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Kelly E.

5.0 (219 ratings)

631 hours tutoring

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Spanish Tutor for All Ages
Spanish Tutor for All Ages
Kelly E.

5.0 (219 ratings)

631 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (219 ratings)

631 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Kelly

Bio

Hi! I fell in love with Spanish over a decade ago and now enjoy guiding others to better understand it themselves. While completing my Bachelor's degrees in Linguistics and Spanish at the University of California at Santa Barbara, I studied for a year in southern Spain at the Universidad de Granada, taking courses alongside local Spanish college students and living with Spanish roommates. My daily life in Spain exposed me to continuous dynamic conversation, and my classes at home and abroad...

Hi! I fell in love with Spanish over a decade ago and now enjoy guiding others to better understand it themselves. While completing my Bachelor's degrees in Linguistics and Spanish at the University of California at Santa Barbara, I studied for a year in southern Spain at the Universidad de Granada, taking courses alongside local Spanish college students and living with Spanish roommates. My daily life in Spain exposed me to continuous dynamic conversation, and my classes at home and abroad delved thoroughly into the mechanics of Spanish. My goal is to set students on the path to proficiency so they, like me, can converse freely with native speakers, compose strong academic essays, enjoy Spanish-language media, and generally feel comfortable making the language their own.

An important step in my personal Spanish learning experience was adjusting my expectations for what Spanish should sound like. I now use my training in phonetics to help students overcome this hurdle to listening comprehension and fluent speech. I break down vocabulary and grammatical topics so they are clear and intuitive, and I shape my lessons to best meet each student's learning goals.

I have tutored students of all ages, from elementary-school children to high schoolers to adults, and I have done so in various formats, from creating my own curriculum to assisting students with their homework to stepping in as a conversation partner. My qualifications include Advanced-Mid levels of speaking and writing proficiency according to ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) as well as passing CSET and WEST-E subject competency exams for language teachers in the states of California and Washington, respectively. Spanish and teaching are strong passions of mine, and I hope my enthusiasm shines through in our sessions.

Feel free to send me a message if I sound like a good fit, and let's schedule a lesson together!

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Education

University of California at Santa Barbara
Spanish, Linguistics
Seattle Pacific University
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Corporate Training

Grammar,

Grammar

If you are looking for assistance in making sense of Spanish grammar, I am here to help. My degrees in Spanish and Linguistics have trained me to understand, break down, and explain grammatical structures, particularly for Spanish. Many of the hardest rules for students to master come from a distinction we don't typically think about in English (ser/estar, preterite/imperfect, indicative/subjunctive, etc.), and I can help you or your child grow comfortable with these and other topics. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Spanish

Spanish

¡Hola! I hold Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, and from 2017 to 2018, I lived and studied alongside local Spanish college students in Granada, Spain, taking courses toward my degrees at the Universidad de Granada. I have passed all CSET exams required of Spanish teachers in the state of California as well as the WEST-E exam for language teachers in the state of Washington, and, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), I am an Advanced-level Spanish speaker and writer. Whether you need full lessons, homework help, or a conversation partner, I am a patient and dedicated tutor who will spend the time necessary to prepare the most effective lesson she can. ¡Hasta pronto! See you soon!

Elementary Education

Grammar,

Grammar

If you are looking for assistance in making sense of Spanish grammar, I am here to help. My degrees in Spanish and Linguistics have trained me to understand, break down, and explain grammatical structures, particularly for Spanish. Many of the hardest rules for students to master come from a distinction we don't typically think about in English (ser/estar, preterite/imperfect, indicative/subjunctive, etc.), and I can help you or your child grow comfortable with these and other topics. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Reading,

Reading

If you are interested in improving your Spanish reading skills, I am happy to help. Through my degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have learned helpful strategies for decoding text and learning to read effectively in Spanish.
Spelling,

Spelling

If you are having trouble with Spanish spelling, I would be happy to help you grow your confidence in writing and pronouncing Spanish words. I will break down the logic behind accent marks and other diacritic markings, spelling changes, pronunciation changes, and anything else that may be tripping you up with your spelling. Spanish is one of the kindest languages in the world when it comes to reliable spelling, and I would love to show it to you. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

If you are interested in building your Spanish vocabulary, I am happy to help. Through my studies of the Spanish language, including Bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have not only learned useful strategies for acquiring and retaining vocabulary, but have been exposed to invaluable online tools for all levels of Spanish speakers that I would love to share with you.

