Maria Simunic
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Maria Simunic
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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30 lessons
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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
Spanish tutor language skill
Pronunciation Coaching
Homework help
Cultural immersion
Test prep strategies
Spanish language skill
Role Playing Scenarios
Learner types for spanish classes
Spanish for kids
Spanish for intermediate
All levels
ADHD
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Spanish for beginners
Adult/Professionals
Home schooled
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.
Spanish tutor also teaches
Spanish
Spanish Reading
Spanish Speaking
Spanish Writing
Spanish Grammar & Vocabulary
Conversational Spanish
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
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Spanish concepts taught by Maria
The tutor and student reviewed the Spanish present simple tense, covering its uses for habits and routines. They practiced conjugating regular verbs ending in -ar, -er, and -ir, and applied this knowledge by forming sentences. The student will complete conjugation exercises for homework.
Present Simple vs. Present Continuous
Spanish Verb Conjugation: Regular Verbs
Vocabulary: Daily Routines and Activities
The tutor and student reviewed the irregular Spanish verb 'ir' (to go), its conjugations, and how it can express present continuous and future actions. They also practiced using prepositions 'a' and 'de,' temporal vocabulary, and the Spanish concept of double negation. The student was assigned homework to complete sentences and a schedule activity.
The Verb 'Ir' (To Go)
Prepositions 'a' and 'de'
Conjunction 'que'
Time Expressions and Frequency
Double Negation in Spanish
The student and tutor reviewed Spanish verb conjugations in the preterite tense, practicing with irregular verbs and filling in blanks in a letter. They also covered stem changes, meaning shifts in verbs, and the use of interrogative words, with the plan to continue with verb review.
Preterite Verb Conjugation
Meaning Changes in Preterite
Use of 'Qué'
'Cuál'
and 'Cuáles'
Impersonal 'Haber' in Preterite
The student and tutor discussed travel concerns due to geopolitical events before transitioning to a Spanish language lesson. They reviewed vocabulary for introductions, formal vs. informal address, and the crucial distinction between the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar', using acronyms like 'DOCTOR' to aid memorization. The tutor also provided an overview of formal address and verb conjugations, with plans to delve deeper in future sessions.
Geographical and Personal Descriptions
Expressions of Courtesy
Formal vs. Informal 'You' (Tú vs. Usted)
Ser vs. Estar: The Two 'To Be' Verbs
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'.
Contractions: 'De' + 'El' = 'Del'
Ir: 'To Go' - Introduction
D vs. Adónde: Asking 'Where'
Muy vs. Mucho
I vs. Estar vs. Ser
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.
Present Continuous Tense Formation
Uses of the Present Continuous
Negation and Questions in Present Continuous
Ser vs. Estar in Present Continuous Context
Learning tools used in spanish classes
Game based learning tools
Writing prompts
Phonetic drills
Grammar practice
Language simulations
Interactive quizzes
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