Syl Auster
Master Spanish grammar and culture with support from a UTN graduate offering personalized help
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Syl Auster
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
About your spanish tutor
I'm Cornwall English Language Services, a dedicated tutor with a Bachelor's degree and a passion for teaching Spanish. With years of experience under my belt, I specialize in providing personalized classes for intermediate Spanish learners. My specialities include career guidance, conversational practice, cultural immersion, and much more. Whether you need help with homework, pronunciation, or test preparation, I've got you covered. I excel in creating role-playing scenarios, enhancing vocabulary, and building strong Spanish language skills. At Cornwall English Language Services, I focus on offering a holistic approach to learning Spanish. From academic studies to cultural context and literature, my classes cover a wide array of subjects like Spanish listening, reading, writing, and speaking. I am comfortable working with students with special needs, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment for everyone. Let's embark on this language-learning journey together and take your Spanish skills to new heights!
Meet Syl
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Learner types for spanish classes
Spanish for intermediate
Spanish classes highlights
My teaching style is a dynamic blend of grammar-focused lessons, interactive verb conjugation activities, speaking practice, pronunciation training, and cultural immersion. Specializing in conversational Spanish, I offer a wide array of classes ranging from Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing to business Spanish, literature, and academic Spanish. For intermediate-level students, I use a personalized approach to cater to individual needs. I leverage a variety of tech tools like interactive online platforms, multimedia resources, and digital games to create engaging and effective lessons. By following a curriculum that emphasizes practical application and real-life scenarios, I ensure that students not only grasp the language but also develop confidence in using it. My strength lies in providing personalized tutoring that fosters a deep understanding of the language while making learning enjoyable and rewarding.
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85% of students receive homework assistance on time.
Rated 4.9/5 for language progress
Parents report noticeable improvement in their child’s fluency.
Interactive lessons for reading and writing
Students engage in real-world exercises to improve writing and reading.
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Spanish concepts taught by Syl
The tutor and student practiced Spanish greetings and pronunciation, focusing on the silent 'u' in 'qu' combinations. They engaged in a spelling game to reinforce vocabulary and then transitioned to learning Spanish countries and nationalities, emphasizing gender agreement in adjective and noun forms.
Spanish Pronunciation: Silent 'U' after 'Q'
Gender Agreement in Spanish Nationalities
Verb 'To Be' Conjugation (English vs. Spanish)
Spanish Spelling Practice
The Student and Tutor reviewed Spanish demonstrative adjectives and pronouns, focusing on their usage based on proximity and number. They practiced identifying and using these words in various contexts, including vocabulary related to souvenirs, and the Tutor assigned homework involving a dialogue in a souvenir shop.
Souvenirs and Vocabulary
Ignorance vs. Lack of Interest
Demonstratives: 'This'
'That'
'These'
'Those'
Artisan vs. Mass-Produced Goods
The tutor and student reviewed Spanish vocabulary related to food and cooking, including ingredients and preparation methods. They explored the grammatical concept of the passive voice in Spanish and its application in recipes, and discussed specific Spanish dishes and culinary traditions. The next session will focus on demonstratives integrated with food-related vocabulary.
Passive Voice in Recipes
Spanish Culinary Terms & Dishes
Vocabulary for Cooking Actions
Understanding 'Salsa' in Food Contexts
The tutor and student engaged in a comprehensive literary analysis of Ray Bradbury's "The Pedestrian." They discussed themes of societal alienation, technological overreach, and the loss of individuality. The session involved close reading, interpretation of descriptive language, and drawing parallels between the story's themes and contemporary society, with plans to continue this exploration in the next session.
Themes in Ray Bradbury's 'The Pedestrian'
The Importance of Routine for Sleep and Well-being
Meditation as a Tool for Self-Connection
The Role and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
The Power of Interpretation in Literature and Art
The student and tutor practiced Spanish vocabulary, focusing on pronunciation, verbs, and common phrases. They worked on vowel sounds, word order differences between English and Spanish, and vocabulary related to hobbies, food, and places. For the next session, the student will prepare to spell country names in Spanish, and the class will begin learning the Spanish verb "to be".
Spanish Word Order: Noun-Adjective Agreement
Spanish Pronunciation: Vowels and Consonants
Spanish Greetings and Time-Based Expressions
Spanish Verbs: Infinitive Forms
The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish vocabulary related to exclamations, household items, and food preparation, focusing on beef cuts and cooking techniques. They discussed regional linguistic differences and practiced using new Spanish terms in context, with a plan to focus on demonstratives and a student-led explanation of an Australian dish in Spanish for the next session.
Adverbs and Word Endings
Argentinian Cuisine: Empanadas and 'Ambassador Dishes'
Vocabulary: Toilet and Petrol Station
Argentinian Beef Cuts and Cooking Methods
Spanish Expressions for 'Oh My God'
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Grammar practice
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Speech recognition
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Language simulations
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Reviews and Ratings for Syl
Dashawn Rice
Austin, Texas
over 1 year ago
Services is a great tutor. She works with my schedule and is very patient. She explains things well, so Spanish is easier to learn. She knows the language and helped me get ready for my exam. I recommend her.
Malia Huynh
Seattle, Washington
almost 2 years ago
Services is good at determining my level of competency and offering challenges that are specifically designed to improve my Spanish. I value her easy approach and the well-defined format of our lessons, which optimisee the advantages I derive from every meeting.
Yesenia Coffey
Bushwick, Brooklyn
about 2 years ago
Services is a true native Spanish speaker, and learning with her has been great! She’s kind, patient, and makes the lessons easy and fun.
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