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Maria Simunic

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Private classes - Maria Simunic

Bachelors degree

$19

$17

/ 30 min

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 classes overview

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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85% of students receive homework assistance on time.

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Trusted by 90% of parents for results

Parents see their children mastering language skills faster.

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Tailored lessons for every skill level

90% of students feel lessons are personalized to their needs.

Spanish tutor specialities

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Test prep strategies

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Conversational Practice

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Pronunciation Coaching

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Cultural immersion

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Homework help

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Vocabulary Building

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Theresa learned 2 days ago

Sol provided a Spanish lesson to a student from Trinity University in San Antonio, focusing on negative sentence construction, indefinite words, and the differences between "pero" and "sino." The learner practiced converting sentences to negative forms and choosing between "pero" and "sino" in various contexts. They also began an exercise using frequency adverbs to describe routines, which will be continued in the next lesson.

Negative Sentence Formation in Spanish

Pero vs. Sino

Shortening of 'Alguno' and 'Ninguno'

Personal 'a' with People

Frequency Adverbs in Routine Questions

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Theresa learned 3 days ago

Sol Simunic tutored a student in Spanish, a learner who attends Antelope Valley College in Palmdale. The lesson focused on reflexive verbs, the use of adjectives with "poner," and distinguishing between reflexive and non-reflexive verb forms. They practiced conjugating reflexive verbs and worked on exercises involving indefinite and negative words. The lesson also included a discussion of daily routines and concluded with an introduction to logical/illogical concepts in Spanish.

Body Parts and Articles

Time Placement in Sentences

Poner + Adjectives

Indefinite and Negative Words

Reflexive Verbs

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Todd learned 4 days ago

Sol tutored in Spanish, focusing on vocabulary related to body parts and daily routines, and practiced sentence construction using various verbs. The lesson was made engaging through games and texting in Spanish, including hieroglyphics. The individual, a resident of Cicero, plans to continue with 30-minute classes.

Reading in Spanish

Hieroglyphics

Listening in Spanish

Spanish Sentences

Parts of the Body in Spanish

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Theresa learned 7 days ago

Sol Simunic guided Theresa Oh through a Spanish lesson primarily focused on mastering pronunciation, especially the challenging rolled 'R.' Their approach involved a mix of drills, tongue exercises (enhanced by video), and reading practice, all designed to improve Theresa's vocal clarity and expand her vocabulary. The lesson also delved into the intricacies of reflexive verbs and their conjugation.

Rolling 'R' pronunciation

Reflexive Verbs

Siesta

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Theresa learned 9 days ago

Sol Simunic recently taught a Spanish lesson, focusing on practical topics like daily routines, household vocabulary, and conflict resolution. The learner, who resides in Riverview West, actively participated in reading, grammar exercises, role-playing, and a true/false quiz. This lesson built upon prior work where future plans and the verb 'poder' were explored through conjugation, word choice, pronunciation, collaborative writing, and screen sharing.

Reflexive Verbs

Por vs. Porque

Daily Routine Vocabulary

Past Tense Usage

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Theresa learned 10 days ago

During a Spanish lesson, Sol Simunic guided Theresa Oh through vocabulary and grammar essential for discussing daily routines and mastering reflexive verbs. Theresa actively practiced the new vocabulary, worked on identifying unusual words, and arranged activities within a narrative. Their work included various exercises designed to solidify her grasp of reflexive verbs and their application.

Sequencing Activities

Identifying Odd One Out

Expressions of Time

Reflexive Verbs

Daily Routine Vocabulary

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Conversational Spanish

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Teaching tools used in spanish classes

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Writing prompts

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Language simulations

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Translation tools

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Dictation tools

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Game based learning tools

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Grammar practice

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Spanish for kids

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Spanish for beginners

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Spanish for intermediate

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Adult/Professionals

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All levels

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ADHD

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Home schooled

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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Open Q&A

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Chat for quick help

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Weekend lessons

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