This conversational Spanish or English lesson is designed to enhance fluency for students ranging from beginner to advanced levels, specifically for learners aged 13 and above. Each session is not only a chance to practice speaking with energy and positivity through video calls and interactive text documents but also an opportunity to create a personalized profile in my database. During the first lesson, we'll conduct an interview to discuss the student's goals, language background, and preferences. This helps me tailor a customized learning plan for upcoming classes to ensure focused and efficient progress.

Student Level: Beginner to Advanced

Tools: Video Calls and Text

This exercise helps improve speaking, listening, and understanding Spanish. If you need help with Spanish grammar, check out my lessons.

We'll start with a relaxed Spanish conversation. We can talk about:

Movies and science
News and documentaries
Beauty, fashion, and health
Medicine and traditions
Sports and dancing
Technology
Countries and cultures
Food and travel
Social life and family

Thanks for joining the lesson. See you soon!

Tutor Jhon

📗 Spanish Talk Sessions / ELE Tutor: All Levels! 💬

This lesson is open to any student. 

Tools: Video calls, Audio files, Text documents, and presentations. 

This exercise is concerning grammar concepts. It determines how to use the language to communicate: intentions, dreams, and needs that we all require to use with any person and under many situations. 

You may remember if You need an English communication model, You are welcome to check the lesson menu in my Italki profile. 

We will study: writing, listening, reading, speaking, and how to think in English. ( If the student shows to have a good foundation, We can always work in Fluency). 

Thank you for accepting the lesson information. I want to see you soon. 

Tutor Jhon. 

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Esta lección está abierta a cualquier estudiante.

Herramientas: videollamadas, archivos de audio, documentos de texto y presentaciones.

Este ejercicio se refiere a conceptos gramaticales. Determina cómo usar el lenguaje para comunicarse: intenciones, sueños y necesidades que todos necesitamos para usar con cualquier persona y en muchas situaciones.

Puede recordar que si necesita un modelo de comunicación en inglés o practica para hablar, puede consultar el menú de lecciones en mi perfil de Italki.

Estudiaremos como: escribir, escuchar, leer, hablar y pensar en inglés. (Si el alumno demuestra tener una buena base, siempre podemos trabajar en fluidez).

Gracias por aceptar la información de la lección. Quiero verte pronto

Tutor Jhon.

📗 English Grammar + Feedback (Beginner / Advanced) 📚

Open to All Students

Tools: Video Calls, Audio Files, Text Documents, Presentations

If you need Spanish conversation practice, check out the lesson menu on my Italki profile.

The goal of this exercise is to understand grammar rules and improve speaking skills. Here's how we'll do it:

For new grammar concepts:

Learn the theory.
Practice with exercises.
Review and correct errors.
Review theory again, focusing on errors.
Practice using the concept in various scenarios.
Occasionally, review previous grammar rules.


For known concepts:

Practice exercises and look for errors.
Double-check grammar if needed.
Explore new grammar rules.
This exercise helps improve communication skills for expressing intentions, dreams, and needs.

Thank you for joining the lesson. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Tutor Jhon

📕 Spanish Grammar + Feedback: Certified ELE Tutor. 📞

This lesson is open to any student. 

Tools: Video Call and text. 

This exercise is for Fluency, listening, speaking, and general education about the English language. You may remember if You need English structure tutoring, You are welcome to check my grammar lessons.   

To begin with,  I will lead You in a casual, polite, and pleasant English conversation.  The method stimulates the student because It is as random and natural as possible to set a ´´real interaction´´. 

List of the topics We can talk about (Of course, I am okay to speak about other subjects. )  : 

Science or movies 
News  and documentaries 
Beauty / Fashion 
Body / The mind 
Medicine and traditions 
Dancing or sports 
The digital revolution ( Everything about technology ) 
Countries / Cultures 
Tourism and food 
Social life, family, and connections 

Thank you for accepting the lesson information. I want to see you soon. 

Tutor Jhon.

