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Vicente

Bachelor's
2+ years of tutoring

As a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University, I bring over 10 years of tutoring and classroom experience across a wide spectrum of subject...

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Cornell University

Bachelor's

Kathleen

Master's/Graduate
2+ years of tutoring

I have been working in public schools for 12 years; for two years, I worked as a College Adviser, and for the other 10, I have been an English teacher. I am passionate about reading and writing, but I...

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Brown University

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Dickinson College

Bachelor's

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
1+ years of tutoring

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 mon...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
9+ years of tutoring

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) ...

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Nova Southeastern University

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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and...

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University of Chicago

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Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
6+ years of tutoring

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am ...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
1+ years of tutoring

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have...

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Harvard University

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Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
1+ years of tutoring

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Yale University

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Earnest

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
10+ years of tutoring

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University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Pennsylvania

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Frequently Asked Questions

Verb conjugation is notoriously difficult at this level because students must master preterite and imperfect tenses—two ways to express past actions that don't exist in English. A tutor can break down conjugation patterns systematically, starting with high-frequency verbs (ir, ser, hacer, estar) and showing how irregular forms follow hidden patterns. Rather than memorizing tables, tutors help students recognize conjugation families and practice through meaningful contexts—like telling stories about weekend activities—so the patterns stick naturally.

In a classroom of 25+ students, each learner gets only minutes of actual speaking time per class. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, students spend the entire session speaking and listening in Spanish—asking questions, responding to prompts, and receiving immediate feedback on pronunciation and grammar. Tutors can adjust difficulty in real-time, encouraging students to push beyond their comfort zone while building confidence in conversation that's impossible in a group setting.

Cramming vocabulary lists doesn't work—students forget 80% within days. Research on retrieval practice shows that spacing out reviews over time and testing yourself repeatedly (rather than re-reading) dramatically improves retention. A tutor uses this science by weaving vocabulary into conversations, stories, and contextual activities where words appear multiple times across sessions, plus assigning spaced-repetition practice between lessons so new words move into long-term memory.

Accent marks in Spanish aren't random—they follow specific rules about word stress that students need to understand, not just memorize. A tutor explains that accents mark which syllable to emphasize (café vs. cafe) and shows how they change meaning in some words (sí = yes, si = if). With personalized instruction, students hear native-like pronunciation modeled repeatedly, practice saying words aloud, and get corrective feedback on stress patterns that textbooks alone can't provide.

Many 8th graders translate every word mentally, which is slow and breaks comprehension. Tutors teach students to recognize cognates (palabras = words), use context clues, and build reading stamina with age-appropriate materials—short stories, news articles for learners, or graphic novels in Spanish. By reading passages aloud together and discussing meaning rather than individual words, tutors help students develop the fluency needed to understand Spanish at natural reading speed.

Language doesn't exist in a vacuum—understanding Spanish-speaking cultures helps students grasp idioms, humor, and communication styles that grammar lessons alone can't teach. A tutor weaves cultural elements naturally into lessons: discussing how different Spanish-speaking countries celebrate holidays differently, exploring why certain expressions are used, or reading about influential Spanish-speaking figures. This context makes the language feel real and relevant, not just academic exercises.

8th grade Spanish classes often include students ranging from complete beginners to near-fluent speakers, making it hard for teachers to meet everyone's needs. A tutor assesses where each student actually stands—not just their grade level—and customizes instruction accordingly. A struggling student might focus on foundational verb patterns and vocabulary building, while an advanced student works on subjunctive mood or reading novels in Spanish, ensuring everyone progresses from their actual starting point.

Absolutely. A tutor can review homework assignments, clarify confusing grammar concepts from class, and help students prepare for unit tests and cumulative exams. Rather than just giving answers, tutors work through problems with students, identifying patterns in their mistakes—like consistently conjugating preterite verbs incorrectly—and targeting those weak spots. This approach builds understanding so students can tackle similar problems independently on actual tests.

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