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Conversational partner and or written support in Spanish, English and German.
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A language is the key to communication and in the interconnected, globalized world that we find ourselves in, a language can really broaden your horizons and extend your web. In addition, a new language also brings culture with it and a vast array of new traveling opportunities.
However, despite all of these advantages, learning a language can be challenging and demotivating, in particular when it is studied without being in touch with native speakers and the corresponding culture that a language brings with it.
The language tutoring provided will be personalized to the student's needs and will provide the cultural context that comes with a language, allowing for a more enjoyable and interactive language acquisition process.
If you are looking to improve your conversational skills or even written proficiency, This is the class for you.
Extra information
I am from Uruguay and speak the corresponding regional dialect. This is irrelevant for students who are in need of written tutoring however, for students willing to learn to speak Spanish as it is spoken in Spain, it might be a problem as there are certain differences. It is important to add that all dialects are valid in a professional and academic setting and that dialects have no hierarchy.
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About Me
Dear future student,

My name is Bernardo and I am an international university student, currently finishing my Bachelor's degree in International Studies at Leiden University. Being born in Uruguay and having lived in Kenya, Germany, and the Netherlands I had the privilege to learn multiple languages and experience the corresponding cultures. Learning a language goes beyond learning the precise grammatical structure of it, learning a language means getting to know new cultural customs and traditions. The cultural aspect is what makes a new language attractive as it opens doors to an unexplored world.
Education
- IB diploma at the International School of Kenya.
- Currently in my third year of my Bachelor in International Studies at Leiden University.
- Completing a minor in Philosophy.
Experience / Qualifications
I speak Spanish fluently as it is my mother tongue, English C2 level and German C1 level. Experience with Kids from coaching to babysitting but eager to also work with adults.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Spanish
German
Skills
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English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
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Spanish for adults
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German for adults
Availability of a typical week
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New York
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