Luke Bennett Language Tutoring -- German & English

When working with someone new, our first lesson will primarily be about getting to know you! Knowing where you need to focus and what you hope to gain from tutoring helps me set goals for the both of us. Understanding where your strengths lie is also really important for us to develop what you're good at and where we can see room for growth.

After that, lessons go pretty smoothly. You lead as much as you would like, and I supplement with areas that I feel can provide more help in certain areas.

We provide feedback for each other as we go, letting each other know if something is not working. In this way, we can make sure we are capitalizing on our time in tutoring.

I have a B.A. in German with a minor in Education.

2016: I worked as a German immersion school teacher at "Die Deutsche Schule Corvallis" and was an independent German tutor.

2017: I continued my work as a German tutor and at "Die Deutsche Schule Corvallis," but also began tutoring in English while abroad in Germany. I helped as an English tutor at Corvallis High school and as a teaching aid in the German classroom.

2018: I began teaching a free community class in German for beginners. I continued tutoring and began working with international students in English tutoring.

2019: I co-taught German 113 at the college level, and taught English in Macau, China, focusing mainly on speaking, listening, and grammar instruction.

2020: I co-taught English as a foreign language to secondary school students in Bregenz and Dornbirn, Austria. This was facilitated by the Fulbright program.

I charge $15 per hour. If you require or want more extensive lessons (i.e. more than four lessons per week), please just reach out to me and we can work something out.

I accept Paypal or Venmo.

You pay after the lesson.

I started teaching when I was only 10 years old, and have loved it ever since.

When I was older, I would frequently help my friends and other students with their homework. When one of my peers told me that I could simplify concepts, I began looking into education as a future career.

I've worked with students from all ages, including elementary through college. I've also worked exensively with English Language Learners, and helped conduct research on English Language Learners with Learning Disabilities.

This means that I've also worked with motivated students and unmotivated students. Because these demand different approaches, I've been able to cultivate the necessary skills to help students achieve their goals in German and English.

If you are seeking a German tutor, ask them "Can you explain when to use the four cases in German?" One of the difficulties of the language is the unique grammar, and its vital that tutors and teachers know each one in and out.

For English tutors, you need to ask yourself how they teach composition. Explicit grammar instruction here has been shown ineffective. However, even if teachers move away from grammar, their topics can be uninteresting. Look for a teacher that lets you explore your interests! Write about what applies to you.

You should think about what your goals are! How long term or short term are they? These don't need to be illustrious goals, but having a rough outline helps me figure out the best way to support you.