About
As a Spanish teacher at McClymonds High School in Oakland, California, I hope to help you improve your Spanish skills and get you fluent!
Growing up in several countries including Venezuela and Costa Rica where I learned my Spanish has prepared me to give you the lessons you need to become bilingual and change your life!
My lessons are personalized. Meaning that after our first session, I will make my lessons applicable to your level and your interests.
My journey to becoming bilingual has been an experience that I wouldn't trade for absolutely anything. I was blessed to grow up being immersed in environments where the language came easily to me, and I like to help people along their own journeys. I have always had a knack for learning languages, and I think it's a great way to make friends.
I also see that one of my passions is teaching. I love being the person that helps others improve. Learning Spanish can change your life, and I'd love to be a part of that process!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a new student, it is crucial to understand their background with the target language. To add to that, it is also important to find out their learning styles and what motivates them to learn.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a high school Spanish teacher in Oakland, California. I also give personalized lessons to people.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I would like to charge $50/hour.
How did you get started teaching?
I was raised overseas for most of my life in several different countries. Two of the countries I lived in were Venezuela and Costa Rica, where I gained a passion for picking up languages and Latin American culture.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with a very wide array of students. A lot of my students have been beginners in Spanish, but I have also dealt with intermediate and even Native Speakers.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I was recently with a client who held a whole conversation with a person at a Salvadorian restaurant. That same client started at the very bottom and is steadily improving their ability to communicate in Spanish.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find someone who you enjoy talking to and consistently reviews what has been learned so that the learning sticks!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
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