📕 1-on-1 English Talk Sessions 💬

In this course, we’ll explore key areas of Information Technology (IT) while improving your English language skills. 💻

You’ll learn essential tech vocabulary, practice listening to real-world tech scenarios, and work with reading materials that cover topics like computer systems, input/output devices, storage options, and basic software. Through modules like:

Computers Today: Understanding the digital age and how computers function in modern life. 🌐

Input/Output Devices: Learning about keyboards, scanners, and printers. 🖥️🖨️

Storage Devices: Covering everything from flash drives to optical discs. 💾

Basic Software: Exploring operating systems, word processing, and spreadsheet programs. 📊📝

This course is designed to help you confidently communicate in English in IT environments, whether you're discussing computer specs, interacting with technology, or simply navigating digital workspaces. 🚀

📘 English for Tech: Communicate and Collaborate | English for Computer Users & IT Professionals 💻👩🏻‍💻

Hey teens!

Ready to dive into Spanish in a fun way? Join my special classes tailored just for ages 10-18!

Taught by enthusiastic tutor, Jhon, you'll explore Spanish language and culture through interactive sessions. From basic skills to deeper understanding, I make learning enjoyable with games and activities.

Whether you're new to Spanish or want to enhance your skills, these classes are for you. Connect with a native Colombian peer and let's become bilingual buddies!

Don't wait! Sign up now and let's start this exciting journey together!

To join, you should know a little bit of either Spanish or English and be aged 10-18. Can't wait to see you in class!

📘 Fun Spanish Classes (Ages 10-18) with Certified Teacher! 🪐👩🏻‍🎓 For ages 10-18 only. Over 18? Please select another option. 👽

Welcome to my Bilingual Course: Readings & Writings in Hispano-American Literature! This course is designed for those of you at the B1 level and above who are eager to explore the richness of Hispano-American literature through engaging readings and collaborative activities.

Together, we will delve into a diverse selection of texts, including classics and contemporary works like: 

Baile y cochino
Costumbres Mexicanas
El Zarco
Historia de las Indias. Tomo I
Los mártires del Anáhuac
Los parientes ricos
Popol Vuh
Cuentos frágiles
El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha
La celestina
Juanita la larga
La Regenta
Monja y casada, Virgen y Mártir
Selección de poemas Othón
Selección de poemas Acuña
El sí de las niñas
Poemas, Contigo pan y cebolla
Nuestra América
Cuentos de amor
El lobo bobo y la zorra astuta
Celos con celos se curan
América y sus mujeres
Bodas de sangre
Tomochic
El consejo del búho y otros cuentos
El principito
ETC...

Through our readings, you'll enhance your language skills while gaining deeper insights into the cultural and historical contexts of these important literary works.

I invite you to join me for an enriching experience where we read together, discuss, and participate in activities that bring these stories to life!

120 Lessons!

General Activities for the Course:

Guided reading sessions
Vocabulary building
Discussion questions
Character analysis
Theme exploration
Comparative analysis
Creative writing prompts
Writing
Role-playing
Artistic expression
Presentations
Journaling
Book reviews
Cultural research projects
Poetry analysis
Interactive quizzes

📙 Bilingual Course: Readings & Writings in Hispano-American Literature. 🖊️

In this course, we will undertake a comprehensive exploration of phonetics and phonology as they pertain to the Spanish language. As a certified ELE tutor, I invite you to engage in a detailed study of sound systems, articulatory processes, and the theoretical frameworks that underpin the production and perception of speech.

Throughout the course, we will examine key concepts such as the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), phonemic and phonetic transcription, and the rules governing sound combinations in Spanish. We will also delve into the distinctions between various dialects, focusing on how regional variations influence phonetic and phonological patterns.

This course is structured to provide both theoretical insights and practical applications, enabling you to refine your pronunciation skills and deepen your understanding of the Spanish sound system.

Here some activities we will be doing over the course: 

Phonetic Transcription Exercises: Practice transcribing Spanish words using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to improve pronunciation.

Listening and Identification Activities: Identify specific sounds and intonation patterns through audio recordings of native speakers.

