The Spanish Professor
About
I love teaching! In fact, I taught university level Spanish as a graduate student and then as a Spanish professor for nearly a decade. I left to to pursue full-time work in the mental health field, but still love to teach and tutor in my freetime. Best of all - I know exactly what your college professors want!
I have a PhD in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of Houston, an MA in Spanish Literature and Linguistics from Texas State University, and a BA in Spanish and Government from Lawrence University.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I will ask a few questions about what class the student is currently taking [if any], how comfortable the student is with Spanish, whether the like it or not, and what they'd like to get from our sessions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a PhD in Hispanic Linguistics [Spanish] and have been trained in best practices in language teaching to learners of Spanish as a Second Language, and speakers of Spanish as a Heritage Language.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Yes; $30 for 30 minutes or $50 for 60 minutes
How did you get started teaching?
My grandmother was a teacher. I loved school growing up, and always wanted to be a professor. I managed to do that, but then I found the mental health field that has become a passion of mine. I still teach privately, though, because I love teaching so much!
What types of students have you worked with?
Literally every type - 'typical' college students [aged 18-22], non-traditional students [students who work, have families, fall out of the 'traditional' age range]... I have worked with students who have needed accomodations for any number of reasons, students on the spectrum, students with debilitating mental health symptoms, students from all walks of life and all cultural backgrounds.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
The 'Stros won the World Series :D
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Its okay to shop around - if you enjoy working with your teacher/tutor, you're more likely to learn and succeed!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Think about what you want to get from your teacher - it is very helpful for us to know how YOU want us to help you.