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Varsity Tutors can help students of all ages enroll in a Minneapolis Spanish course, whether you're an undergraduate at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, a freshman at South Senior High School, a student at another area school, or seeking language skills for professional or personal reasons. Many schools require students to take foreign language credits to fulfill a general education requirement, and Spanish is a popular choice. However, learning a new language is a challenging task, and many students choose to utilize resources outside of the classroom in order to achieve their language learning goals. While a traditional classroom may allow you to study vocabulary and grammar, it doesn't always provide students the proper forum to practice and apply their skills in real life situations.
Spanish is an increasingly popular language in the United States, with over 45 million people speaking it as either their native or second language. Across the globe, there are more than 430 million native Spanish speakers, and it is the official language of countries such as Spain, Mexico, Argentina, and Ecuador. Given its popularity, more and more businesses are seeking bilingual employees who can engage with a diverse population. Our era of technological growth has helped foster the rapid spread of information and culture from continent to continent. The popularity of the Spanish language throughout the world means that you may have an easier time communicating and bonding with others during your travels. Also, learning a new language is a great way to open yourself up to unique cultural experiences by diversifying the way you engage with the world.
Whether you're an undergraduate at Augsburg University struggling in Spanish I, a professional looking to expand your job skills, or simply seeking personal enrichment, Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a Minneapolis Spanish course that's right for you. Spanish classes can accommodate all levels of proficiency.
What are some skills an instructor might review in a Minneapolis Spanish class?
Mastering a new language is a complex and challenging task. Whether you're just beginning or have been studying Spanish for a few years, it's common to lack the confidence needed to engage casually with others. Each language has a variety of nuances that may contradict the rules and grammar of your native language. Spanish is considered one of the most natural languages for a native English speaker to learn. While the grammar and sentence structure differs from English, they are considered more straightforward. During your studies, you will be introduced to written accents that indicate where the emphasis falls on a word when it is pronounced. Learning how these accents affect the pronunciation of words will enhance your speaking skills, helping you to sound more like a native speaker.
If you are having trouble with gendered nouns, verb conjugations, or general pronunciation, Spanish lessons can help accelerate your learning by providing you with an interactive forum to speak colloquially with other learners, while also allowing you to practice your reading and writing skills. Learning a new language can seem like an impossible challenge. Varsity Tutors can enroll you in an online course in less than 24 hours to help you receive the support you need.
How will a Minneapolis Spanish course help me learn?
A Minneapolis Spanish class is taught entirely online in an interactive classroom and led by a qualified Spanish instructor. One of the biggest challenges many individuals face when learning a new language is finding a forum to practice what they are learning verbally. Participating in an online course means that you will have the opportunity to exercise your skills with other learners. Our online platform allows you to interact in real time, meaning you can troubleshoot, practice conversational speaking, and receive immediate feedback from a fluent Spanish speaker. Regular exposure to a new language helps increase retention of skills like pronunciation and vocabulary, so it's essential to seek out a type of assistance that can fully immerse you in Spanish.
Studying in a group has many benefits, especially when it comes to language learning. During your sessions, you will have the opportunity to learn from other classmates, as well as help other classmates who might be at a lower proficiency level. Helping others has the potential to strengthen your own understanding and retention of the material. Enrolling in a Minneapolis Spanish class provides you with a built-in social network that is essential when it comes to speaking a new language. Practicing flash cards and repeating words back to an automated voice on the computer can help to build some foundational vocabulary knowledge, but speaking a new language with others is a great way to learn context, troubleshoot, and apply words to real-life scenarios. Also, each language has a distinct sonic flair that is brought to life in conversation, with certain words requiring emphasis or emotion. Studying with others is a great way to tap into the life of a language.
If you find yourself struggling with particular subjects, our Spanish courses allow you to schedule one-on-one time with your instructor to focus on your areas of need. Throughout the duration of your Spanish lessons, you may find your areas of opportunity shifting. Working individually with an instructor is a great way to receive clarification on current class materials, or to help build connections between different parts of the language. These courses are intended to provide you with many avenues to success in your pursuit of Spanish proficiency.
How can I enroll in a Minneapolis Spanish course?
Learning a new language is not a simple task for even the most ardent individuals. If you're a senior at Henry Senior High School, an undergraduate at Macalester College, or a working professional, Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a Minneapolis Spanish course that can accommodate all levels of proficiency. Whether you're just looking to fulfill a general education requirement or dream of wandering the streets of Barcelona while conversing casually with locals, we are confident that our courses can help invigorate your language learning. Our educational consultants are standing by, ready to answer your questions and get you started in a Spanish class.
Courtney: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...schoolers at the MN Internship Center and worked with students of all ages from elementary schoolers to adults at the non-profit program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of mine is the summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant at the International Education Center in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor...
