Amanda Kellenbarger
Personalized, interactive lessons to progress on the path to Spanish proficiency
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Amanda Kellenbarger
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
About your spanish tutor
¡Hola! I'm Amanda, a trilingual teacher/tutor with 15 years' experience in the classroom and 3 years of experience teaching or tutoring Spanish specifically. My students have ranged in age from 2 to 77-years-old, and I can adjust my classes for a wide variety of ages, skill levels and learning goals. I am happy to support you on your Spanish learning journey, whether you are a beginner needing basic vocabulary, an intermediate learner looking to improve your grammar, an advanced student wanting in-depth conversations to build your comprehension or somewhere in between. Every learner is unique and deserves to be treated as such. Wherever you are starting and wherever you are going, I can help you get there in an engaging way that suits your personal learning objectives and preferences. ¡Espero conocerte pronto! I hope to meet you soon!
Amanda graduated from Drake University
Spanish tutor language skill
Spanish language skill
Role Playing Scenarios
Conversational Practice
Vocabulary Building
Homework help
Learner types for spanish classes
Spanish for advanced
Spanish for kids
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Learning Disabilities
Spanish for beginners
ADHD
ASD
Spanish for adults
Spanish for intermediate
Spanish classes highlights
My teaching approach focuses on personalized tutoring to meet your unique learning goals. We can focus on vocabulary development, verb conjugation, listening comprehension, speaking practice, homework help or any combination of the above. I offer classes in Spanish listening, reading, writing, speaking, grammar, vocabulary and conversation. The tools we use will depend on your learning needs and preferences, but in general I like to offer many speaking opportunities, visual supports, games, role plays and interactive lessons. Generally, lessons will build upon one another and routinely cycle back to previous knowledge to reinforce the learning. My methodology strengths lie in adapting to individual learning styles, fostering confidence in communication skills and providing a supportive environment for language acquisition and practice to progress on the road to proficiency.
Spanish tutor also teaches
Spanish
Spanish Listening
Spanish Reading
Spanish Speaking
Spanish Writing
Conversational Spanish
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15 days Refund
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Spanish concepts taught by Amanda
The student and tutor reviewed Spanish grammar, focusing on the preterite and imperfect tenses, irregular verbs, and the use of context to determine meaning. They also discussed emerging trends in gender-inclusive language in Spanish and practiced vocabulary related to science and the environment. The next session will involve reviewing the use of irregular verbs in the imperfect tense.
Preterite vs. Imperfect Tense
Spanish Inclusive Language
Irregular Verbs in Spanish Past Tenses
The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish vocabulary and phrases related to shopping and daily interactions, including greetings, polite requests, and quantity questions. They practiced conversational scenarios and were introduced to family-related vocabulary for future discussion.
Spanish Greetings and Farewells
Asking for and Offering Help
Quantities and Measurements
Common Spanish Nouns for Shopping
Family Vocabulary in Spanish
The Student and Tutor reviewed the natural progression of language learning, emphasizing the importance of listening comprehension and consistent practice for improving speaking skills. They discussed various strategies for vocabulary acquisition and practiced conversational Spanish on topics ranging from personal experiences to cultural nuances and family.
Language Acquisition: Receptive vs. Expressive Skills
Regional Differences and Identity in Northern Ireland
The Nuances of Slang and Nicknames
Geographical and Sporting Connections: Ireland and Golf
Climate Change Terminology
The student and tutor engaged in a Spanish language session, practicing vocabulary related to professions, travel, and descriptive terms. They reviewed verb conjugations, specifically present tense, and participated in role-playing exercises simulating professional interactions to enhance conversational fluency. Future sessions will focus on past tenses and further dialogue practice.
Distinguishing 'Letter' in Spanish
Verb Conjugation: Present Tense Focus
Origin vs. Current Residence: 'De' vs. 'Venir'
Vocabulary for Construction and Work
Distinguishing Breaks: 'Descanso' vs. 'Disfrutar'
The student and tutor engaged in a Spanish language practice session, focusing on vocabulary related to travel, time, and daily activities. They worked on sentence construction using past and future tenses, reviewed vocabulary through a quiz, and clarified pronunciation of Spanish letters and common phrases. The session concluded with practical discussions on travel logistics and potential language challenges.
Spanish Alphabet and Pronunciation Nuances
Prepositions of Time and Location
Distinguishing 'Ser' and 'Estar' in Spanish
Spanish Future Tense Formation
The Tutor and Student engaged in an introductory session focused on assessing the Student's current Spanish proficiency and learning objectives. They reviewed basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and engaged in a short conversational exercise. The session also covered the platform's enrollment process, and the Student committed to a weekly lesson schedule.
Greetings and Farewells
The Spanish Alphabet
Basic Spanish Vocabulary: Colors and Numbers
Conversational Spanish: Greetings and Small Talk
Grammar Awareness: Gender and Adjective Agreement
Learning tools used in spanish classes
Writing prompts
Speech recognition
Grammar practice
Phonetic drills
Language simulations
Dynamic spanish lessons
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
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