Celeste

Academic History

PhD. in Languages, Texts, and Contexts at University of Granada (Spain) – thesis submitted

MA in Arab and Hebrew Cultures at University of Granada (Spain) – 9 over 10

MA in Education and MFL at University of Granada (Spain) – 9 over 10

BA Comparative Literature at University of Granada (Spain) – 7,7 over 10

Bachillerato in Humanities at I.E.S. Salduba (San Pedro Alcantara, Spain)

About Me

We all have different ways to learn. I believe the best tutoring method is the one that works better for the student. Learning languages can be challenging but also an amazing way to discover new cultures. In my experience, by using a mix of visual, reading, writing, and speaking approach you can achieve the best. The learning process requires patience, perseverance and interest. Tutoring is teamwork.

Recent tuition

Spanish GCSE

I tutored a student in her GCSE Spanish level. We worked on the subject over a nine month period. She was a high-achieving student with a great passion for languages. Her goal was to achieve the top marks in her exams. We practised three times a week all the skills and we paid special attention to the speaking skills in order to boost her confidence. She is currently studying MFL abroad.

Spanish GCSE

I tutored a student in Spanish. We worked on the subject for over three years. She is a great student, a very hard worker and committed to the learning process. She has learning difficulties and is currently preparing for her Spanish GCSE Advanced level. In order to teach her, I used different resources including visual and differentiated activities. Her main problem area was time management. I taught her how to complete the exam in the most effective way.

Spanish

I tutored a student in Spanish. We worked on the subject for almost a two year period. She started with an A2 Spanish level and she became very fluent in Spanish. Her goal was to be able to use the Spanish language in her job to get promoted. She needed less than a year to achieve that goal but she decided to carry on with the tuition because it was a great way to keep practising in a formal environment. She achieved a B2-C1 level in a short period of time; she was a hard working student. Her main problem area was past tenses, but she loved learning grammar and I taught her how and when to use them through examples and visual activities.

Spanish – Speaking Skills (Business)

I tutored a student in Spanish. We worked on the subject over a six month period. She was looking to improve her speaking skills in order to be able to carry on with her job in the international political sphere. Even though she was really good with her grammar skills, she needed support in her pronunciation and speaking rhythm. In addition, she wanted to learn cultural strategies and social skills in order to have a better approach to her job. We practised formal and colloquial speaking techniques and I taught her the cultural basis for Spain and Latin America. She achieved her goal in her job.

Literary Theory in Spanish

I taught a small group of Hispanic Philology students while I worked as a Lecturer at the University in Prague. I worked with them during one semester. I taught the lesson in Spanish and they learned how to analyse a literary text with different techniques. The group got A levels in their essays and final projects.

Hobbies

In my free time, I enjoy reading and travelling, as well as academic research in the field of languages and culture. As a Spanish teacher, I particularly enjoy exploring stories, myths, and narratives, and sharing this curiosity with my students. I aim to create a friendly and supportive learning environment where students feel confident using Spanish and developing their language skills.

Testimonials

“Hola Celeste, Just also wanted to say that you have been an amazing tutor, and I absolutely loved the lessons and the way you teach! As you are probably aware it was a rocky start with this course, and ever since you took over I have been able to enjoy the lessons a lot more. I have definitely learnt a lot and will continue to learn more Spanish (somehow!) 🙂 I wish you all the best with everything and, I hope you get to teach our next course!”

Former Spanish student: Spanish beginner, Level 1