Education & Certification
- Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Latin
- SAT Subject Test in Spanish
- Middle School
- +122 subjects
Meghan: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...English in China. I then was a middle school ESL teacher for three years. I've worked with students of all ages from Kindergarten to PhD level. I believe in teaching to the whole student and I enjoy hands-on learning activities to make learning more fun and interactive. I recognize the fact that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I speak some Spanish and Chinese and love learning about other cultures.... I believe in teaching the whole student. I like to use interactive and hands-on strategies to tutor students. I also acknowledge that different students have different learning styles, and the most effective way to teach a student is to cater to their learning style.
Education & Certification
- University of Northwestern — St. Paul - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- High School English
- English
- Special Education
- +40 subjects
Jayme: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...to many different age groups from children to retired adults. I also have three years of experience teaching languages through an online platform. I love language and this has driven me to be a very passionate teacher. I believe that patience and realistic goal setting are key in creating a positive and enjoyable learning environment. In addition, every student learns in a different way. I work hard to figure out how my students learn best...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin - River Falls - Bachelors, Spanish
- Universidad de Costa Rica - Masters, TESOL
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Summer
- High School English
- Test Prep
- +15 subjects
Peter: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...or Reading sections of the ACT? Having trouble understanding the novel you're reading for class? Worry no more! I can help you with all of that. I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in English from the University of Utah with a focus on narrative studies. I am currently pursuing an M.A. in Education from Augsburg College. My hobbies include rock climbing, attending concerts, playing soccer, and writing short stories. Let's do this!... First, I would spend 5-10 minutes getting to know my student. Finding common ground and learning about each other is a great way to establish a tutor-student team that is ready to tackle anything.
Education & Certification
- University of Utah - Bachelors, English
- Augsburg College - Current Grad Student, Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- College World History
- US History
- Creative Writing
- +23 subjects
Paul: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
I would describe myself as happy, upbeat and zealous for life. I am excited about the present and the future and therefore typically in a good mood and motivated for life. I have over ten years of teaching experience where most of it has been in Beijing, China. I have been tutoring students privately primarily in math and science. My undergraduate degree is in Electrical Engineering. My Master's Degree is in International Education. ... My educational philosophy in brief is to engage students in an educational, fun and disciplined learning environment that liberates students to gain knowledge and skills to be used throughout their lives. I believe in differentiating instruction to meet the students learning level, learning style and abilities.
Education & Certification
- Minnesota State University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering B.S.
- Framingham State University - Masters, Masters Degree in International Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- AP Economics
- Graduate Test Prep
- OAT
- +85 subjects
Thressa: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...I completed a year of service with Minnesota Reading Corps as an elementary school literacy tutor. Now I work as a preschool teacher in a Spanish-English dual immersion preschool; I co-teach a class of 17 three and four year olds. Beyond academics, I love to bike around the Twin Cities, find new nooks to explore, read, and practice yoga. I've traveled to Mexico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Panama, and hope to see more of Central and...
Education & Certification
- Hamline University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Concordia University-Saint Paul - Master of Arts, Early Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Reading
- Psychology
- Math
- +45 subjects
Emma: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...Spanish writing assignments and essays. Although I'm not an official English writing tutor, I'm a very confident writer and have helped many friends grow their interdisciplinary writing skills--whether on a research paper, college essay or creative piece. If you're a high school student that wants to prepare for the expectations of collegiate-level academic writing, we might be a perfect match. I'm incredibly passionate about the subjects I teach and I want my students to feel...
Education & Certification
- Gustavus Adolphus College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- High School English
- AP Human Geography
- Spanish 3
- +28 subjects
Steve: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...study skills (including designing a very successful study skills program), ACT test prep and leadership. Typically, students that I work with show immediate gains in their subject area. Students I work with will work hard--but we will also have a good time and laugh a lot as we work to meet your goals. When I'm not tutoring, you can usually find me exploring the Cities on my bike, playing sports or experimenting in the kitchen.
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota - Bachelor in Arts, English & Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Algebra 2
- SAT
- ASVAB
- +74 subjects
Erica: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...have a year's worth of tutoring experience in the St. Paul Public School system. Over the course of my freshman year at the U, I tutored middle school students at Murray Middle School in Geometry and Algebra. I have extensive research and writing experience as well. In my final semester at the U, I wrote a 50+ page senior thesis on Western media's depiction of migration, which gave me invaluable research and writing skills. I've also...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Global Studies and Public & Nonprofit Management
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Macroeconomics
- ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
- World Religions
- +85 subjects
Samantha: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...a lifelong passion for learning that I can't keep to myself. I feel joy when I share things I learn with others. I am an effective tutor because I listen to students' needs and concerns, and I understand that learning is a process and that people have different learning styles, strengths, and interests. Tutoring is a blend of what you know, what you can articulate to the student, and what their needs are. I seek...
