Tanya Blanes
Enthusiastic Native Canadian English Tutor Offers Specialized Language Arts Support for Diverse Learners
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Tanya Blanes
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Your english tutor - Tanya
As a native English speaking Canadian with an in-born fascination for language, words and all that they can convey, I am delighted to work with students of diverse ages and needs. When a girl in elementary school, I thrived on reading, comprehension, spelling and composition and often ranked among the top of the class. High school introduced an opinionated me to Shakespeare, literature, poetry, creative writing and essays, which only served to increase my romance with words. Then, in my early adult life I accepted the additional challenges of writing human interest stories and concert reviews for newspapers as well as songwriting. After thirty years of teaching English, I possess a storehouse of experience to offer to students (native or non-native speakers, traditionally or home schooled, with learning disabilities, neurodivergence or speech delay) seeking guidance in pronunciation/diction/phonetics, composition, comprehension, just learning to read, career-oriented vocabulary, spelling, creative writing, public speaking, exam prep and more. When it comes to English, I am always up for a new challenge. Each student is unique and so is my personalized approach. The enthusiasm is contagious. Would you like to catch it?
Tanya graduated from Correlieu
English tutor specialities
Homework help
Visual learning
Writing assistance
Cultural immersion
Accent coaching
Speaking fluency
Real world application
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Learner types for english class
Learning Disabilities
English for beginners
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
ADHD
ASD
English for intermediate
English for kids
Tanya - also teaches
English Listening
English Literature
English Speaking
English Vocabulary
English Writing
English
English concepts taught by Tanya
The Tutor provided the Student with comprehensive guidance on vocal health, including hydration, vocal rest, and avoiding irritants. They then practiced vocal techniques by singing 'Vincent' and 'Under the Sea,' receiving constructive feedback on performance and expression. The session concluded by exploring the scientifically proven physical and mental health benefits of singing.
Vocal Hydration Strategy
Strategic Vocal Rest & Avoidance
Post-Performance Vocal Care
Vocal Technique: Softness and Storytelling
The Health Benefits of Singing
French Verb Conjugation: Regular -IR Verbs
French Pronunciation: Silent Letters & Nasal Vowels
Distinguishing 'Écouter' (to listen) vs. 'Entendre' (to hear)
French Verb Classification: Regular vs. Irregular
The student and tutor reviewed and practiced the present tense conjugation of regular French verbs, focusing on -er, -ir, and -re verb endings. They also worked on reading comprehension of a French text and vocabulary. The tutor recommended strategies for organizing verb study materials.
French Liaison
French Pronunciation: Vowel Sounds
French Verb Conjugation: Regular -IR Verbs
French Verb Conjugation: Regular -ER Verbs
French Verb Conjugation: Regular -RE Verbs
The Tutor and Student worked on French verb conjugations, focusing on identifying infinitive forms, practicing new and reviewing existing verbs, and understanding their meanings in context. They also analyzed the lyrics of a French song to reinforce vocabulary and pronunciation, with plans to find a new story or song for the next session.
Infinitive Verbs in French
Verb Conjugation: Person and Number
Irregular Verbs in French
Pronunciation Nuances in French
French Verb Conjugation: -oir Verbs
Pronunciation Rules in French
Verb Agreement and Infinitive Forms
Irregular Verbs: -re and Other Forms
The student and tutor worked on vocal exercises, focusing on breath control, vowel sounds, and register balancing through scales and octave jumps. They discussed the benefits of folk music for vocal technique and began analyzing the song "Vincent (Starry, Starry Night)" for future practice, with plans to revisit "Under the Sea" and explore vocal care tips.
Legato Singing and Sustained Notes
Folk Music for Register Balancing
The 1-3-5-8-5-3-1 Scale
Vocal Resonance and the 'Ng' Sound
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