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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Vocabulary Building

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Cultural Context for Speaking

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Cultural immersion

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Role Playing Scenarios

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Spanish language skill

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Homework help

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Spanish for kids

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Spanish for intermediate

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Spanish for beginners

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All levels

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Adult/Professionals

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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ADHD

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 4 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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Student learned 4 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish verb conjugations, specifically focusing on the verb 'ser' and its various uses for identity, origin, and permanent traits. They practiced forming sentences using subject pronouns and adjectives, and covered negation rules and basic sentence structure.

Adjectives: Agreement and Placement

Subject Pronouns and Verb Conjugation

The Verbs 'Ser' and 'Estar'

Negation in Spanish

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Student learned 6 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish grammar, focusing on the usage of 'gustar' with plural/singular nouns and the distinction between the verbs 'ser' and 'estar.' They practiced verb conjugations for 'ser' and constructing descriptive sentences with adjectives, with the Tutor providing resources for further practice.

Subject Pronoun Usage

Verb Conjugation: Ser vs. Estar

Noun-Adjective Agreement

Cognates and False Cognates

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Student learned 6 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed the Spanish verbs "ser" and "estar" using the "DOCTOR" and "PLACE" acronyms, respectively. They practiced constructing sentences describing characteristics, relationships, and states, and discussed adjective agreement in gender and number. The session concluded with a review of pluralization rules for adjectives.

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

Subject Pronouns and Verb Conjugation

Adjective Agreement and Gender

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Student learned 11 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed a comprehensive list of topics previously covered in Spanish, including verb conjugations, tenses, and grammatical agreements. They discussed effective language learning strategies, resource recommendations for vocabulary building, and practical application for immersion. The session also included a detailed explanation of grammatical rules regarding prepositions and verb infinitives, with the tutor providing positive reinforcement for the student's progress and dedication.

Ser vs. Estar: The Foundation

Present Continuous Tense

Gender and Number Agreement

Vocabulary Acquisition Strategies

Prepositions and Verb Conjugation

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Student learned 13 days ago

The session focused on teaching the Spanish verb "ser," its conjugations, and its uses for permanent characteristics, occupations, and origins. The student practiced forming sentences and distinguishing "ser" from "estar." The tutor provided a PowerPoint with adjectives for further study and review.

Ser vs. Estar: The Verb "To Be"

Ser Verb Conjugations

Negation in Spanish

Adjectives: Agreement and Cognates

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Learning tools used in spanish classes

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Interactive quizzes

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Game based learning tools

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Phonetic drills

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Language simulations

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Grammar practice

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Pets are welcomed

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Pets are welcomed

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