My name is Sergio
I am a graduate of the Los Andes University (Venezuela) majoring with Honours in Accountancy and Business Management in 2000.
During my studies I worked for an organisation called Christian Outreach International in Mérida, Venezuela, firstly as a local guide for American students studying in the Institute then after three months I was given training as a teacher of Spanish for native English speakers. Their ages ranged from school children to retired people and the course was structured to teach Spanish to missionaries in South America.
As well as classroom teaching, my responsibilities included course structuring, lesson preparation, and organising external leisure activities. In addition I was called on to provide interpretation services for the Institute.
After three years of teaching I produced my own booklet for teaching Spanish to beginners called “Manual Práctico de Español, nivel básico e intermedio”. This is a basic level workbook for beginners and covered mainly practical exercises with some grammar. My brother and I co-operated on writing and producing a more advanced level follow on book.
The courses were designed to combine book learning, together with practical experiences such as game cards, didactic games, brainstorming, and flash cards.
Continuous assessment and examinations were also set and marked by me.
I have an outward going personality, and am conscientious, reliable, and focusing on my students.
I have also achieved a distinction pass in Bookkeeping and have been elected an Associate of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, I am therefore able to teach Business Spanish.
So!
If you want to learn, or improve your Spanish, I offer one to one tuition or groups of up to three students.
GENERAL AND BUSINESS SPANISH
The needs of people wanting to learn Spanish are varied. Some wish to learn the language for holidays or relationships and even cultural reasons.
Others need to acquire a proficiency in Spanish for business or professional reasons.
As a native Spanish speaker I can tutor students in a relaxed and enjoyable way.
I am also an Accountant by profession and understand the needs of business students.
So whether you are a total beginner; without any knowledge, or maybe you want to improve your language skills to a more advanced level then look no further.
ASSESSMENTS
The first lesson will be to evaluate the linguistic skills and specific needs of the student, the results of a short test will be discussed and a suitable course and length of study will be decided on.
During the course, regular oral and written assessments will be made to ensure that a satisfactory rate of progress is being achieved.
WHERE?
I am very flexible about where the lessons are held. Either you can come to my place or I can travel to your home or office.
FEES
One to One Tuition
Where | £* |
My place | 17 |
Your place (home or office) | 22 |
*The above rates are per hour
Groups of up to 3 people
| Where | £ (2 0r 3 people)* |
My place
| 30 |
Your place (home or office) | 40 |
*The above rates are per one hour and a half
IMPORTANT: Payment in full will be required for cancelations made with less than 24 hours notice.
TEACHING MATERIAL
I provide all the learning material, such as work books, homework, etc that you will need to use in every class.
CONVERSATIONAL GROUPS
The conversational groups are designed for intermediate and avanced level students.
The topics will vary from session to session but can include travel, holidays, business, entertainment etc.
I propose that each session has a minimum group of 6 people and held once a month, with each session lasting 2 hours. The group will agree the times and dates.
Please do not be afraid of joining these sessions, they are not a test, but will give greater confidence in speaking Spanish with other people.
Therefore, if you are interested, please let me know and I will write your name on a list, so when I get a group together I will contact you.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
My teaching technique is not only confined to the four walls of a classroom, I encourage outdoors activities in order to make lessons more interesting and challenging, such as:
BARBECUES
MUSEUMS & EXHIBITIONS
CINEMAS
WHO SAYS LEARNING IS BORING?
Well, not in my lessons! In addition to the usual well-tried teaching methods, I encourage my students to watch films and to listen to music, in Spanish so they can obtain a wide range of accents and experiences in a relaxed but lively atmosphere.
THE CLASSROOM
