Mark S.
Experienced teacher Dutch as Second Language (NT2) — I teach because it is fun.
Should you book Mark?
Yes Mark is one of the most experienced Dutch tutors on Preply: 7,554 lessons and a 4.7 rating from 54 reviews. Book one lesson to see if the style fits you.
- Who is Mark a good tutor for?
- The profile says: beginners, speaking practice, the inburgering or NT2 exam, Dutch for work and young learners.
- How much does a lesson with Mark cost?
- $59 an hour (Preply lists $49 for a 50-minute lesson). More than most Dutch tutors we list (middle price $36).
- Can Mark explain things in my language?
- Mark also speaks English.
- How do I book Mark?
- Through Preply, not through us. We only link to the profile.
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About Mark S.
I teach because it is fun. At secondary school, my friends asked me to help them with math and economics. I started teaching Dutch as a student at university. My pupils were usually business school students. Later on, I moved to a different university, in Nijmegen, and taught subjects like environmental economics, history and Dutch language. After finishing another project at the university, I decided to start my own IT company. As a company owner, I do projects for companies all over the world, including the department of Languages and Cultures at the University of London. Currently, I spend approximately half of my time as a language teacher and half of my time as an IT expert. I have also been working as a voluntary language teacher at a local organization in my city, which helps immigrants to start a new life in their new home country. I have a masters degree and recently finished a course on second language teaching and another course on teaching adult learners. My students are from all ages, currently ranging from 6 till 60 and from all countries and cultures. I teach young children, craft workers and doctors. I'd be glad to have you as a student too.
Teaching style
Structured, Goal-Focused
- Also speaks
- Nederlands (Native), English (Proficient)
- Focus
- Dutch for beginners, Conversational Dutch, Intensive Dutch, Dutch for Children, Business Dutch, NT2
What students say
54 reviews on Preply
- Gosia★ 5 · March 2, 2026
I am really satisfied with the lessons. Mark is very patient and explains everything clearly. Thank you! :)
- Patryk★ 4 · January 23, 2026 (edited)
Mark want you to acquire good knowledge and pronunciation of a Netherlander. Definitely, he enjoys teaching you.
- Omid★ 3 · December 24, 2025 (edited)
He was a competent teacher for teaching grammar and correcting mistakes. However, his methods and approach are never appropriate for someone who wants to work so fast in an exam-style learning environment. There was no flexibility, and he could not adapt the teaching style based on the personality and needs of the student.
- Julian★ 5 · November 22, 2025
Absolutely the best teacher one may have. He’s very professional, kind, with a brilliant sense of humour, exigent enough to make you progress but with your rhythm.
- Som★ 4 · October 26, 2025
Mark is a good and well organised teacher. My Dutch has made a lot of progress with him.
- Anonymous★ 5 · August 27, 2025
I have had two lessons with Mark so far, plus a trial lesson - He has been engaging, knowledgeable, funny, and provides a lot of materials and insight as well as supporting at your own pace and explaining everything needed. The homework he sets also helps a lot. Thank you Mark!
Reviews quoted from the tutor's public Preply profile.
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