I am a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University pursuing an M.S. in Education through the International Teaching and Global Leadership program with a focus on Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). I earned my B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Oregon, with a concentration in Sociolinguistics and Second Language Acquisition, a minor in Spanish, and a certificate in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT). My academic background has given me a strong foundation in...
I am a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University pursuing an M.S. in Education through the International Teaching and Global Leadership program with a focus on Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). I earned my B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Oregon, with a concentration in Sociolinguistics and Second Language Acquisition, a minor in Spanish, and a certificate in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT). My academic background has given me a strong foundation in language acquisition, pronunciation, grammar, bilingualism, and effective language-teaching methods.
I have several years of experience working with language learners in both classroom and small-group settings. At Lane Community College's adult ESL program, I worked with intermediate English learners on conversation, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, and grammar. I have designed and led speaking and pronunciation activities, provided individualized support, and adapted instruction for learners with different language backgrounds and proficiency levels.
I also have experience supporting Spanish-language instruction and have worked with students ranging from elementary school through high school, college students, and adult learners. As a bilingual Spanish and English speaker with formal training in linguistics and second language teaching, I can help students not only understand what is correct, but also understand how and why the language works.
My tutoring approach is conversational, supportive, and tailored to each student's goals. For Spanish and ESL students, I incorporate real-world conversation, targeted grammar and vocabulary practice, pronunciation support, and structured feedback. I adjust lessons depending on whether a student is preparing for a course or exam, improving conversational fluency, strengthening academic skills, or simply becoming more confident using the language.
