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Fun approach to learning.
David, 28 lessons with WaleskaWalseka has a varied approach that includes not only formal aspects but encourages the use of everyday subjects as class materials, such as news, movies, personal stories, etc. For me, speaking another language is the most difficult hurdle, with her multi-faced approach I have made good progress in the months she has worked with me. And finally to simply state it, I just really enjoyed every session we had over several months!
Olá! I am a native Portuguese speaker from Porto Alegre, Brazil, now living in Nashville, Tennessee. With over 20 years of experience teaching Portuguese, I am also a registered State Court Interpreter and translator. Teaching and sharing the Portuguese language is truly my passion!
Background:
I hold a degree in Modern Languages and Literature, with a focus on Portuguese and English, from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
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Fun approach to learning.
Walseka has a varied approach that includes not only formal aspects but encourages the use of everyday subjects as class materials, such as news, movies, personal stories, etc. For me, speaking another language is the most difficult hurdle, with her multi-faced approach I have made good progress in the months she has worked with me. And finally to simply state it, I just really enjoyed every session we had over several months!
David, 28 lessons with Waleska
Excellent teacher
Waleska meets you where you’re at and adds so much value to each lesson. She’s insightful, encouraging, and clearly experienced as a teacher. I look forward to more lessons. Learning languages is always a great investment!
Kristi, 28 lessons with Waleska
Organized and Patient
Waleska keeps the lessons to a simple organized format while also being patient with me. She does an excellent job of structuring lessons in a way that allows for plenty of opportunity to ask questions as I develop my introductory conversation skills. Looking forward to more lessons.
Kathy, 16 lessons with Waleska
Simply the best.
Everything about who she is, her teaching style, and her demeanor is PERFECT for any student of any age. She makes you feel comfortable learning a new language immediately and will help you reach your goals on a timeframe that works for you.
Niles, 11 lessons with Waleska
Ela e maravilhosa
Waleska tem muita paciência e ensina de uma maneira fácil prática e direta estou amando as classes com ela súper recomendo em cada aula aprendo algo muito importante e de uma maneira fácil e objetiva
Rosilaine, 7 lessons with Waleska
Synergistic lessons which helped me in my work in Brazil.
I salute Waleska Rehbein as a tutor. I was headed to events in Sao Paulo and Brasilia, and wanted to be able both to engage in small talk with colleagues and to speak in Portuguese for the opening paragraph of my speech. With Waleska’s tutoring, we moved at a fast speed to learn the words and sentences, and to ask simple questions. As a Brazilian, she also provided useful information about culture and politics. I was much appreciated by Brazilian colleagues, and am grateful for the tutoring. --Charles, Washington, DC
Charles, 7 lessons with Waleska
Perfect for homeschool
Waleska taught my middle school son for over a year and half, and it was such a postive experience. His skill level increased exponentially, but even more importantly, he enjoyed every class and the her style of teaching. And my child isn't necessarily an eagar student. He has to respect the teacher, and he adored Waleska. When I first reached out, she and I spoke about my expectations. We wanted to take language 2-3 times a week, year round. She then worked with my son for a few lessons and came back to me with a proposal to have three lessons a week for a half an hour. She also suggested the text books that would best suit his learning style. Then they meet consistently three times a week for two academic years. If either of us had to change the schedule for conflicts or vacation, we worked it out easily the week ahead. As a homeschool parent, I can't say enough about how well this went. Waleska was our only tutor outside our immediate location but being online was no problem except we are sad we weren't ever able to meet her in person. The only reason we aren't continuing is that my son is going back to high school next year. I'm sure being comfortable with Portuguese, a critical language, and one that non-native speakers don't know enough, helped strengthen his applications. Waleska also assisted us by writing his yearly language progress and evaluation letters to the city for homeschoolers. We are sad to end our time with Waleska but have full confidence that his abilities in Portuguese will help hime with other langugages and we hope he continues to study Portuguese even though it isn't offered in his school. If you have a homeschooler that wants to study Portuguese, Waleska will be great. She's really good with middle schoolers and that as we all know, is a gift! We are so lucky to have found her.
Ashley, 102 lessons with Waleska
Excellent Teacher
Waleska is very knowledgeable and I am looking forward to her helping me to learn English. Waleska also thoroughly reviewed what I should expect from being tutored by her. She is very detailed which is exactly what I want.
Roberta, 35 lessons with Waleska
Passionate and patient teacher
She is always prepared for my classes, you can feel the passion teaching Portuguese, she strives for her students to be fluent and to feel proud. Muito obrigado!
Jean-Christian, 5 lessons with Waleska
Great teacher very patient. I will recommend it 100%.
Waleska really help me with learning Portuguese. She is very patient and knowledgeable. She adjusts to my needs and what I want to learn as well.
Haivyl, 154 lessons with Waleska
