Birgit Wachenfeld-Teschner

Birgit Wachenfeld-Teschner is a seasoned language trainer with a focus on teaching German as a foreign language at Flying Teachers GmbH since October 2018. Prior experience includes a professional re-orientation period in the non-profit sector and adult education from August 2017 to September 2018. From April 1995 to July 2017, Birgit served in various roles at Swiss Re, including Senior Risk Specialist and interim Head of Property & Casualty Insurance Risk Review, highlighting a strong background in risk management and team leadership across multicultural environments. Earlier career experience at Hannover Re encompassed roles in the Treaty Department focusing on the Middle East, where Birgit specialized in reinsurance program costing and client negotiations. Academic credentials include a university diploma in Applied Linguistics and a semester abroad in Translation Studies from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and the National Institute for Higher Education Dublin, respectively.