Simon
Certified language teacher with over a decade of experience in teaching Dutch as a foreign language.
Conversation practice option. Fewer lessons than our Pro bar. Fine for low-stakes speaking.
Not for: Not a Verified Pro. Skip if you only want proven high-volume tutors.
Does not clear our Verified Pro bar (3,000+ lessons and 4.9+ rating). Still fine for low-stakes conversation if reviews look recent.
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About Simon
I'm a language enthusiast in every sense of the word. I love learning new languages, but I also love teaching them. I truly believe that speaking a new language helps you to better understand yourself, others and the world we live in. I'm a native Dutch speaker from Belgium, currently living in Vienna. I love exploring new book and music stores and I'm always looking for the best cup of coffee!
Teaching style
My approach focuses on interaction and communication. I believe in teaching languages in an environment that mimics the real world, so you can start using what you've learned right away. I have a relaxed attitude, but I am firm on quality. I believe that one of the most underestimated qualities of a teacher is the ability to really listen to their students. This helps me to identify your specific needs so that I can help you grow as a language learner.
What students say (44 reviews)
My 9 year old son learned a lot and gained more confidence speaking and writing Dutch. Simon is an excellent teacher, he explains things well and is patient and motivating.
Simon is a teacher by trade and it shows. He is patient, kind and encouraging but, as any teacher should, he listens carefully to what you say, identifying problems and providing excellent feedback. He completely understands the structure of his own language and is able to explain clearly why something is the way it is. He is also funny and interesting in his own right, so you are unlikely to run out of conversation! I can't recommend Simon's lessons enough.
Simon is a very professional and patience teacher. I am glad I found him after having unprofessional lessons with different teachers here. After one week of lessons, I think that in only a couple of weeks I will reach level A2 for spoken Dutch and probably reach level B1 for spoken Dutch in a month. Due to his wide languages knowledge, relevant academic background and professional experience in real schools, he is also able to provide effective tools for memorizing everything. The fact that he is Belgian doesn't make a difference as he is speaking with you and teaches you Dutch like the one spoken in the Netherlands. This is due to his academic and professional experience as a Dutch teacher (spoken in the Netherlands) in real schools and also that part of his family is from there. If you are looking for fast results then he is definitely the teacher for you.
Simon is very good at putting the student at ease to speak, including on more technical and advanced topics. He also has an in-depth knowledge of the Dutch language that will be of interest to anyone wanting to go further in their study of the language.
Simon is an excellent teacher. He is very patient and able to quickly identify areas where you need improvement, offering practical solutions to help you overcome them. His strong communication skills create a comfortable environment that encourages you to speak and improve at the same time. I highly recommend him. Thank you Simon!
Fantastic lesson as always!
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