About deutschintensiv
For more than 15 years we have helped individuals and companies master the German language and find their way in German culture. Our focus is on quality, precision and sustainable learning success.
Since 2024
Frankfurt am Main
Since 2024 based in Frankfurt am Main
Since 2024 based in Frankfurt am Main, the heart of the German economy, we combine linguistic expertise with deep cultural understanding for outstanding results.
60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Language is our core field of work
We convey content precisely between languages, mediate meaning in intercultural contexts and support our clients to act with linguistic confidence and competence. We firmly believe that effective communication is the foundation for international success.
Our values
passion for languages
We believe language opens doors. Our passion drives us to help you communicate confidently.
result-oriented
Every program is designed to produce measurable progress and achieve your specific goals.
personal approach
No two learners are the same. We adapt methods to your learning style and needs.
cultural bridge
Language is culture. We help you master German business and social norms with ease.
Our history
• University degree
• Started working as translator and language teacher
• Authorization as translator in Hesse, Germany
• Work for various language schools in Frankfurt am Main
• Commenced interpreting activities
• Teaching at German higher-education institutions
• Development and launch of own online programs
• Establishment of personalized language coaching
• Sworn in as court interpreter
• Further qualification in language coaching
• Founding of deutschintensiv
• Location: 60329 Frankfurt am Main
The team
Our core team comprises three specialized professionals in translation, interpreting and language coaching. We complement this with a network of qualified freelancers who join projects after careful selection.
Ioannis Giagkos
- Certified Translator - Ionian University Graduate & State-Accredited Interpreter
- Court Certified Translator & Sworn Interpreter for Modern Greek
- Certified & sworn by the District Court of Frankfurt am Main
- Member of German Federal Association of Interpreters & Translators (BDÜ)
- Member of the Panhellenic Association of Professional Translators Graduates of the Ionian University (PEEMPIP)
- Accredited at Greek Consulates in Frankfurt am Main, Stuttgart, Hamburg, Düsseldorf & Munich
Education
- Ionian University, Dept. of Foreign Languages, Translation & Interpreting (Modern Greek, German, English) — Diploma 2008
- Saarland University, Applied Linguistics, Translation & Interpreting — semester abroad 2007
- Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Dept. of Translation, Language & Cultural Studies — Master of Arts in Translation (ongoing)
- Goethe-Institut, Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom — 2005; Special courses: German for Medical Professionals (2012), German for Legal Professionals (2012)
- Rechtsprache Seminare, Law-language for Translators & Interpreters – 2021, LI for Translators & Interpreters – 2021, Intensive Interpreting Course with Note-Taking Techniques – 2022, Seminar on the German Judicial Remuneration and Compensation Act – 2024
- Hesse Teachers' Academy – State Examination for Translators and Interpreters (Specialisation: Humanities) – 2022
- German Federal Association of Interpreters and Translators (BDÜ) – Certified Translation of Official Documents: Systematic Orientation and Background Knowledge – 2025
- DASE & CARSTENSEN BILDUNGS.CONSULTING, Language Coaching & AI – 2025
Professional experience
- Language coach — 2012 to present Freelance tutor for adults, Lecturer & Examiner in the DSH program at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences; Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language, University of Bonn; Individual language coach for newly appointed professors, University of Bonn; Lecturer in Modern Greek, Adult Education Centre (vhs) Rüsselsheim
- Translator — 2008 to present (official translations German ⇄ Greek & English ⇄ Greek) Certified for Modern Greek by the District Court of Frankfurt am Main, Owner & Director of a translation office in Frankfurt am Main
- Interpreter — 2016 to present (German ⇄ Greek) Court interpreter for Modern Greek
Stergiani Pantoudi
- In-house translator
Education
- Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz — BA Language, Culture, Translation with subject specialization: Economics — 2023
- Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Dept. of Translation, Language & Cultural Studies — Master of Arts in Translation (ongoing)
- University of Valencia — Erasmus (B.A.) — 2023
Responsibilities
- Translation
- Proofreading
- Preparation & follow-up for interpreting assignments
- Terminology work / glossary maintenance
- Formatting & layout control
- Research
- Project assistance
- Quality assurance
Nikolaos Anastasiadis
- Teacher in German as a Foreign Language (DaF)
Education
- Goethe-Institut, distance-learning programme "Teaching German" – 2019
- German as a foreign language (DLL3)
- How people learn German (DLL2)
- Curriculum requirements & lesson planning (DLL6)
- Tasks, exercises, interactions (DLL4)
- Learning materials & media (DLL5)
- Teaching competence & classroom design (DLL1)
Professional experience
- Language coach – 2016 to present Freelance work as a language coach for adults
- Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
- Teacher at Adorno Gymnasium for young refugees
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