English

Grammar,

Grammar

If you are looking for assistance in making sense of Spanish grammar, I am here to help. My degrees in Spanish and Linguistics have trained me to understand, break down, and explain grammatical structures, particularly for Spanish. Many of the hardest rules for students to master come from a distinction we don't typically think about in English (ser/estar, preterite/imperfect, indicative/subjunctive, etc.), and I can help you or your child grow comfortable with these and other topics. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Reading,

Reading

If you are interested in improving your Spanish reading skills, I am happy to help. Through my degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have learned helpful strategies for decoding text and learning to read effectively in Spanish.
Spelling,

Spelling

If you are having trouble with Spanish spelling, I would be happy to help you grow your confidence in writing and pronouncing Spanish words. I will break down the logic behind accent marks and other diacritic markings, spelling changes, pronunciation changes, and anything else that may be tripping you up with your spelling. Spanish is one of the kindest languages in the world when it comes to reliable spelling, and I would love to show it to you. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

If you are interested in building your Spanish vocabulary, I am happy to help. Through my studies of the Spanish language, including Bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have not only learned useful strategies for acquiring and retaining vocabulary, but have been exposed to invaluable online tools for all levels of Spanish speakers that I would love to share with you.
Writing

Writing

If you need guidance structuring your Spanish essay, I am here to help. In the course of obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Spanish, including a year of immersion at a Spanish university, I learned how to construct a strong academic essay in Spanish, and I have helped several students write their own. I will help you brainstorm, organize, and proofread your Spanish writing assignments and offer pointers for stylistic conventions that differ between Spanish and English. Send me a message if you are interested in working with me!

Homeschool

Reading,

Reading

If you are interested in improving your Spanish reading skills, I am happy to help. Through my degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have learned helpful strategies for decoding text and learning to read effectively in Spanish.
Spanish,

Spanish

¡Hola! I hold Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, and from 2017 to 2018, I lived and studied alongside local Spanish college students in Granada, Spain, taking courses toward my degrees at the Universidad de Granada. I have passed all CSET exams required of Spanish teachers in the state of California as well as the WEST-E exam for language teachers in the state of Washington, and, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), I am an Advanced-level Spanish speaker and writer. Whether you need full lessons, homework help, or a conversation partner, I am a patient and dedicated tutor who will spend the time necessary to prepare the most effective lesson she can. ¡Hasta pronto! See you soon!
Spelling,

Spelling

If you are having trouble with Spanish spelling, I would be happy to help you grow your confidence in writing and pronouncing Spanish words. I will break down the logic behind accent marks and other diacritic markings, spelling changes, pronunciation changes, and anything else that may be tripping you up with your spelling. Spanish is one of the kindest languages in the world when it comes to reliable spelling, and I would love to show it to you. Send me a message if you are interested in setting up a lesson!
Writing

Writing

If you need guidance structuring your Spanish essay, I am here to help. In the course of obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Spanish, including a year of immersion at a Spanish university, I learned how to construct a strong academic essay in Spanish, and I have helped several students write their own. I will help you brainstorm, organize, and proofread your Spanish writing assignments and offer pointers for stylistic conventions that differ between Spanish and English. Send me a message if you are interested in working with me!

Language

Spanish

Spanish

¡Hola! I hold Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, and from 2017 to 2018, I lived and studied alongside local Spanish college students in Granada, Spain, taking courses toward my degrees at the Universidad de Granada. I have passed all CSET exams required of Spanish teachers in the state of California as well as the WEST-E exam for language teachers in the state of Washington, and, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), I am an Advanced-level Spanish speaker and writer. Whether you need full lessons, homework help, or a conversation partner, I am a patient and dedicated tutor who will spend the time necessary to prepare the most effective lesson she can. ¡Hasta pronto! See you soon!

