Introduction: Bienvenidos!
My goal is to share my extensive knowledge of Spanish and my experience and passion for learning languages in a unique, fun, and logical way. Learning Spanish is increasingly useful in today's world and has become a social, economic, and cultural necessity. Let me help you improve your Spanish language abilities, addressing your particular goals.
A little about me:
* Native Spanish speaker and born in Bogota, Colombia
* Ph.D. in Spanish Language and Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
* M.A. in Latin American History from Vanderbilt University
* 21 years' experience teaching Spanish classes in formal and informal settings to students, from 5th grade through graduate school
* Certified to teach Spanish in grades 5-12 in Massachusetts
* Developed unique curriculum for second language acquisition
* Wide experience in translating and interpreting
* Bilingual published poet
I offer:
* Pre-travel refresher lessons
* College placement test and teacher's license test prep
* Enrichment for current Spanish students grades 5-college
* Conversation classes
* Spanish for health care and business professionals
* Traditional Spanish language and culture lessons (beginner, intermediate, and advanced)
* Translation and interpretation services
Rates:
* Private lessons: $30/hour
* $275 for 10 lessons
Lessons for groups of 2 or more (each) is $30 for the first student and $10 for each additional student.
Translation and interpretation:
Please inquire. Rates vary according to the content and/or area of expertise required.