Beginner training plan
Your first lessonI begin by assessing the student’s previous exposure to Spanish and tailoring the lesson to their level and learning style. For a true beginner, I introduce basic greetings and self-introductions, such as Hola, ¿cómo estás?, Me llamo…, and Soy…. I gradually introduce simple vocabulary and foundational concepts through guided practice and repetition. My goal is for students to leave their first lesson feeling successful, confident, and able to use a few simple Spanish phrases right away.
Lesson 2-3Students begin by reviewing and practicing the greetings and simple dialogue from the first lesson, gradually moving from reading to speaking independently. I build on this foundation by introducing the verb ser through simple sentence-building, guided practice, and repetition. Students use familiar phrases to talk about themselves, such as Soy Peter or Soy americano, while naturally learning basic concepts such as masculine and feminine nouns and articles (el, la, los, las). By the third lesson, students are beginning to form simple sentences and communicate basic information about themselves with greater confidence.
Lesson 4-10By lessons 4–10, beginners should begin to feel more comfortable using Spanish and recognize that they are capable of communicating in simple situations. My goal is to give students small, achievable wins, such as understanding and producing simple sentences, while gradually expanding their vocabulary, sentence structure, and ability to communicate. Most importantly, I want beginners to reach a point where they think, “I can do this!” and feel motivated and confident to continue learning Spanish.
Lesson 11+By lesson 11 and beyond, beginners continue building a strong foundation in Spanish and become more comfortable forming simple sentences. They gradually begin to recognize basic patterns, including masculine and feminine nouns, definite and indefinite articles, and regular verbs ending in -ar, -er, and -ir. Through guided practice and repetition, students begin using basic present-tense verb patterns in simple, everyday sentences. The focus remains on steady progress, building confidence, and helping beginners feel increasingly comfortable communicating in Spanish.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonI use the first lesson as a conversational assessment to understand the student’s current level, strengths, and areas for improvement. I ask open-ended questions about their experiences, interests, and opinions to evaluate their vocabulary, fluency, grammar, and ability to communicate naturally. Based on this assessment, I identify specific areas that need reinforcement and use them to create a personalized learning plan. For example, if a student is comfortable with the present tense but struggles with past tenses, we may focus on the preterite and imperfect and practice using them in meaningful conversations.
Lesson 2-3By the second and third lessons, I begin implementing a personalized learning plan based on the needs identified during the first lesson. The focus may include strengthening grammar, improving vocabulary, refining pronunciation, or developing fluency. For example, if verb conjugation is an area of weakness, we may review pronoun patterns and irregular verbs through guided practice and conversation. Each lesson is adapted to the student’s specific goals and areas for improvement.
Lesson 4-10By lessons 4–10, advanced students should begin to feel more comfortable and confident using Spanish in conversation. The focus is on reinforcing the structures and skills introduced in the earlier lessons so students can use them more naturally and accurately. Through repetition, guided conversation, and targeted practice, students gradually improve their fluency and become more comfortable using verbs correctly in different contexts. I believe in building a strong foundation before moving on to more complex structures, allowing students to master each step before progressing.
Lesson 11+From lesson 11 onward, advanced students begin applying what they have learned in both spoken and written Spanish. I may introduce short writing assignments, such as writing a paragraph about their daily routine, weekend, or personal experiences, using the vocabulary and verb structures they have learned. We then review their writing together and use it to strengthen grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure. The goal is for students to become increasingly confident expressing their ideas naturally, both in conversation and in writing.
Youth players
Working with kidsI create a warm, positive, and playful environment where children feel comfortable participating and learning Spanish. I begin by discovering what they already know and then build the lesson around their interests, age, and learning style. I use interactive activities such as songs, short videos, worksheets, coloring, and simple arts and crafts to introduce vocabulary and encourage participation. For example, while learning colors, students may practice questions such as ¿De qué color es? and then use the vocabulary through a fun coloring activity. My goal is to keep children engaged while making Spanish feel fun, approachable, and rewarding.
Working with teenagersWith teenagers, I keep lessons engaging and relevant to their interests while introducing Spanish in a natural, conversational way. I begin by assessing what they already know and then use topics they can relate to, such as hobbies, activities, music, sports, and everyday interests. For example, I may introduce ¿Qué te gusta hacer? and build simple conversations around phrases such as Me gusta bailar, Me gusta nadar, or Me gusta comer. I also use interactive activities and sentence-building exercises to introduce grammar and verb patterns in a practical way. My goal is to help teenagers feel comfortable using Spanish while making steady progress in a way that feels relevant and enjoyable.
What you need to bringTextbook (if student already has one), pencil, notebook
What I can bringComputer, whiteboard + markers, learning games (digital and physical), worksheets
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And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
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