Information About Wilhelm - Auckland tutor - (19 reviews)
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Subjects Taught
English |
Price Guide |
| Secondary | $40.00 |
| NCEA Level 1 | $40.00 |
| NCEA Levels 2-3 | $40.00 |
| University | $40.00 |
| Adult/Casual | $40.00 |
German |
Price Guide |
| Secondary | $40.00 |
| NCEA Level 1 | $40.00 |
| NCEA Levels 2-3 | $40.00 |
| University | $40.00 |
| Adult/Casual | $40.00 |
Italian |
Price Guide |
| Secondary | $40.00 |
| NCEA Level 1 | $40.00 |
| NCEA Levels 2-3 | $40.00 |
| University | $40.00 |
| Adult/Casual | $40.00 |
History |
Price Guide |
| Secondary | $40.00 |
| NCEA Level 1 | $40.00 |
| NCEA Levels 2-3 | $40.00 |
| University | $40.00 |
| Adult/Casual | $40.00 |
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Personal Description:
I am a semi-retired academic. I was a senior lecturer in German and Italian language and literature and taught various interdisciplinary courses in English, with an emphasis on Modernism. I have taught at secondary schools as well, namely teaching English as a second language. this included literature. I have a Phd in Comparative Literature from the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa.
I can also offer tuition in writing essays, theses and dissertations proofreading, editing etc.
Tutoring Experience:
I have taught language and literature for twenty odd years and have a relatively extensive knowledge of literature, not only in English. I have taught literature from Mediaeval literature through to post-war literature, again with a specific emphasis on Modernism, but can help students discover themselves through a given text.
I AM ALSO HAPPY TO OFFER MORE SERIOUS TUITION IN GERMAN AND ITALIAN LITERATURE, either in translation or by using original texts
Tutoring Approach:
I like to help a student find their own voice, and to critically engage with whatever has to be mastered. I am of the firm conviction that often students "don't know that they know" and my teaching method is what some call the Socratic method, i.e. by asking questions I help the student arrive at the answers or insights by themselves. I am opposed to parrot-fashion learning and like to see students being on a voyage of discovery in whatever they are learning, be it history, literature or a foreign language.
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Native Language: English
Additional Languages: Afrikaans, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: Afrikaans, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Prince Edward, Zimbabwe (2013) - A Level (School) (✘ Not On File)
- Stellenbosch University (2013) - PhD (Doctorate) (✔ On File)
- Stelenbosch University (1991) - MA (Masters) (✘ Not On File)
- Stellenbosch University (1980) - BA Hons (Bachelors) (✘ Not On File)
Wilhelm's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 19 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
WilhelmFrom Christy (4/5): Mrs is a very kind and knowledgeable teacher, he gave my son a free first lesson, prior to the lesson, he searched many materials about my son’s literature works and shared with us. That is really helpful for my son.However my son said online tutoring is not as good as expected the main reason is that the Skype online tutoring is not good for communication.My son prefers one to one tutoring in person, but my home is far away from Wilhelm’s home.So we have to look for another tutor.
Reply from: Wilhelm: Dear Christy,thank you for your kind words. I understand that online teaching is not the ideal. I hope you find someone closer to your home.
Kind regards
Wilhelm
Kind regards
Wilhelm
From Reshma (/5):
From Birgit (/5): Wilhelm is a very well read enthusiast of history and literature and masters perfectly German, Italian and English language. He motivates learners to strive for understanding and perfectioning expression of thoughts - all online; he also took initiative to link with college to understand the UK A level syllabi. Thanks a lot.
Reply from: Wilhelm: Very kind. Thank you!
From Duong (/5): He has been responsive, professional and very nice to converse with. Wilhelm is a knowledgeable person with a great deal to offer to his students. It also happens that it aligns with my own personal preference.
From Anna (/5): Wilhelm is very patient and professional! Thank you!
From Lesley (/5): Wilhelm has been so great to learn German from. His vast knowledge of the history of the language makes learning German more interesting and fun. He is very patient and encouraging at the same time. He helps create a nice environment in which to learn this challenging language. I look forward to my bi-weekly visits with him.
Reply from: Wilhelm: You are too kind!
Thank you
Wilhelm
Thank you
Wilhelm
From Kayleigh (/5): Wilhelm is a great teacher, very patient and incredibly knowledgeable. I’m very grateful to have him teach me German.
Reply from: Wilhelm: Kayleigh is too kind…
From Kay (/5): I had Wilhelm for one lesson which was fine. However, I found someone closer to home which was more convenient for me. Wilhelm was friendly and professional.
