat in Deutsche Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaft,
Allgemeine Geschichte und Didaktik des Mittelschulunterrichts
2001: Seminar für pädagogische Grundausbildung
1999: Matura Typus B (Latein und Englisch)
CLASSROOM
The classroom is located at Haselbachstrasse 10 in 8910 Affoltern am Albis (ZH).
Parking spaces are available.
KONTAKT
I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to contact me with questions or special requests.
Haselbachstrasse 10, 8910 Affoltern am Albis, Schweiz
+41 79 286 80 07