The tutoring network 'Zielscheibe' was founded on June 3, 2020 in Essen. What began in the midst of the first lockdown is today an intercultural educational network with extensive institutional partnerships and tailored tutoring programs for children, youth, and adults.
Since our founding, we have accompanied more than 800 people on their educational journey.
« At Zielscheibe, no child is left behind. »
We have seen how many children lose their connection in the school system, not because they lack willingness or intelligence, but because they lack individual attention, time, or the right learning methods. That is precisely where we start.
Zielscheibe emerged during an extraordinary time.
During the first Covid lockdown, many families were suddenly faced with managing school and homeschooling alone. Not all parents could provide sufficient support. At the same time, existing learning gaps became more pronounced.
This was especially difficult for children who already required more support due to learning challenges, language barriers, or complex family situations. From this experience grew our vision: providing 1:1 individualized tutoring centered on the child, regardless of background or financial means.
Children learn differently. One asks questions immediately; another remains silent.
Some students need support to close substantial knowledge gaps. Others want to improve grades, achieve admission to a specific school track, or prepare for exams. Language hesitation also often prevents children from showcasing their true potential in large classrooms.
In 1:1 tutoring, we look closely: What has the student already mastered? Where are the actual hurdles? How does this child learn best? Our aim is not to create perpetual dependency on tutoring, but to cultivate autonomy and self-confidence. 'Learning how to learn' is a foundational cornerstone.
Founder and owner of the “Zielscheibe” tutoring network
« Zielscheibe did not arise merely as a business concept. Much of what the company stands for today is deeply rooted in my personal life journey. »
I arrived in Germany as an immigrant myself and know firsthand what it means to arrive in a new environment, learn a new language, and build a life step by step. As a child of war, I also understand the pain of missing home and family while having to look forward.
Education and language were always my cornerstone. With Zielscheibe, I wanted to give back some of the opportunities this society afforded me. It was vital to me from the start that no child gets left behind.
For many years, I have been teaching German as a foreign and second language in adult education. As early as 2020, the VHS Essen officially certified more than 6,000 teaching units as an instructor. At Zielscheibe, I guide adult learners specifically along their individual learning journey, from everyday language improvement to official exam preparation. Classes take place one-on-one or in small groups, both on-site in Essen and nationwide online.
As a multilingual lecturer, I convey linguistic connections clearly across language boundaries. When needed, I can clarify complex grammatical structures in English or South Slavic languages (Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian, Montenegrin). Alongside German, I also teach these South Slavic languages, combining years of experience in adult education with an empathetic understanding of how differently people acquire a new language.
« Every child deserves an individual opportunity, and every family deserves a reliable partner at eye level. »
As Coordinator and Educational Consultant at Zielscheibe, I support families from their very first contact. I take the time to understand each student's academic background and personal challenges to design the ideal learning path.
In addition to coordinating pedagogically with our teaching team, I assist parents with BuT educational funding applications and ensure smooth schedules across our learning centers and online classes.
Educational consulting, family guidance, tutor coordination, and reliable BuT support for families in Essen and across the Ruhr area.
Coordinator & Educational Consultant
PR and public relations
« Individual support, professionalism and a warm atmosphere: that is what I associate with Zielscheibe. »
I have worked with Viktorija Mousa on various projects and in various contexts since 2016. Since the founding of the Zielscheibe tutoring network, I have supported the company as a strategic adviser for communication and public relations. In doing so, I see how Viktorija and her team take up new ideas and bring innovative methods into their courses and holiday workshops.
As a trained communication scientist and coach, I also support Zielscheibe in its day-to-day communication work, especially in social media. I am also active as an executive coach and mentor.
I am especially pleased about the long-standing cooperation between Zielscheibe and my two companies: Tubito Events and the ToL Akademie für Kulturelle Bildung und Kommunikation gUG (haftungsbeschränkt).
Whether closing learning gaps or preparing for graduation exams: the human individual always comes first.
