Regina Grisolia
Spanish lessons with a UCES tutor focused on conversation, culture, and personal growth
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Regina Grisolia
Masters degree
/ 55 min
About your spanish tutor
Hola! I'm Regina Grisolia, a passionate Spanish tutor with a Bachelor's degree and years of experience teaching Spanish at various levels. My expertise lies in Spanish Literature, Travel Spanish, Grammar & Vocabulary, Reading, Conversational Practice, and more. I specialize in providing personalized classes tailored to your needs. Whether you need help with homework, want to improve your pronunciation, or prepare for exams, I've got you covered. I believe in creating a cultural immersion experience to enhance your learning journey. My classes are interactive, focusing on role-playing scenarios and practical exercises to boost your Spanish language skills. I offer career guidance and test prep strategies to help you succeed. From vocabulary building to understanding the cultural context of the language, I ensure a comprehensive learning experience. For intermediate students looking to enhance their Spanish proficiency, I provide a supportive environment where you can practice conversational Spanish with confidence. Whether you have specific learning requirements or special needs, I am here to support you every step of the way. Let's embark on this exciting language learning adventure together! Vamos a aprender español!
Regina graduated from NYU
Spanish tutor language skill
Homework help
Cultural Context for Speaking
Role Playing Scenarios
Conversational Practice
Pronunciation Coaching
Spanish classes highlights
My tutoring approach is deeply rooted in cultural immersion and interactive dialogue, focusing on grammar while fostering immersive conversations. I specialize in teaching subjects like Conversational Spanish, Spanish Literature, and Grammar & Vocabulary. To enhance learning, I leverage tech tools for interactive online classes, using platforms like Zoom and Google Meet. I follow a tailored curriculum that aligns with the student's goals and proficiency level. My classes cater to intermediate Spanish learners, offering a safe and flexible environment where making mistakes is encouraged for effective learning and improvement.
Spanish concepts taught by Regina
The session focused on Spanish grammar, specifically the uses and differences between the *Pretérito*, *Imperfecto*, and *Presente* tenses. The Student practiced identifying these tenses in sentences and translating their meanings. The Tutor assigned exercises on *Imperfecto* for the next class and planned to continue exploring the combination of *Pretérito* and *Imperfecto* in future lessons.
Indirect Speech with Imperfecto
Interrupted Actions: Imperfecto and Pretérito Combination
Perspective: Imperfecto versus Pretérito
Uses of Imperfecto: Unspecified Actions
Uses of Imperfecto: Descriptions
Pretérito vs. Imperfecto: Completed vs. Ongoing Actions
Presente vs. Imperfecto: Time and Duration
The session focused on reviewing the imperfect tense in Spanish, with the Student practicing its usage in describing past routines and comparing it to the present tense. The Student also worked on understanding the nuances of certain verb usages and explored the contrast between imperfect and preterite tenses. The class ended with plans to continue the topic in the next session.
Imperfecto Tense: Describing Past Routines
Imperfecto vs. Pretérito: Completed vs. Ongoing Actions
Uses of Imperfecto: Descriptions and Setting the Scene
Key Imperfecto Conjugations: *Ser*
*Ir*
*Ver*
Expressing 'Used To' or 'Would' in Spanish
Expressing incomplete or interrupted past actions
The session focused on practicing the imperfect tense in Spanish, particularly in the context of describing past routines and situations. The student completed exercises involving verb conjugation and sentence creation related to childhood experiences and family activities. The class concluded with plans to continue reviewing the imperfect tense and to work on composition in the next session.
Using the Imperfect Progressive Tense
Vocabulary Related to Childhood and Daily Activities
Irregular Verbs in the Imperfect Tense
Imperfect Tense: Conjugation of -ar
-er
and -ir verbs
Imperfect Tense: Past Habits and Routines
The session focused on reviewing and practicing formal commands in Spanish, including their formation and irregularities. The student practiced giving and following directions using a map and related vocabulary. The next session will cover informal commands and the use of pronouns with commands.
Formal Commands (Mandatos Formales)
Stem-Changing Verbs in Formal Commands
Spelling Changes (Orthographic Changes)
Using Prepositions for Directions
Vocabulary for Giving Directions
Indirect Object Pronouns in Commands
The session focused on Spanish imperfecto tense, its conjugation, and its uses in describing past routines and actions in progress. The Student practiced conjugating verbs and applying imperfecto to describe household scenes. The plan is to continue practicing imperfecto, compare it with pretérito in future sessions, and complete conjugation exercises.
Past Continuous with 'Estar' + Gerund
Imperfecto Tense Conjugation
Uses of the Imperfecto: Past Habits and Routines
Uses of the Imperfecto: Describing Actions in Progress
Irregular Verbs in the Imperfecto
Imperfecto for Descriptions in the Past
The student reviewed the preterite tense, focusing on reflexive and stem-changing verbs, and was then introduced to the imperfect tense in Spanish. The student practiced conjugating verbs in both tenses and differentiating their usage. The tutor assigned reviewing the imperfect tense conjugations before the next class.
Verbos Reflexivos (Reflexive Verbs)
Pretérito (Preterite Tense) Review
Verbos con Cambio de Raíz (Stem-Changing Verbs) in Pretérito
Imperfecto (Imperfect Tense) - Introduction
Imperfecto - Irregular Verbs
Distinguishing Pretérito and Imperfecto
Spanish tutor also teaches
Spanish
Spanish Reading
Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary
Conversational Spanish
Spanish Literature
Travel Spanish
Learner types for spanish classes
Spanish for intermediate
ASD
ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Dynamic spanish lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Record lessons
Learning tools used in spanish classes
Interactive quizzes
Game based learning tools
Phonetic drills
Writing prompts
Language simulations
Speech recognition
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