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About
My teaching is student-centered and relies heavily on your feedback. I usually end class with something we did well and something we can improve.
My TESL training came from a Harvard-affiliated organization which instructs the Five Step Lesson Plan: 1) Warm Up 2) Intro to New Material 3) Practice Together 4) Individual Practice 5) Conclusion. If I'm not utilizing this simple and very effective format, the lesson is a conservation in which I make corrections at the end.
Before teaching English, I worked with youth, adults and parents teaching public health with Planned Parenthood.
I love teaching languages, but grammar is my *thang.* I scored summa cum laude on the National Latin Exam. I also proofread and edit, so please don't find any ¡errores de tipeos!
I am also a student of languages! Therefore I understand the ups and downs of learning and know the importance fun plays in the process of acquiring knowledge. (But we cannot forget the blood 🩸 sweat 😥 and tears 😭 involved.)
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We learn each other's personality and learning/teaching style. Set goals and expectations as well as boundaries
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My majors were medical anthropology, Spanish and a minor in Latin American Studies.
I have several years experience teaching and am a lifelong student of languages.
I studied 4 years of Latin and was awarded a gold medal in the National Latin Exam. I'm learning French. I understand Portuguese.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I change $20/30 min lesson.
How did you get started teaching?
My career began in the education department and clinic at Planned Parenthood of Kentucky.
What types of students have you worked with?
Age 4 to business professionals
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Training my service dog 🐕🦺 to teach kids reading in addition to Spanish and English.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Relax and have fun! Be patient and don't be so hard on yourself. Work hard... practice practice practice. Be vulnerable and don't let your mistakes or lack of knowledge hold you back!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are the expectations and goals? How much time and effort are you willing to invest? Why are you learning Spanish? What motivates you?