Articulation Practice: Engage in guided exercises to practice producing various sounds and phonemes.

Dialect Analysis Discussions: Explore different Spanish dialects and their unique phonological features through presentations.

📓 Spanish Sounds: Exploring Phonetics and Phonology | Certified ELE Tutor  🎵

Welcome to Pragmatics and Discourse Analysis! This course is designed for students interested in exploring the nuances of communication beyond the surface meaning of words. Through engaging lessons, you will learn how context, social interactions, and cultural norms shape language use.


Key Topics Covered:

Understanding speech acts and their implications
Analyzing conversational structures and turn-taking
Exploring politeness strategies and face-threatening acts
Investigating how discourse shapes identity and power dynamics

By the end of this course, you will have a deeper appreciation for the subtleties of human communication and the skills to analyze interactions in various contexts. Join us to enhance your understanding of language as a dynamic tool for expression and connection!

📒 Pragmatics and Discourse Analysis | Certified ELE Tutor  👧🏻💬👦🏻

Hey everyone! I'm excited to invite you to join my English phonetics and phonology course/class. You will be learning about the fascinating world of English sounds, how they're produced, and how they connect to speech. I'll guide you through understanding the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and how it can improve your pronunciation and listening skills. Whether you're new to this or looking to refine your knowledge, we'll explore it all in a fun and engaging way. Can't wait to start this journey with you!

IPA Sound Mapping: We’ll practice identifying and transcribing English sounds using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). This will help you visually connect sounds with symbols.

Pronunciation Drills: We’ll do targeted pronunciation exercises focused on individual phonemes and challenging sound combinations. This will improve both your articulation and fluency.

Minimal Pair Exercises: We'll practice distinguishing between similar sounds by focusing on pairs of words that differ by just one phoneme, like “bit” vs. “beat,” to sharpen your listening skills.

Phonetic Transcription of Sentences: We’ll transcribe spoken sentences into IPA symbols, helping you gain a deeper understanding of sound patterns and rhythm in natural speech.

Phonology in Conversation: We’ll analyze real-life conversations, paying attention to stress, intonation, and connected speech patterns, to help you sound more natural in everyday English communication.

📓 English Sounds: Mastering Phonetics and Phonology | TESOL Certified Instructor 🎤

Time management: Earning any kind of certification requires excellent time management skills. You need to balance your studies with work, family, and personal commitments, which can be challenging. However, with proper planning, you can make it work.

Language proficiency: To earn a Spanish teaching certification, you need to have an advanced level of proficiency in Spanish. This means that you need to have a solid understanding of the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of the language.

Pedagogical knowledge: Teaching English to non-native speakers is a unique challenge that requires specialized knowledge. To earn a TESOL certificate, you need to have pedagogical knowledge, which means understanding the principles and methods of teaching. This includes knowing how to design lesson plans, assess student progress, and address learning difficulties.

Cultural sensitivity: When teaching English to speakers of other languages, it's essential to be aware of cultural differences!

I'm studying Licenciatura en Lenguas Extranjeras con Énfasis en Inglés y Francés at Universidad Santiago de Cali. This program trains us to teach English and French, focusing on language teaching methods, cultural understanding, and effective communication skills. We dive into linguistics, pedagogy, and practical language skills, all geared toward becoming well-prepared, culturally aware language educators.

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Since July 16, 2020, I’ve been teaching on Italki, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with students from all around the world, helping them improve their language skills. The diversity of learners has broadened my teaching methods and deepened my understanding of different cultures. Each lesson is an opportunity to learn and grow, and I’m grateful for the experience and all the connections I’ve made along the way.

In 2023, I began a 60-hour practicum as a teaching intern at a local school, where I developed and delivered language lessons. I worked closely with experienced teachers, honing my skills in creating engaging and effective lessons while adapting my approach to meet the diverse needs of students. Due to my performance, I was accepted again in 2024, completing an additional 60 hours, for a total of around 120 hours. This hands-on experience has significantly enhanced my teaching techniques.