From PeruLiving in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (12:33 UTC+04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 1, 2021
InterestsArtTravelFilms & TV Series
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile! My name is Marilú, and I was born in Peru in South America, but currently, I reside in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. I am a certified Spanish teacher and copyeditor, and I also hold a university degree in Communication. I have a Master's in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language and over 4 years of experience teaching this language.
I speak English and am currently learning Arabic, so I understand the challenges you may encounter when learning a new language. Let me tell you that I am passionate about cinema, literature, and learning about different cultures.
Me as a Teacher
As a teacher I will focus on your goals and interests to design personalized exercises and classes for you. However, I follow the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) contents according to your level. I have different materials for all levels and objectives. I am patient, motivating and I really enjoy teaching and helping others.
My lessons & teaching style
I offer you two types of classes:
1. Regular classes: in which we will address topics of grammar, vocabulary, culture and communication skills. We will use a textbook according to your level, but with personalized extra material according to your interests. We will practice all language skills: listening comprehension, reading comprehension, speaking and writing.
2. Conversation classes: Depending on your level and interests, we will choose topics and news that are attractive to you and that allow us to practice your Spanish. At the end of each session I will give you a summary with your strengths and weaknesses and I will explain to you in a simple and clear way how you can improve.
My teaching material
Presentation slides/PPT
Video files
Quizzes
Homework Assignments
Articles and news
PDF file
Audio files
Test templates and examples
Flashcards
Certificates
Grammar in teaching Spanish as a foreign language - El Tulipán - 2021
Certificate verified
Enseñanza del Español como Legua Extranjera ELE - Instituto Hemingway - 2021
Certificate verified
Curso Integral de Corrección de Estilo - Escuela de Edición de Lima - 2021
Certificate verified
Curso para preparadores del SIELE - Instituto Cervantes - 2021
Certificate verified
Education
2022 - 2024
Master's - Enseñanza de Español como Lengua ExtranjeraUNIR
2015 - 2020
Bachelor’s - CommunicationUniversidad de Lima
Work Experience
2022 - Current
Tutora de español para inmigrantesASILIM - Madrid, Spain
5.0
Rating
57
Students
662
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
57
Students
662
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
27 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Conversation lesson
A2 - C2Conversation118 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 10% off
Regular classes
A1 - C2Language Essentials504 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 15% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
40 Reviews
Jack
66 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've just finished another excellent lesson with Marilu and I could not sing her praises more highly! I have been studying with her for 16 months now and have gone from a complete beginner to someone who can hold conversations and express ideas (although I've still got a long way to go!). Even after a year of studying, Marilu keeps the lessons interesting and engaging, which as an English teacher myself, I know from experience is not easy. If you are looking for someone who takes the time to understand your strengths and weaknesses, creates personalised lesson materials and keeps you engaged and motivated, I would highly recommend that you learn from her. Her classes have had a significant impact on my Spanish journey and my attitude to learning languages as a whole :)
Aug 29, 2022
Doree Lecaros
11 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Marilu is a kind, prepared teacher who uses each minute of the class in a productive way. As an advanced Spanish student, she targets each lesson to a specific language goal and I am expanding my Spanish horizons. I learn several new things in each lesson.
Jun 28, 2021
Monique
58 Spanish lessons
Always an amazing class with Marilu! She always brings creative and different topics to discuss. Never a dull moment with Marilu. Highly recommend Marilu as a teacher if you're looking to level up your Spanish or make a new friend as your Spanish teacher.
Aug 2, 2024
Thorsten
46 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Marilu is a very kind and professional teacher. She is always prepared and willing to explain culture and language that is not understood. As an absolute beginner in learning Spanish, I had no problem to understand her explanations in Spanish from the first lesson. She always finds a way to make me perfectly understand her explanations. The material that she prepares for each lesson is easy to understand, yet on a level that improves the knowledge about the language. After the lesson she sends a summary of what has been learned, which gives the opportunity to go over the material we worked on during class. If you are looking for a super friendly and easy going, yet professional Spanish teacher who is willing to share both cultural insight and her own experience, look no further. She is the teacher for you!
Sep 6, 2021
Monique
58 Spanish lessons
Always an amazing class with Marilu. She's very funny and always brings an interesting perspective. I've done a lot of Spanish classes but I always find Marilu's classes have a way of expanding my knowledge/learning - which is awesome.