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Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am a current student at the University of Vermont. I am completing two Bachelors in Linguistics and Japanese, and am a researcher for both departments. From high school to the present day I have tutored people my age and younger, and I have experience working with refugee/ELL students; I have coll...
University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
Victoria
I am Victoria. I just recevied my associate degree at College of DuPage and was one of the finalists of this year's outstanding graduates.I am good at math and my native language is Mandarin. I have two-year university degree of economics in Shanghai, China. I took Calculus 1 before and I got A for ...
Illinois Institute of Technology
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
College of DuPage
Current Undergrad Student, Finance

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Alexa
Every student should have the opportunity to feel successful. As a tutor and teacher, I work to help students be active, rather than passive, learners. I believe that my job isn't only to teach students academic content, but also to help them develop skills to set goals and gain autonomy over their ...
Ithaca College
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, although all of my family lives in Brazil. I play soccer in college and I am an amateur pianist as well. I enjoy reading, running, listening to music, and Game of Thrones.I have tutored various subjects, focusing on math and physics, for nearly 4 years. I am curren...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Dmaine
I hold two graduate degrees from Kettering University. I seek to provide my students with superb services in an effort to see them thrive and succeed!
Kettering University
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ethan
Working Smarter and harder (minus the stress ;).Neuroscience PhD (MIT) with a focus not on simple recitation of material, but on understanding of it.I take joy in making material feel natural instead of alien. And I have special facility with 'debugging' problem areas that aren't making sense. (9/10...
College of the Holy Cross
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Meagan
I am a 3rd year preschool teacher and I love working with the youngest little learners! I am passionate about helping students thrive and succeed in their educational journey. Not only do I want to help you learn the material you are wanting to learn but I want you to feel confident in your abilitie...
University of Central Missouri
Master of Science, Library and Information Science
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Heather
I have a strong passion for knowledge and learning that has evolved into a desire to help students achieve academic success. I place a high value on education, which has led me to seek a career in teaching and tutoring. I am currently a substitute teacher for Clark County School District, predominat...
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Masters, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Nevada- Las Vegas
Bachelors, Psychology

Certified Tutor
Ruth
I believe great writing is a learnable skill. My goal is to help each student express their unique voice while mastering the fundamentals. I have experience as a reading and writing tutor from an elementary school to a graduate school level. It is immensely rewarding to see my students excel in subj...
Sarah Lawrence
Bachelor in Arts, Writing

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jaycob
Based in Philadelphia but born and raised in southeastern Florida, a love of history has persisted within me since I was a child, and it has been my dream to have the opportunity to share my passion with others, and to get them engaged in the ongoing preservation of our collective past. I graduated ...
University of Florida
Master of Fine Arts, Historic Preservation and Conservation
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Science, Public History
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Frequently Asked Questions
In a typical classroom with a 14:1 student-teacher ratio, speaking practice is limited. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you get dedicated conversation time with an expert tutor who can correct your pronunciation, help you think through verb conjugations in real-time, and build your confidence speaking naturally. This focused speaking practice is one of the biggest advantages of tutoring for language learners.
Verb conjugation requires memorizing multiple patterns across different tenses—present, preterite, imperfect, subjunctive—which is overwhelming without targeted support. A tutor can break conjugation into manageable chunks, show you the underlying patterns rather than just rules to memorize, and give you plenty of practice with verbs in context so they stick. This targeted approach helps you move from memorizing conjugations to using them naturally.
Research on learning shows that spaced repetition and retrieval practice—revisiting words over time and testing yourself on them—are far more effective than cramming. A tutor can design vocabulary practice that fits your learning pace, connect new words to themes or contexts you care about, and weave vocabulary into your conversations so words stick long-term rather than disappearing after a test.
Listening comprehension improves through exposure to natural speech patterns, not just textbook audio. Personalized tutoring gives you a native or fluent speaker to listen to, ask questions about what you don't understand, and gradually build your ear for different accents, speeds, and conversational styles. Your tutor can also recommend authentic resources like podcasts or films and help you work through them.
Yes—pronunciation is one area where 1-on-1 tutoring makes a real difference. A tutor can model correct pronunciation, listen to how you're producing sounds, and give you specific feedback on which sounds need work. They can also explain the mechanics of Spanish sounds (like the rolled R or the difference between Spanish and English vowels) so you understand what you're aiming for, not just imitating.
Both matter, but the goal is to internalize grammar so you can use it naturally without thinking about rules mid-conversation. A good tutor balances explicit grammar instruction with plenty of conversational practice, so you understand the "why" behind structures but also build fluency through use. This combination helps you move beyond textbook Spanish to real communication.
Language and culture are inseparable—understanding cultural context helps you use Spanish appropriately and appreciate the language more deeply. Expert tutors can share insights about Spanish-speaking cultures, explain idioms and expressions that don't translate literally, and help you understand when and how to use formal versus informal speech. This cultural awareness makes you a more effective and respectful communicator.
Your first session is about getting to know each other and understanding your goals. The tutor will assess your current level across reading, writing, speaking, and listening; learn what you want to achieve (whether that's passing a class, preparing for a trip, or building fluency); and start tailoring a plan to your needs. You'll likely do some conversational practice so the tutor can hear your strengths and areas to focus on.
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