Carlos Zabala
Improve writing and join thoughtful discussions with a Spanish tutor from Cordoba University
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Carlos Zabala
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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About your spanish tutor
I'm Carlos Andres Zabala Paternina, a Bachelors-educated tutor with a passion for teaching Spanish. With years of experience in international schools, I specialize in providing personalized Spanish classes for intermediate students. My tailored approach includes career guidance, cultural immersion, and test prep strategies. From conversational practice to pronunciation coaching, I cover Spanish Grammar, Business Spanish, and more. Comfortable with diverse special needs, I ensure a supportive learning environment. Let's embark on this language journey together!
Carlos graduated from Cordoba University
Spanish tutor language skill
Pronunciation Coaching
Spanish language skill
Homework help
Conversational Practice
Cultural Context for Speaking
Learner types for spanish classes
Spanish for intermediate
Home schooled
ASD
Spanish classes highlights
As a Spanish tutor, I leverage a blend of immersive conversation, writing skills, vocabulary expansion, listening comprehension, and verb conjugation to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment. My expertise spans a wide array of subjects including Spanish Speaking, Business Spanish, Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary, Conversational Spanish, Academic Spanish, Spanish Reading, Spanish for Beginners, Spanish Literature, and Spanish Writing. To enhance the learning experience, I integrate various tech tools such as platforms for practice, audiovisual aids, interactive games, and online materials. My approach involves a step-by-step process tailored to cater to intermediate-level Spanish learners, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the language nuances. I focus on providing personalized tutoring, motivating students with positive reinforcement, and fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere. Through interactive lessons and authentic materials, I aim to make the learning journey both enjoyable and effective, helping students achieve their academic goals successfully.
Spanish tutor also teaches
Spanish
Spanish Reading
Spanish Speaking
Spanish Writing
Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary
Academic Spanish
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Spanish concepts taught by Carlos
Analyzing Arguments and Reasoning
Grammar and Verb Conjugation
Vocabulary Application
Fluency Assessment
The Student practiced Spanish vocabulary related to sports and activities and worked on verb conjugations, specifically focusing on past tenses and the verbs 'hacer' and 'ir'. The session involved translation exercises and pronunciation practice. The Student will be out of town for two weeks, so this was the last lesson before the break.
Spanish Greetings and Basic Phrases
Spanish Vocabulary for Sports and Activities
Spanish Verb Conjugation: 'Venir' (To Come)
The use of 'Hacer' (to do/make) in Spanish
Basic Past Tense Verb Conjugations
Common Mistakes and Corrections
The tutor and student reviewed and practiced Spanish vocabulary and grammar, focusing on verb conjugations, particularly the imperfect tense, and related vocabulary such as "patrocinador." They worked on clarifying word meanings and usage through examples and interactive discussion, with plans to continue remediation in the next session.
Spanish Verb Conjugation: Imperfect Tense
Vocabulary: Describing Behaviors and States
Spanish Verb Conjugation: Future Tense
Understanding Sponsorship and Advertising
The Tutor and Student worked on Spanish past tense verb conjugations, focusing on regular and irregular verbs and their application in sentences. They practiced exercises related to the imperfect and preterite tenses and reviewed key irregular verb forms for future memorization.
Irregular Verbs in the Past Tense
Spanish Past Tense - Preterite vs. Imperfect
Verb Conjugation: -AR
-ER
and -IR Verbs
Using Prepositions of Movement
The Tutor and Student reviewed and expanded Spanish vocabulary, focusing on daily routines, actions, and descriptive terms. They practiced verb conjugations, particularly reflexive verbs, and discussed regional vocabulary differences, with plans to focus on speed and fluency in the next class.
Describing Daily Routines (Rutinas Diarias)
Vocabulary for Transportation and Places
Understanding Descriptive Adjectives
Differentiating 'Ser' and 'Estar'
The student and tutor engaged in a Spanish language lesson focusing on the subjunctive mood, specifically its application with expressions of emotion and doubt. They practiced sentence construction and pronoun conjugation, and discussed the distinction between indicative and subjunctive tenses.
Subjunctive Mood Triggers (Emotions & Doubt)
Indicative vs. Subjunctive: Certainty vs. Uncertainty
Using 'Tener que' vs. 'Deber de'
Vocabulary: Fruits and Vegetables
Learning tools used in spanish classes
Speech recognition
Translation tools
Subtitled media
Interactive quizzes
Writing prompts
Dynamic spanish lessons
Parent feedback
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Reviews and Ratings for Carlos
Dylan Terrell
Richmond ,Houston
10 months ago
carlos is a fantastic Spanish tutor whose energy and depth of knowledge make every lesson both meaningful and enjoyable. he personalizes his teaching to match my learning style and goals, which has really helped me make solid progress. carlos ’s engaging approach keeps things interesting, and I feel genuinely lucky to learn from his. I’m sure anyone would feel the same!
Norah Noble
South Lawndale, Chicago
over 1 year ago
carlos is a great tutor who makes Spanish fun to learn through interesting chats. He prepares clear notes that really help me understand grammar and vocabulary better. I’m excited to keep learning with him!
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