Education & Certification
- Beloit College - Bachelors, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Spanish 4
- Study Skills and Organization
- College English
- +25 subjects
Fiona: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...me appreciate our brains even more. Following graduation, I traveled to Playa Samara, Costa Rica to become EFL/ESL certified and it was one of the best experiences I have had. I enjoyed getting to know all my students and their strengths as well as implementing both the new teaching techniques I learned in the program and the teaching techniques I learned in my neuroscience and psychology classes (including many language learning theories). Because of my...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Crookston - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Conversational Spanish for Adults
- Essay Editing
- Writing
- +26 subjects
Cassie: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...strengths and interests and incorporating them to make their learning interactive and enjoyable. I spent this past year working in an alternative high school, providing academic tutoring and emotional support to students. I am well versed in high school curriculum, including Pre-Algebra, Biology, US History, and Spanish. I currently provide additional support to students during this time of distance learning, including students in grades K-8. In my free time, I enjoy taking bike rides, cooking...
Education & Certification
- Luther College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Pre-Algebra
- Math
- English
- +31 subjects
Michael: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...my four months in Chile, I could call myself a confident, fluent Spanish speaker, writer, and reader. My favorite subjects to teach are Spanish I and II. These levels are the building blocks of Spanish, and, as such, allow for more mistakes to be made and more fun to be had. I want my students to enjoy learning the language and realize that it is a life skill, not just a school subject. If a...
Education & Certification
- Saint Johns University - Bachelor in Arts, Hispanic Studies
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Spanish 3
- Languages
- English
- +9 subjects
Athena: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...in a Spanish immersion program, and have never taken a break from learning Spanish! I have experience tutoring college students from beginners just starting out to 4th years who have already mastered the language. I have spent 5 months living in Santiago, Chile and another 3 months teaching 9th and 10th graders English. I understand that learning a language can be one of the most challenging subjects a student can take, but I also believe...
Education & Certification
- Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Spanish 4
- Spanish 2
- AP Spanish Literature and Culture
- +5 subjects
Dr. Kara: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
I have been an educator for over 25 years. I have experience teaching and leading in three countries and I am fluent in English and Spanish. I hold a Master of Education and a Doctorate in Education as well.
Education & Certification
- University of St Thomas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- University of Minnesota-Rochester - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Other
- PRAXIS
- Spanish 4
- +19 subjects
Taylor: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...philosophy is that you're never too old or too young to learn. Therefore I like to better my tutoring by focusing on the best way to relate to students of different ages and levels because we don't all learn the same. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy sports. I am an avid fan of college and professional basketball, and I play soccer on adult recreational teams. I also, play the guitar and piano, and I love...
Education & Certification
- Coe College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
- Ashford University - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- High School English
- Spanish 2
- Spanish 1
- +13 subjects
Elise: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...my experience was teaching abroad in Mexico and South Korea. I love working with people from different backgrounds and cultures. I currently work as a Learning & Development Specialist, so I am always looking for new ways to help people learn. My greatest strengths when it comes to tutoring are that I have a unique perspective; I love to think outside the box and find new ways to help students of different backgrounds and learning...
Education & Certification
- Providence College - Bachelors, Intercultural Studies & TESOL
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Elementary School Reading
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Writing
- +14 subjects
Linnea: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary and phonics goals, as well as language-related content goals (science, math, social studies, etc) in order to improve test-taking skills. While learning, we try to keep things fun with TPR movements, music, mnemonics, game-style learning activities, etc., as it helps our brain remember when we feel at ease. However, I also keep high expectations so students grow as much as possible. That's why my students feel proud of their accomplishments -...
Education & Certification
- Bethel University - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Greek
- Essay Editing
- 3rd Grade ELA (in Spanish)
- +49 subjects
Angela: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...up living there for 9 years. I studied and worked there and when I returned to the USA I continued to use Spanish while conducting imports and exports to Latin America. I recently moved back to the USA from Mexico where I was teaching English and remodeling an old Hacienda. I have a masters in elementary education and have taught one on one tutoring for the last 20 years in English and Spanish. I hope...
Education & Certification
- University of Saint Thomas - Bachelors, Political Science and Verbal Communication
- College of Saint Catherine - Masters, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- ESL/ELL
- AP Spanish Literature and Culture
- English
- +5 subjects
Danae: Minneapolis Spanish course instructor
...is actually what led me to become interested in working as a tutor for Varsity Tutors. The subjects I am most interested in tutoring are math, Spanish, and ACT prep. Education has always been important to me, and I love sharing it with others. I love seeing that others are passionate about a particular topic, even if it isn’t something I’m necessarily interested in. I would describe my tutoring style as laid back, but goal-oriented....
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Spanish
- Pre-Algebra
- Algebra
- Reading
- +27 subjects