Hauska tutustua! 

Nice to meet you!

Hei! 

I'm Hanna, a Finnish language teacher and Master's student at the University of Tampere. Welcome to Kielenrauhaa (Peaceful Language), a blog born from a passion for accessible and inspiring language education.

My mission is simple: to empower you to achieve your Finnish language goals without breaking the bank. 

I believe that learning should be a joyful and approachable experience, focused on communication and cultural understanding, not rigid grammar rules.

Kielenrauhaa embraces the idea that Finnish as a second language is an exciting adventure, a journey of continuous improvement and personal growth. 

Connect with me as we build a supportive Finnish language learners' community and unlock the power of peaceful communication through language!

A balanced approach to language learning

Kielenrauhaa promotes a holistic philosophy in language teaching, emphasizing communication, practical use, and immersion in Finnish and Spanish. I strive to create an engaging and supportive atmosphere, empowering adult learners to achieve their linguistic goals while dispelling the myth that fluency equates to flawless grammar.

Inspired by principles of calm education, I believe that language learning fosters inner harmony, boosts self-confidence, and enhances engagement. I strive to provide equal access to language education, viewing the study of Finnish as a second language as a unique opportunity for personal growth and intercultural competence.

Olen Hanna, suomen ja espanjan kielten opiskelija ja kielikouluttaja. Opiskelen suomen kielen maisterin tutkintoa Tampereen yliopistossa ja olen vuosien ajan auttanut oppilaita saavuttamaan kielelliset tavoitteensa.

Kielenrauhaa blogi on projekti, jonka avulla pyrin tekemään suomen kielen oppimisesta taloudellisesti mahdollista kaikille. Uskon, että jokaisella tulisi olla mahdollisuus oppia uutta kieltä ja kulttuuria henkilökohtaisen yksityisopettajan avulla – ilman suuria kustannuksia.

Mielestäni suomen kielen opiskelun pitäisi olla hauskaa ja kiinnostavaa, sekä keskittyä käytännön kielenkäyttöön. Pidän erityisen tärkeänä kulttuurin ja käytöstapojen ymmärtämistä, enkä pahastu kielioppi- tai kirjoitusvirheistä. 

Kielenrauhaa blogin idea, toiminnan periaatteet ja arvot

Kieltenopetus Kielenrauhaa on suomen ja espanjan kielien opettamiseen keskittynyt projekti. Tarkoituksena on luoda innostava ja hyväntuulinen ympäristö aikuisten kielten oppimiselle ja samalla ravistella perinteistä kielten oppimiseen liitettyä myyttiä siitä, että kielitaito olisi täydellistä kieliopin hallintaa. Kieli on ennen kaikkea rikasta ja rauhallista kommunikointia.

Kielenrauhaa kannattaa ajatusta tasa-arvoisesta mahdollisuudesta kieleen. Suomi toisena kielenä on laaja kokonaisuus, jonka opettaminen vaihtelee ikäluokan ja koulukunnan mukaan. Suomi toisena kielenä on yhteinen kiinnostava seikkailu ja osaamisen projekti, jossa tavoite on kehittyä kielenkäyttäjänä koko ajan paremmaksi.

CV Hanna Huovari

Contact Information
📍 Tampere, Finland
📧 hanna@kielenrauhaa.com | 📞 +358 40 2578317
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanna-huovari/

Professional Summary

Private Finnish language teacher with 5+ years of experience in personalized language instruction, specializing in Finnish as a Second language S2 and cultural competency training. Proven track record of designing tailored curricula for A1-C1 learners, with a focus on conversational fluency and real-world application. Fluent in Finnish (native), Spanish (B2), English (B2) and Swedish (B1).

Work Experience

Private Finnish Language Tutor

Self-Employed | Tampere, Finland | 2019–Present

  • Developed custom lesson plans for 50+ students (A1-C1 levels), achieving average proficiency improvements of 49% within 6 months.

  • Integrated cultural immersion strategies (e.g., cultural etiquette, local idioms) to enhance practical language use.

  • Conducted hybrid lessons (online/in-person) using interactive tools like Zoom, Quizlet, Kahoot and Skype.

    Finnish language instructor

    WordDive | Tampere, Finland | 2019–2021

    • Delivered basic Finnish courses to international IT-experts, improving their Finnish communication efficiency.

    • Implemented online learning techniques. Material used: Suomen mestari 1 & 2.

      Finnish Language Instructor

      IES no 1 | Gijón, Spain | 2006–2008

      • Taught beginner Finnish and Swedish to native Spanish exchange students, focusing on daily communication skills (shopping, healthcare, leisure activities.)

      • Collaborated with local linguistics and experts to design basic Finnish and Swedish module for exchange students needs.

    Education & Certifications

    Master of Arts: Finnish language

    University of Tampere | Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences (ITC) | Present

    Thesis: Linguistic entrepreneurship – Case study & Personal development (work in progress)


    Bachelor of Arts

    University of Tampere | Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences (ITC) | 2019– present

    • Thesis: "Tulla menemään ja aikoa tekemään - Verbal periphrasis structures in Finnish texts written by Spanish-speaking learners"

      • Analyzed L1 interference (Spanish → Finnish) in verb morphology and syntax

      • Used collected data from learner's texts to identify systematic patterns


    • Relevant Coursework: Contrastive Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition

    Skills

    • Language Proficiency: Finnish (native), Spanish (B2), English (B2), Swedish (B1)

    • Technical: AI, Zoom, Quizlet, Google Workspace, Canva

    • Pedagogical: Task-Based Learning (TBL), Content-Based Instruction (CBI), Differentiated Instruction

    • Cultural Competency: Integration strategies, cross-cultural communication

      Achievements

      • 97 % student satisfaction rate across 500+ teaching hours (2022–2024).

      • Authored "Keskitason suomea YKI-testiin" a Finnish material package e-workbook for adult learners.

      • Finnish for nursing and healthcare purposes, leveraging my background as a Registered Practical Nurse (Lähihoitaja).

      Cross-Cultural Collaboration 

      • Lived in Madrid and Gijón, Spain, from 2006 to 2010, where worked exclusively in Spanish-speaking environments. This immersive experience enhanced my linguistic proficiency and cultural adaptability, allowing me to effectively navigate and contribute within diverse social and professional settings.

      • In 2005, completed a one-month practical nursing internship at a private kindergarten in Gijón. This early hands-on experience in a Spanish healthcare and educational context further developed my cross-cultural communication skills and deepened my understanding of culturally sensitive care practices.

      • Strong intercultural competence, flexibility, and the ability to build rapport with people from varied backgrounds—qualities I actively apply in my current professional and teaching roles.