Five Ways Spanish Tutoring Can Help Your Child

Ironically, the ultimate goal of private tutoring (as a supplement to classroom instruction) is for a student to not need tutoring anymore! As a tutor, I work to develop in a student the necessary skills and strategies for him or her to become an independent learner. Keeping this in mind, here are five ways that tutoring can help.

Targeted Explanations – Working one-on-one, a professional tutor can easily assess where a student needs more elucidation and can bring it about in a way that is geared specifically to that student. Whether I find a simple misunderstanding or a larger gap in knowledge, my sessions with a student can make the difference between falling further behind and succeeding.

Extra Practice – In many subjects, extra practice is often the missing link in mastery. But in learning a second language in particular, this goes further than just extra practice in vocabulary, grammar, or study skills. I try to include Spanish conversation in every session, whether or not it is “needed” for a homework assignment or upcoming test. In this way, I hope that my student will enjoy experiencing Spanish, which makes everything else that much easier.

A New Voice – Unlike a teacher or parent, a tutor is not expected to give grades or critique behavior. I take full advantage of this neutral role and unique opportunity to encourage students to try new strategies and to do their best.

Confidence Building – Self-confidence is gained through increasing mastery of a subject and the development of learning strategies. I always encourage my students to not only see their progress in improving grades, but to realize they’re on the road to independent learning.

Tips for Studying – Most tutors have a wealth of knowledge in how to learn, study, and take tests. I often give suggestions on how to best utilize class time, as well as how to develop strategies for self-study. For example, I emphasize showing a student how to develop mnemonic aids for remembering vocabulary, verb conjugations, and grammatical concepts.

All in all, I hope that my tutoring helps a student to see Spanish not as a mechanical exercise, but as a fun, exciting ticket to another culture!

Professional Tutor – Tricia Idrobo

Livingston Spanish Tutoring and Instruction

Looking for a Spanish tutor who is effective and understanding? I am a NJ certified teacher of Spanish with many years of experience teaching middle school, high school and adult students. I will come to your home and provide extra help or supplementary instruction in Spanish.  For more information and rates, click here

Middle school and High school students –

Help with homework

Extra help with lessons or before tests

National Spanish Exam preparation

Spanish SAT subject test preparation

AP Spanish test preparation

Adults

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Spanish individual instruction

Spanish for travel

extra help for college students

Preparation for Praxis II Spanish exam

Spanish Instruction in Livingston, NJ

Tutoring, Small Group Classes, Workplace Spanish, Family Spanish, Spanish for  Senior Citizens

Learn conversational Spanish in a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere. We use stories, fun activities, and conversation to learn Spanish for travel or to talk to people in the community. Instructor: Tricia Idrobo, NJ Certified Teacher of Spanish  Click here for more information. For Fall 2014 schedule of classes and registration form, click here.  We serve Livingston, NJ, East Hanover, Florham Park, South Orange, West Orange, Roseland, the Caldwells, and surrounding areas.