Paola Alvarado

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Paola Alvarado

Masters degree

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About your spanish tutor

I'm Paola Alvarado, an experienced Spanish tutor with over 15 years of teaching under my belt. I hold a master's degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from the University of León. My passion lies in connecting students of all levels and ages with the Spanish language and culture in engaging ways. In my classes, whether you're a kid, beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, I tailor each session to your specific needs. From career guidance to pronunciation coaching, cultural immersion to vocabulary building, I cover it all. I specialize in creating a comfortable space for conversational practice, role-playing scenarios, and test prep strategies. Witnessing my students' progress and newfound confidence in speaking Spanish is what drives me. Every lesson is a chance to share my love for the language and adapt my teaching to suit you best. Together, we will make learning fun and effective. Embark on this Spanish learning journey with me, and let's uncover the beauty of the language and culture together!

Meet Paola

Paola graduated from University of Leon, Spain

Paola graduated from University of Leon, Spain
Paola graduated from University of Leon, Spain

Spanish tutor language skill

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Conversational Practice

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Cultural Context for Speaking

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Vocabulary Building

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Test prep strategies

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Cultural immersion

Learner types for spanish classes

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Spanish for beginners

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All Levels

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Spanish for advanced

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Spanish for adults

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Home schooled

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Spanish for kids

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Spanish for intermediate

Spanish classes highlights

With a focus on Listening comprehension, Immersive conversation, Grammar, and Writing skills, I offer engaging and interactive Spanish classes tailored for students of all levels, including kids, beginners, intermediate, advanced, and adult learners. I teach a variety of subjects like Travel Spanish, Spanish Literature, Business Spanish, and more. My teaching style involves using tech tools like Google Meet, Zoom, and interactive online resources to create immersive and personalized tutoring experiences. By following a dynamic curriculum and providing written feedback on grammar and vocabulary, I ensure each student's progress. My strength lies in combining interactive dialogue and creative assignments to make learning Spanish enjoyable and effective for every student in my classes.

Spanish tutor also teaches

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Spanish

Spanish Speaking

Spanish Speaking

Academic Spanish

Academic Spanish

Conversational Spanish

Conversational Spanish

Spanish Literature

Spanish Literature

Business Spanish

Business Spanish

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Spanish concepts taught by Paola

Student learned 7 days ago

The tutor and student reviewed and practiced Spanish verb conjugations, focusing on common verbs and their usage in different tenses, especially the preterite. They worked through exercises to reinforce correct endings and pronunciation, with plans to continue practicing verb forms and potentially review the Spanish alphabet for pronunciation in future sessions.

Common Spanish Verbs

Verb Conjugation: Present Tense

Distinguishing Similar Verbs

Past Tense Introduction (Preterite)

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Student learned 11 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish verb conjugations in the present, past, and future tenses, focusing on regular verbs. They practiced conjugating various verbs and forming sentences, with plans to continue practicing irregular verbs in the next session.

Spanish Verb Conjugations: Present Tense

Sentence Structure: Subject-Verb-Complement

Spanish Verb Conjugations: Future Tense

Spanish Verb Conjugations: Past Tense (Preterite)

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish medical vocabulary related to childbirth and labor. They practiced terms for equipment, symptoms, procedures, and conversational phrases used during prenatal, labor, and postpartum stages. The session also clarified the usage of 'bueno/bien' and 'mucho'.

Distinguishing 'Mucho/Mucho' vs. 'Bien/Bueno'

Key Phrases for Patient Interaction

Pregnancy and Labor Terminology

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Symptoms and Feelings in Spanish

Medical Actions and Procedures

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Student learned 3 months ago

The Student reviewed 'ser' and 'estar' in both present and past tenses, focusing on the nuances between 'fue' and 'era', and practiced conjugating 'estar' in past tense. They also learned emotion-related vocabulary and applied these concepts through reading comprehension. The Tutor assigned further review of the material.

Past Tense of *Estar*: Estaba vs. Estuve

Ser vs. Estar: Recap of Basic Differences

Past Tense of *Ser*: Era vs. Fue

Using *Por* and *Para* with 'La Mañana'

Understanding *Porque* vs. *Por Qué*

Vocabulary: Emotions and Personality

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Student learned 3 months ago

The student reviewed the Spanish verbs "ser" and "estar" in present, past, and future tenses. The student practiced using the verbs in different contexts and worked on transforming sentences between tenses. Next week's class is scheduled and they will continue practicing these concepts.

Future Tense Conjugations: Ser and Estar

Past Tense of 'Estar' (Estuve/Estuvo)

Past Tense of 'Ser' (Fui/Fue)

Present Tense Conjugations

Verb 'Estar': Temporary States and Locations

Verb 'Ser': Permanent Characteristics

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Student learned 4 months ago

The session focused on the Spanish verb *ser*, including its conjugation in various tenses and its uses for describing permanent characteristics, origins, and professions. The Student practiced constructing sentences with *ser* and reviewed related vocabulary. As homework, the Student will send sentences using *ser* in the chat.

Ser vs. Estar: Introduction

Distinguishing 'Tener' forms for 'You'

Everyday Vocabulary and Expressions

Ser and Estar: Future Tense

Ser and Estar: Past Tense

Conjugation Practice: Present Tense

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Learning tools used in spanish classes

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Speech recognition

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Dictation tools

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Subtitled media

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Interactive quizzes

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Language simulations

Dynamic spanish lessons

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Mobile joining

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Open Q&A

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Record lessons

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Parent feedback

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Note taking

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Chat for quick help

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Weekend lessons

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