About
I have 10 years of experience taking Spanish coursework, including study and research abroad. During this time, I have learned Spanish grammar and vocabulary in great depth. I began classes in middle school, and have dedicated myself to continuous language learning ever since. In high school, I received a Pathfinder nomination for my performance in Spanish class, where we read and analyzed advanced literature. In college, I continued to excel, and was encouraged to study abroad. Studying at a university in Yucatán, Mexico, I took courses in anthropology and literature and received high grades. Upon returning, I was hired as a Spanish Teaching Assistant at New College of Florida. I developed lesson plans to help intermediate and beginner students better understand the concepts they had learned in class. I created engaging activities which involved oral, written, and auditory practice.
Today, I continue to communicate in Spanish and learn more advanced vocabulary. I offer Spanish programs/tours in my job as an environmental educator.
As a long-term student of Spanish, I have been through the learning process, and can use my experiences to inform my lessons. At the same time, I recognize that not all students learn in the same way; I will get to know each student's learning style and shape lessons to their needs.
It is very rewarding to see someone make progress toward their language learning goals. I know the joy of steadily advancing, feeling closer and closer to fluency. I will be grateful for the chance to help someone else find that joy.