Amy F.
Private tutor in Arlington, VA
Education
¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! • PhD in Spanish Linguistics from the University of Illinois • MA in Latin American Studies from the University of Illinois • BA (magna cum laude) in Hispanic Studies from the College of William and Mary • Graduate of Fairfax High School
Experience
I have over fifteen years of experience teaching all levels of Spanish. Most of my experience is with high school, college, and adult learners. I am comfortable tutoring any level of Spanish and will gladly customize our sessions to meet your needs. In 2012, I received my Doctorate in Spanish Linguistics from the University of Illinois. I have been working for for the federal government in DC for four years. I am also an adjunct instructor of Spanish at George Mason University. Most recently, I taught an advanced Spanish culture and language for undergraduate and graduate students. Sample of classes I have taught: • Undergraduate basic and intermediate Spanish • Spanish grammar review • Spanish reading and conversation • Spanish linguistics • Spanish community service class • Undergraduate/graduate seminar on Latin American culture and language Time spent in Latin America: I have lived in South America and Mexico for extended periods of times for both research and travel. I love sharing with my students first-hand experiences in Latin America, which helps students connect more with the culture and language. I also travel frequently to Latin America for work and pleasure. I have also been to Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Panama, Costa Rica, and Puerto Rico. Other skills and experience: • Former attendee of Virginia’s Spanish Governor’s Academy • High School AP Spanish score: 5 (perfect score) • Foreign language studies: I have also studied college French, German, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, Quechua, and Aymara. • Former State Department intern at the U.S. Embassy in Bolivia. • Lived in Peru and Mexico for academic studies and research. Extensive travel throughout Latin America. How I can help you or your child? Are you a parent concerned because your child is struggling with Spanish and writing, or preparing for the AP Spanish exam? Are you a student just needing some extra help with a specific assignment? I have tutored Spanish for over fifteen years, and specialize in helping students from elementary school middle to graduate school drastically improve their foreign language skills. I love Spanish and would welcome the opportunity to work with you or your child. I enjoy motivating students to learn and grow. As I tutor, my aim is to keep my students engaged 100% of the time. I use visuals, games, and rewards to help my students get the most out of each lesson. Spanish Tutoring: • In person, tutoring via webcam, and editing of Spanish and English documents. • I offer packages based on the frequency of the sessions, the level, and the location of the session. Packages are negotiable.
Availability
Weekdays in the evening, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge, Up to 30 minutes away for a flat fee
Hobbies
I enjoy travel, food, and music. I have traveled the world and love to try new bakeries and coffee shops along my trips. I have a two-year-old cat that I rescued. I love to cook and bake, also, shopping, reading, and writing.
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