Laura Ortiz
Graduate from UNIMINUTO excels in dynamic ESL classes, fostering interactive and engaging learning.


ESL classes - Laura Ortiz
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Laura - Know your english tutor
I'm Laura Ortiz, an ESL tutor with a Bachelor's degree and over 3 years of experience. My classes cater to ESL students at all levels, from beginners to intermediate and adults. Specializing in accent coaching, career guidance, and more, I offer personalized English classes covering English culture, business, travel, and more. With a focus on grammar, speaking fluency, and real-world applications, I provide expert ESL tutoring in a supportive environment. Whether you need help with homework, test prep strategies, or improving your English skills for daily life, I tailor my teaching to your needs. My visual learning aids, interactive sessions, and cultural immersion activities make learning English engaging and effective. I am also experienced in addressing special needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to excel in a comfortable setting. Ready to embark on a journey of language discovery? Let's start your ESL classes today for a transformative learning experience!
Laura graduated from UNIMINUTO
English tutor specialities
Real world application
Accent coaching
Grammar fundamentals
Test prep strategies
Speaking fluency
English classes overview
My teaching approach focuses on enhancing speaking skills, mastering reading comprehension, building grammar proficiency, enriching vocabulary, and fostering interactive discussions. I specialize in a wide array of English subjects including Travel English, Hobby English, Conversational English, English Culture, Business English, and more. To create engaging and effective classes, I leverage a variety of tech tools such as interactive platforms, online resources, and virtual whiteboards. By following a well-structured curriculum tailored to individual needs, I cater to a diverse audience of 20+ students, including intermediate ESL learners, adults, and beginners. My personalized tutoring ensures that each student receives the attention and guidance needed to excel in their English language journey. Be sure!

ESL concept taught by Laura
Paola guided a learner from Fort Lauderdale as they worked on Spanish language skills using the song "Monaco" by Bad Bunny. They utilized the Lyrics Training website to practice listening comprehension and discussed regional variations in Spanish pronunciation and slang. Paola recommended DeepL as a translation tool and planned to continue translating songs in their next lesson.
DeepL Translator
Second Conditional (Brief Intro)
Spanish Regional Accents
Informal Spanish Vocabulary
Paola and Sophia explored Mexican legends, which served as a rich context to enhance Sophia's Spanish reading and comprehension. They discussed tales like "La Llorona," "El Charro Negro," and "Callejón del Beso," focusing on pronunciation, translation, and their cultural significance. For her next lesson, Sophia was assigned homework to prepare and present a United States legend in Spanish.
El Charro Negro
Spanish 'R' Pronunciation
Nahuales
El Callejón del Beso (Alley of the Kiss)
La Llorona
Paola and Juscelia's English lesson focused on motivation, specifically distinguishing between intrinsic and extrinsic types. Following this, they delved into vocabulary relevant to retail sales positions. Juscelia gained practical experience by identifying different kinds of shops and expanding her lexicon related to sales and customer service. For future practice, Paola will provide Juscelia with materials for vocabulary and conversation exercises, including a role-play.
Intrinsic Motivation
Extrinsic Motivation
Salesperson Vocabulary
An instructor and a learner from Brooklyn College in Flatbush delved into Mexican legends, aiming to enhance Spanish comprehension and cultural awareness. They analyzed the structure, purpose, and cultural significance of these narratives, with "La Llorona" serving as a primary example. The lesson is set to continue exploring Mexican legends in the upcoming lesson.
La Llorona
Mexican Legends
Purpose of Legends
Cultural Significance of Mexican Legends
Paola and a learner engaged in Spanish conversation, focusing on vocabulary related to hobbies, daily routines, and cultural topics. The learner, who calls Concord home, watched a short video clip in Spanish and was introduced to TED Ed videos as a learning resource. Paola suggested watching videos with Spanish subtitles to improve comprehension and planned to continue practicing with similar videos in future lessons.
Video-Based Language Learning
Basic Spanish Vocabulary
Spanish Accents & Variations
Paola and Gleicy dedicated their recent English lesson to enhancing various skills. They practiced reading and pronunciation using the book "Lisa in China" and improved listening comprehension through music-based exercises featuring Celine Dion's "The Power of Love." Gleicy also worked on her pronunciation by singing karaoke to "Lemon Tree." As homework, she was assigned to practice daily routines in the simple present tense. Their next class is set for Monday at 4 p.m., where they will continue to focus on vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking.
Tell vs. Say
Wonder (verb)
You're Right
Sightseeing
Pack Your Bags
Student types for english classes
Learning Disabilities
ESL for intermediate
Home schooled
ESL for beginners
ESL for adults
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Dynamic english lessons
Chat for quick help
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Weekend lessons
Practical tools used in english classes
Speech recognition
Grammar practice
Translation tools
Interactive quizzes
Language simulations
English tutor also teaches
English Listening
English Reading
English Speaking
English Writing
ESL
English Grammar & Vocabulary
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