Maria Simunic

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Maria Simunic

Bachelors degree

/ 55 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

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Test prep strategies

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Pronunciation Coaching

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Spanish language skill

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Cultural immersion

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Homework help

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Conversational Practice

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Spanish for beginners

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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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Student learned 5 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar', focusing on their usage with the aid of the DOCTOR and PLACE acronyms. They practiced identifying the correct verb for various contexts and concluded with an introductory lesson on Spanish numbers. The student will practice numbers for the next session.

DOCTOR Acronym for 'Ser'

Ser vs. Estar: Locations and States

PLACE Acronym for 'Estar'

Spanish Numbers: Counting and Formation

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Student learned 7 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar', practicing their conjugations and correct usage in sentences. They worked through exercises to differentiate between permanent characteristics (ser) and temporary states or locations (estar), with a brief mention of Spanish pronunciation rules. The next session will continue with exercises on 'estar'.

Verb Conjugations: Ser

Pronoun Agreement and Possession

Ser vs. Estar: The Core Difference

Verb Conjugations: Estar

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Student learned 13 days ago

The tutor and student reviewed Spanish grammar, focusing on adjective agreement, the correct usage of the verbs 'ser' and 'estar' for descriptions and states, and comparative sentence structures. They also practiced forming sentences with the verb 'ir' and worked on translating questions about location using 'estar'. The tutor assigned homework to reinforce these concepts.

Verb Conjugation Basics: 'Ir' (to go)

Ser vs. Estar: The Two 'To Be' Verbs

Adjective Agreement in Spanish

Comparative and Contrastive Connectors

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Student learned 14 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed the Spanish verbs "ser" and "estar," practicing their conjugations and differentiating their uses for permanent versus temporary states and locations. They also worked on comparative structures using "pero," "también," and "tampoco," and practiced sentences with the irregular verb "ir." The next session will involve more conjugation practice.

Verb Conjugation: Ser vs. Estar

Comparisons: Pero

También

Tampoco

The Verb 'Ir' (To Go)

Location Vocabulary and Questions

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Student learned 15 days ago

The tutor introduced fundamental Spanish greetings, numbers, and colors to the student. They practiced basic sentence structures, including adjective placement and forming simple descriptive sentences. The tutor assessed the student's current level and planned for more structured and game-based lessons in the future.

Asking and Stating Age in Spanish

Spanish Sentence Structure: Noun-Adjective Order

Spanish Colors and Descriptions

Spanish Numbers and Counting

Spanish Greetings and Introductions

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Student learned 19 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed the Spanish verb "ser" (to be), focusing on its conjugation and use for permanent characteristics and identity. They practiced forming sentences with subject pronouns and adjectives, including negation, and explored gender agreement in adjectives.

The Verb 'Ser'

Negation in Spanish

Spanish Adjectives: Agreement and Placement

Subject Pronouns in Spanish

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Learning tools used in spanish classes

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Interactive quizzes

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Phonetic drills

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Game based learning tools

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Grammar practice

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Writing prompts

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Mobile joining

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Chat for quick help

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Parent feedback

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Pets are welcomed

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Pets are welcomed

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Note taking

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Open Q&A

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Weekend lessons

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