About
I have been studying languages since 1986 and teaching since 1988. I took every foreign language class I could get into my schedule in both high school and college and got my Masters in Linguistics. I adore languages and love sharing that passion with others who are interested in learning.
I love working with other people that are interested In learning a foreign language. I enjoy working one on one with students and getting to know them and watch their language learning journey.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
During our first meeting I like to talk to all my new students about past language experience, goals, motivation, learning style etc. I use this information to design a lesson plan specicially geared to each student.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have degrees from the University of North Texas in Spanish, Italian and French and an MA in Linguistics.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
How did you get started teaching?
I started taking Spanish in the 8th grade and I was instantly hooked and knew right then that I would study languages in college. I started French in the 10th grade. I was a cadet teacher (the high school version of a TA) my junior and senior years in high school. As an undergrad I started tutoring Spanish and in grad school on top of being a TA in the Spanish, Italian and Linguistics departments I continued tutoring Spanish and also began tutoring Italian and some Latin.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students from the ages of 12 to people in their 80’s with a wide variety of goals. I have taught individuals, classes, and small groups including corporate groups.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
A language teacher should of course have an excellent command of the language but also the ability to teach and explain general language concepts and rules. My Linguistics degree helps me a great deal with my teaching ability.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are your goals? Fluency, travel, basic conversation...
How much time to you have to dedicate to taking lessons and outside study?
Do you have a time frame, preparing for a specific trip etc?
Do you know what your learning style is?