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Japanese with a former beginner, certified teacher

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No, Japanese is not an exotic language or one reserved for manga fans, and impossible to really master... even for French speakers! As proof, here I am after several years of learning, diversifying my language course offering. After Dutch, German, English and Russian, I am adding Japanese to my range.
○ I teach full-time; it’s not a hobby ○ Good news: for me, learning is not limited to long lists of vocabulary. My classes take place in a relaxed and caring atmosphere, I am in opposition to the strict-rigid framework of some schools

In class, we combine learning grammar (a crucial and comforting foundation for beginners) with numerous practical exercises and role-playing exercises so that the student can manage on their own in the real world.

Above all, I transform language into a kind of game/code that must be deciphered. It is then enough to "grasp" the logic... It is "enough" of course - but that is my job - I will take care of it!

I have a myriad of paper materials but I prefer PowerPoints and other fun, interactive tools projected on my TV/computer screen when the course is online.

➤ Theory, exercises, supports provided free of charge with our courses


✦ We are a team, get involved; write to me outside of class ✦

■ By email, text message, or WhatsApp: for your questions, clarifications, requests between classes
■ My courses are tax deductible, I issue invoices.

I like to differentiate myself from those distant teachers who don't make you want to learn.

Location

Online via webcam

General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Japanese for adults, School
Age:
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:French, Russian, Dutch, English, Japanese

About Me

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As a student at the Higher Institute of Translators and Interpreters, I offer language courses to both children and adults.
-> I have the advantage of having been a student too. I therefore know the difficulties that can be had outside of one's mother tongue.
Courses at my home (parents are welcome)
Flexible hours

Education

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● Baccalaureate in translation / interpreting (English-Russian) at Isti- Ulb.
3rd year anticipated
Training in French, English and Russian linguistics as well as in culture of these 3 languages.
● 6-month university exchange at the University of Manchester. Great distinction.

Experience / Qualifications

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■ 17 classes given to teenage children under 18
13 lessons for adults
■ Translator for TEDtalks and Google translate.

Reviews (6)

Super!
Superprof
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The teacher puts you at ease from the first lessons. Very attentive to your objectives and adapts accordingly.
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Sophie is above all a person who is passionate about the languages she teaches. She offers courses that adapt to your needs and demonstrates a lot of pedagogy in her courses. Furthermore, she is very friendly and puts you at ease straight away, which means you don't feel like you're back at school. I therefore highly recommend to anyone who would like to learn English or Russian to take lessons with Sophie
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Great teacher. Very well prepared and able to explain all the subtleties of the language in a clear and understandable way. I highly recommend taking classes with Sophie.
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○ I support students full time, it's my job (it's not a hobby) ○ ✦ Guarantee of success, 98% of exams validated from 2017 to 2023, 95% from 2015 to 2017. Your success is important to me, I make it a real personal matter ✦ Dear future students/parents of students: Dutch is indeed poorly taught in French-speaking schools. But, yes, we can learn to appreciate it (Or stop being afraid of it?) My classes are often punctuated with laughter, I am not a fan of the strict-rigid atmosphere of some schools. Nevertheless, I make it a point of honor to ensure that this benevolence does not affect the learning and progress of the student. ✦ Effective and pragmatic teaching technique ✦ I combine learning grammar (essential for beginners) with numerous practical exercises and role-playing situations to ensure that the student will be able to cope in the real world. Above all, I transform language into a kind of game/code that must be deciphered. It is then enough to "grasp" the logic I have a plethora of paper materials but work mainly using PowerPoints and other fun and interactive tools projected on my TV/computer screen when the course is held online. ✎✎ 2 theory syllabuses; 2 exercise syllabuses provided free of charge with our courses ✦ We are a team, don't skimp on contacts ✦ ■ I can be reached by email, text message, or WhatsApp: for your questions, clarifications, requests between classes ■ Follow-up for parents (how to manage a student who is failing/having academic difficulties, how to help them in a practical way, reports of our courses). ■ My courses are tax deductible, I can provide invoices
○ I teach and interpret English full time. It is not a hobby, but rather the professional continuation of my Bachelor and Master degrees ○ ✦ Guarantee of success, no student involved has ever failed, I make it a real personal matter ✦ Effective and pragmatic teaching technique Good news: I believe that studying a language is not limited to long lists of vocabulary. My classes take place in a relaxed and caring atmosphere, I am not in favor of the strict framework of some schools In class, we combine learning grammar (a crucial and comforting foundation for beginners) with numerous practical exercises and role-playing exercises so that the student can manage on their own in the real world. Above all, I transform language into a kind of game/code that must be deciphered. It is then enough to "grasp" the logic... It is "enough" of course - but that is my job - I will take care of it! I have a myriad of paper materials but I prefer PowerPoints and other fun, interactive tools projected on my TV/computer screen when the course is online. ➤ 2 theory syllabuses; 1 exercise syllabus provided free of charge with our courses ✦ We are a team, get involved; write to me outside of class ✦ ■ I don't forget the parents (how to manage a student who is failing/having academic difficulties, how to help them in a practical way, reports of our lessons) ■ My courses are tax deductible, I can provide invoices I like to differentiate myself from those distant teachers who don't make you want to learn. Maybe our lessons will be the highlight of your day?
Being a student myself, I have the advantage of understanding the student. I think that studying a language is not only about learning vocabulary lists. I have been teaching for 7 years, and have already helped around fifty students of different ages. My Erasmus in Manchester in a situation of total bilingualism has enriched the way I teach and I can pride myself on guaranteeing a fast and pleasant progression! ;) -> NOBODY has "no gift" for languages, the key is just to let you guide.

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