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German tutoring and English copy editing — tailored to where you are, and where you want to go.

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About me

Language is at the core of our human connection — and I’m here to help you find your confidence with it.

Services

Two ways I can help you with language today.

  • Learn German

    German tutoring, A1 to C2

    1-on-1 online classes tailored to your level and goals — work, travel, exams, or simply broadening your horizon. Goethe exam prep included.

    See German lessons
  • Copy Editing

    English copy editing & proofreading

    Newsletters, websites, articles, and books — I check facts, fix grammar, and improve readability so your words actually land.

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Frequently asked

  • Do you offer a free intro call?

    Yes — every new client gets a free 15-minute intro call so we can align on goals before committing to anything.

  • How long does it take to feel confident in German?

    It depends on your goals, but most students reach conversational fluency (B1) within 8–12 months of weekly lessons.

  • What kinds of copy editing do you take on?

    Non-fiction writing — articles, newsletters, websites, flyers, books. I’m at my best with business and travel writing thanks to my background in tourism and organisational communication.

  • What do your services cost?

    Rates depend on the project. Book the intro call (German) or send a sample (copy editing) and I’ll come back with a quote.

  • Where are you based, and what time zones do you work with?

    I’m based in South Africa (CAT, UTC+2). I work with clients across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Most lessons fit into evening or morning slots that work for both sides.

  • Do you take on rush copy-editing jobs?

    Sometimes yes — depends on my current schedule. Send the deadline along with your draft and I’ll tell you straight if I can hit it.

  • What’s the cancellation policy for German lessons?

    Free rescheduling with 24 hours’ notice. Inside 24 hours, the session is charged but I’ll do my best to accommodate the next request.

What clients say

Hear it from the people I’ve worked with.

  • Cross-cultural sensitivity is rare in copy editing. Jacqui understands the difference between technically-correct and actually-readable, and it shows.

    Priya Sharma

    Corporate communications lead

  • Newsletters used to take me a full day to polish. Jacqui turns them around in hours and the readership numbers have noticeably ticked up since.

    Daniel Okafor

    Travel newsletter editor

  • She didn’t just fix typos — she pointed out where the prose was working against me and gave me clear options. Best edit I’ve ever paid for.

    Sara Chen

    Independent author

  • Jacqui’s own C2 experience made all the difference for my Goethe prep. She knew exactly what the examiners wanted and how to get me there.

    Marcus Weber

    Goethe C1 candidate

  • I came in nervous about speaking and left after 9 months actually enjoying it. Jacqui structures the sessions around real-world stuff I actually use — not textbook drills.

    Anna Müller

    B2 German learner