Most Popular

Reading,

Reading

If you are interested in improving your Spanish reading skills, I am happy to help. Through my degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have learned helpful strategies for decoding text and learning to read effectively in Spanish.
Spanish,

Spanish

¡Hola! I hold Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, and from 2017 to 2018, I lived and studied alongside local Spanish college students in Granada, Spain, taking courses toward my degrees at the Universidad de Granada. I have passed all CSET exams required of Spanish teachers in the state of California as well as the WEST-E exam for language teachers in the state of Washington, and, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), I am an Advanced-level Spanish speaker and writer. Whether you need full lessons, homework help, or a conversation partner, I am a patient and dedicated tutor who will spend the time necessary to prepare the most effective lesson she can. ¡Hasta pronto! See you soon!
Writing

Writing

If you need guidance structuring your Spanish essay, I am here to help. In the course of obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Spanish, including a year of immersion at a Spanish university, I learned how to construct a strong academic essay in Spanish, and I have helped several students write their own. I will help you brainstorm, organize, and proofread your Spanish writing assignments and offer pointers for stylistic conventions that differ between Spanish and English. Send me a message if you are interested in working with me!

Summer

Reading,

Reading

If you are interested in improving your Spanish reading skills, I am happy to help. Through my degrees in Spanish and Linguistics, I have learned helpful strategies for decoding text and learning to read effectively in Spanish.
Spanish,

Spanish

¡Hola! I hold Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, and from 2017 to 2018, I lived and studied alongside local Spanish college students in Granada, Spain, taking courses toward my degrees at the Universidad de Granada. I have passed all CSET exams required of Spanish teachers in the state of California as well as the WEST-E exam for language teachers in the state of Washington, and, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), I am an Advanced-level Spanish speaker and writer. Whether you need full lessons, homework help, or a conversation partner, I am a patient and dedicated tutor who will spend the time necessary to prepare the most effective lesson she can. ¡Hasta pronto! See you soon!
Writing

Writing

If you need guidance structuring your Spanish essay, I am here to help. In the course of obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Spanish, including a year of immersion at a Spanish university, I learned how to construct a strong academic essay in Spanish, and I have helped several students write their own. I will help you brainstorm, organize, and proofread your Spanish writing assignments and offer pointers for stylistic conventions that differ between Spanish and English. Send me a message if you are interested in working with me!

Examples of Expertise

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Fun and engaging.

We reviewed the Spanish we currently know and dove into Tengo! Kelly was super supportive and helpful to us. We will have her back to learn more. It's a great way to spend a summer evening!

Sally, 2 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind review! I enjoyed our first lesson together and am excited for our lessons to come!

A really good teacher (not just a tutor!)

My daughter said she felt like she was really being taught by Kelly. She was impressed that Kelly took time to verify my daughter received the information correctly.

Amy, 13 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind review. I enjoyed our first lesson and I'm glad she found it helpful!

So accomodating!

Kelly is awesome, she was able to fit my son in for a last-minute tutoring session to prepare him for a tough assignment. Thank you Kelly, we really appreciate your help!!

Kristine, 10 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thanks for the kind review!

Great Help!

Kelly has been assisting my son in learning different forms of grammar and verb tenses as well as in speaking Spanish during conversation and while describing pictures. Our son is engaged and looks forward to the sessions. His most recent test grade in his Spanish class reflects the success of the tutoring thus far. Thank you, Kelly!

Ellen, 38 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

I'm so glad our sessions have been helpful! Thanks for your review!

Very flexible and knowledgeable tutor

very accommodating to my schedule and understanding as well as being a great tutor! She come prepared for our lessons but also asks if i have anything from class. i am ahead of everyone because of her!

Michelle, 26 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thanks for the review! I'm glad you're enjoying our lessons!

Excellent tutor!

Kelley has already helped my daughter feel much more confident with her Spanish 3 class. She is in a cyber program so this has been a perfect solution to help her with speaking and Grammer.

Susan , 12 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

I'm so glad to hear that! Thanks for the review!

Spanish

Kelly is a great Spanish tutor! My son and his friend are studying with her on a weekly basis. Grades are improving significantly. Callie is very easy to get in touch with, and very accommodating.

Agnes, 27 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thanks for the kind review, Agnes. I'm glad to hear their grades are improving! The two of them are great to work with.

Great teacher for linguistics

She was very helpful and patient. I felt I was able to understand so much as she was very clear with her explanations!

Leila, 5 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

Thanks for the review, Laura! I enjoyed working with you!

First timer

My high school age daughter needs a refresh and ongoing support for Spanish 2 after long remote time from school. Kelly was very helpful in her first session going through tenses and vocabulary words with her.

Deborah, 33 lessons with Kelly
Tutor responded:

I'm glad our first session was helpful! Thank you very much for the review!

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