From Susana (/5): Thank you very much, Wilhem for helping me improve my English. I have enjoyed many of his exercises and I also appreciate his effort to find the best practices for me, always knowing what I need. In addtion, your history conversations around the world are very interesting. I have really enjoyed them, as well as the original teaching way that only a person who has a high command of the English grammar level can do. Thanks again. Susana ST
Reply from: Wilhelm: Thank you very much;pleasure teaching you.
From Chris (/5): Wilhelm is an excellent tutor with expert-level knowledge of German language, history, and culture. His grammar-based approach to teaching the language appeals to me, since learning the grammar makes it easier for me to understand the language. Much better than just learning travel-phrases! Wilhelm is exceptionally patient with me, as I am a slow learner, but I feel I am progressing under his kind tutorage.
Reply from: Wilhelm: You are too kind!
From Yena (/5): He is trustworthy, I did not feel uncomfortable meeting Wilhelm at his house. He came prepared with a material relevant for my need. I wish he didn't smoke while tutoring.
Reply from: Wilhelm: All one has to do is ask that I don't smoke… and we were outside.
From Olivia (/5): Reliable and organised with class materials - printing done before the start of term and students given an outline of the course content.
Easy to get in touch with and has a friendly manner.
Student numbers stayed relatively consistent for the 8 weeks and some enquiries regarding enrolling in a follow-on German class.
Thank you Wilhelm!
Easy to get in touch with and has a friendly manner.
Student numbers stayed relatively consistent for the 8 weeks and some enquiries regarding enrolling in a follow-on German class.
Thank you Wilhelm!
From Michael (/5): Have had two lessons (and counting) with Wilhelm. I've noticed an improvement already just with reading/seeing/hearing/speaking/singing German already. He's a very intelligent person who is very consistent and well explained. He doesn't just teach the basics, it's about broadening the understanding of the language and the context too.
From Andrea (/5): Wilhelm is an excellent English teacher, he has plenty of knowledge about English and World history. Very recommended if you want to learn standard English easily.
From James (/5): Wilhelm is a kind, humorous and knowledgeable tutor. He has been helping me with analyzing poems and plays for recent lessons. He understands that my English is still not very well so he made a few exercises for me to improve. He also gave me a lot of resources for me to study.
He has given me a lot of help studying James Baxter's poems and he is a very nice person. :)
He has given me a lot of help studying James Baxter's poems and he is a very nice person. :)
Reply from: Wilhelm: you are too kind James…
From Joshua (/5): Fantastic, patient and very thorough
From Byron (/5): I am so lucky to know Wilhelm and he is very knowledgable and helpful to my son's tortoring, Also , he became my history tutor as well. We had pleasent conversations.
From Runiti (/5): Wilhelm is an excellent tutor. He is patient, kind, supportive, well prepared, thorough, and knows his subject extremely well. He takes the time to explain concepts and is accommodating around my schedule. He is a true professional. He is courteous toward myself and those of my household. He is respectful of my opinions and is willing to listen to my ideas. His lessons are tailor-made to the person and where they are at on the learning scale.
His teaching method, of questioning, assists to expand my understanding of grammar, when reading or writing a piece of work in what an author is saying, their reasonings and how he/she is saying it. The nuances and subtleties of characters, the moral and how relevant they are to the story and time. All in the pursuit of clarifying grammar and how effective it is when correctly applied.
I have learnt so much from in such a short time that it boggles my mind. Wilhelm tutors me once a week which leaves the remaining days to digest what my mind has taken in and to flex my writing muscles by putting theory into practise.
He goes out of his way to get to the sessions and I truly appreciate that. I look forward to continuing our sessions with him assisting me to build self-confidence with writing in particular with grammar.
Thanks Wilhelm and see you Tuesday!
His teaching method, of questioning, assists to expand my understanding of grammar, when reading or writing a piece of work in what an author is saying, their reasonings and how he/she is saying it. The nuances and subtleties of characters, the moral and how relevant they are to the story and time. All in the pursuit of clarifying grammar and how effective it is when correctly applied.
I have learnt so much from in such a short time that it boggles my mind. Wilhelm tutors me once a week which leaves the remaining days to digest what my mind has taken in and to flex my writing muscles by putting theory into practise.
He goes out of his way to get to the sessions and I truly appreciate that. I look forward to continuing our sessions with him assisting me to build self-confidence with writing in particular with grammar.
Thanks Wilhelm and see you Tuesday!
Reply from: Wilhelm: You are too kind…
From Vaishali (/5): He is an amazing teacher. He put so much effort in making you learn as much as you can and more than that. From pronunciation to grammar to reading and writing. Thank you, First Tutor and Mr. Wilhelm.
Reply from: Wilhelm: you flatter me!!