About
Experienced, hardworking, and dynamic Spanish teacher passionate about meaningful, student
centered learning rooted in oral communication and stories. Invested in students' language
acquisition through comprehensible input and a relevant curriculum with students’ interests in
mind.
Dedicated to building positive relationships with students both in and outside the classroom in
which learners feel comfortable, motivated, and acknowledged. Empowers students to connect with
the Spanish-speaking world and prepares them to be conscientious and culturally sensitive global
citizens.
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Frequently asked questions
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have taught Spanish as a second language for four years at the high school level. I also taught conversational English for four years in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. I received a B.A. in Spanish from Santa Clara University and an M.A. in Spanish from Middlebury College. As an undergraduate student, I studied abroad for one semester in Salamanca, Spain, and another semester in La Habana, Cuba. I also hold a certification as a professionally licensed tour guide from the International Tour Managment Institute.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
During the summer months, my schedule is flexible! During the school year, I'm available weekday evenings and weekend evenings and afternoons.
How did you get started teaching?
I first started teaching in college when giving English lessons to Spanish speaking day workers in California. After graduation, I moved to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, where I taught English as a second language as a Culture and Language Assistant for the Spanish government's Ministerio de Educación. After four years, I returned to the United States and began teaching Spanish at the high school level.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked mostly with high school and middle school students.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I attended a Cuban salsa dance workshop with two instructors from La Habana, Cuba!.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I would advise the student to work with a teacher who caters to their particular learning needs. Does the student have any special interests the teacher should incorporate into the lesson? As a student, if you are having fun during the lesson and the activities are engaging, that's a sign you are also learning. Also, if you take risks and are not afraid to make mistakes, that means your teacher is creating a a safe, comfortable learning environment that promotes language acquisition.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is your motivation for acquiring Spanish? Are you interested in understanding more about Spanish speaking cultures and communities? Are you trying to level up your speaking skills to communicate in the target language with native speakers? Are you preparing for the DELE (Diploma en Español como Lengua Extranjera) exam, the AP or the IB exam? By sharing your primary goals and aspirations with me, I will design lessons to meet your needs .