Maria Simunic

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Maria Simunic

Bachelors degree

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About your spanish tutor

¡Hola! I'm Maria Simunic, a passionate Spanish tutor with over 7 years of experience. Holding a Bachelor's degree, I specialize in providing tailored classes for Spanish learners of all levels and ages. From Spanish for kids to adults and professionals, I offer a wide range of classes including Spanish reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and conversational practice. My specialities include career guidance, cultural immersion, pronunciation coaching, and vocabulary building. I also excel in creating role-playing scenarios and test prep strategies to enhance learning. Whether you need help with homework, cultural context for speaking, or test preparation, I've got you covered! As a tutor, I am comfortable working with students with special needs, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment. I believe in personalized learning experiences that cater to individual needs and goals. My goal is to not only teach Spanish but also to inspire a love for the language and culture. Are you ready to embark on an exciting language learning journey together? Let's dive into the world of Spanish with fun and effective classes designed just for you! ¡Vamos a aprender juntos!

Maria graduated from Universidad Nacional de cuyo

Maria graduated from Universidad Nacional de cuyo
Maria graduated from Universidad Nacional de cuyo

Spanish tutor language skill

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Test prep strategies

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Homework help

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Role Playing Scenarios

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Vocabulary Building

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Cultural immersion

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Cultural Context for Speaking

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Home schooled

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ADHD

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All levels

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Spanish for kids

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Spanish for intermediate

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Spanish for beginners

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Adult/Professionals

Spanish classes highlights

In my classes, I focus on creating a dynamic and immersive learning experience for students. By combining cultural immersion, speaking practice, grammar instruction, writing skills, and pronunciation training, I ensure a well-rounded approach to mastering the Spanish language. I use a variety of tech tools to enhance learning, such as interactive whiteboards, video conferencing platforms, and educational apps. Following a communicative language teaching approach, I emphasize building communicative competence to enable students to engage meaningfully in real-world conversations. Whether teaching Spanish writing, grammar, reading, or conversation, I tailor my lessons to cater to diverse audiences, including kids, beginners, intermediates, adults, and professionals. My goal is to empower students at all levels to feel confident and proficient in using Spanish in practical situations.

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Spanish

Spanish Reading

Spanish Reading

Spanish Speaking

Spanish Speaking

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Spanish Writing

Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary

Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary

Conversational Spanish

Conversational Spanish

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed Spanish grammar concepts, including article usage, the difference between 'muy' and 'mucho', and vocabulary related to places. The Student practiced forming sentences and answering questions using these concepts. The tutor assigned practice exercises on pages 22 and 23 of the textbook, focusing on completing sentences and using 'qué' and 'quién'.

D vs. Adónde: Asking 'Where'

I vs. Estar vs. Ser

Muy vs. Mucho

Contractions: 'De' + 'El' = 'Del'

Ir: 'To Go' - Introduction

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed the Spanish present continuous tense, focusing on its formation with 'estar' and present participles, and its usage for ongoing actions. They practiced constructing affirmative, negative, and interrogative sentences and discussed its contrast with the simple present for habitual versus temporary actions. The session also covered specific time phrases and the distinction between stative and action verbs.

Negation and Questions in Present Continuous

Ser vs. Estar in Present Continuous Context

Present Continuous Tense Formation

Uses of the Present Continuous

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Student learned 6 days ago

The tutor and student focused on Spanish grammar, specifically noun gender and number agreement with articles and adjectives. They practiced applying definite and indefinite articles and discussed the use of 'estar' for location and temporary states. The tutor also provided recommendations for increasing vocabulary.

Using 'Estar' for Location and Temporary States

Vocabulary Building Strategies

Definite vs. Indefinite Articles

Gender and Number Agreement

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Student learned 7 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed the Spanish prepositions 'para' and 'por', differentiating their uses for cause, purpose, and recipients. They practiced using prepositional pronouns and completed exercises involving these structures. The session concluded with a review of past tense verb conjugations and the beginning of an email completion exercise.

Para vs. Por

Prepositional Pronouns

Irregularities with 'Con' and 'Entre'

Verb Conjugation Review (Past Tense)

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Student learned 8 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar,' using the 'DOCTOR' acronym for 'ser' and discussing 'estar' for temporary states. They practiced expressing dates, occupations, and personal characteristics in Spanish, and reviewed vocabulary for months and days of the week.

Verbs 'Ser' vs. 'Estar'

Spanish Days of the Week and Months

Asking and Stating Personal Information in Spanish

Spanish Numbers and Counting

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Student learned 8 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed Spanish vocabulary, practiced conversational skills related to personal preferences, and delved into grammatical concepts including the use of 'hay' for existence and gender/number agreement with articles and adjectives. The tutor provided examples and exercises to reinforce these topics, and planned to send follow-up materials.

Telling Time in Spanish

Gender and Number Agreement

The Verb 'Haber' (Hay)

Pronoun Usage: Ko vs. Cuál

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Learning tools used in spanish classes

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Writing prompts

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Game based learning tools

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Interactive quizzes

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Translation tools

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Phonetic drills

Dynamic spanish lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Open Q&A

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Pets are welcomed

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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