Are you tired of not expressing yourself confidently in English? Are you tired of only learning grammar and not actually using it? Are you looking to pass your B2 or C1 exams with confidence?
With me, you will receive high-quality English lessons from the comfort of your home. Together, we can talk about your goals and how we can achieve them. Let's get started!
📍 Santander, Spain
📝 Written speaking corrections sent to you after every class
During our classes, I document all your speaking mistakes with analysis so you can have a visual reference of your mistakes to continue improving after each class. All notes are sent to you directly after class!
📚 Material suited to your needs - including FCE/CAE exam prep material
Each class is personalized to your goals and needs. Additionally, with me you have access to a wide range of certified Cambridge materials to help you PASS your FCE or CAE exam - study guides, course books, exclusive mock exams, and more!
📝 Personalized homework and feedback
Homework is essential for language learning improvement. I assign homework to ensure you are maintaining a consistent habit of learning and reviewing.
💬 Quick Spanish-English translations
As a bilingual teacher and linguist, I help clarify the important differences between Spanish and English for you to improve your speaking.
🏅 Professionalism, experience, and support
With more than 7 years of experience, a Master's in Teaching English, and many more certifications, you can expect quality instruction in every class.
😊 Friendly and open learning environment
My goal is to make sure we BOTH have fun in the classroom and get to know each other as people!
The FCE and CAE exams can be scary but it doesn't have to be. I provide you with plenty of speaking practice, exam strategies and a variety of Cambridge materials to simulate the real exam and ensure you obtain your certification without stress. I also make sure the class is communicative so you're also learning English for your own life, not just for the exam.
Due to my training and experience, I am aware of the fundamental mistakes people make when speaking and how to address them. My linguistics background helps me target your pronunciation mistakes and grammar mistakes to erase them from your speaking. Additionally, as a bilingual teacher, I am aware of the similarities and differences between Spanish and English to help you identify and improve your weaknesses.
I have been teaching for more than 7 years across various ages, levels, and settings. This includes: • Primary schools • Official language schools • Academies • Universities • Online classes • Private tutoring
Each student is different, so I make sure that your learning experience is as personalized as possible. This means that together, we identify your goals and how we can achieve them. Whether it's support with your English assignments or achieving a C1 level in Cambridge, we can do it!
• Master's in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (2022) - Universitat Rovira i Virgili • Bachelor's in Linguistics (2019) - University of Florida • Certification to teach English to teenagers (2024) - Cambridge • Certification to teach English to adults (2021) - International Rescue Committee • Certification to teach English as a foreign language (2019) - University of Florida
Your success is my success too, which is why I strive to provide the greatest support and enthusiasm possible in my classes. I love seeing my students achieve their goals, which motivates me greatly to help you feel confident using English.
"Gabriela is the teacher I have been looking for! I really enjoy classes with her) She is so energetic and kind person. Gabriela corrects my mistakes and she sends a file with notes and corrections after every class. I improve my speaking skill every lesson! Looking forward to the next class🌟" - Irina
"Gabriela is an incredible teacher, I was afraid of speaking english in front of other people and everything is super easy with her, I love how she teaches the class, exercises and her fun personality makes it very bearable and fun. The best choice!" - Alejandra
"Gabriela es muy amable, preparada y siempre está dispuesta a ayudarte en todos los ámbitos del aprendizaje del idioma. Recomiendo mucho su clase!" - Christian
"Recomiendo totalmente a Gabriela. Es una persona muy agradable, siempre llega a las clases con una excelente preparación y mucha paciencia. Gracias a su método de enseñanza y su dedicación, he logrado mejorar significativamente mi fluidez y gramática. Aprender con ella ha sido una experiencia muy positiva y enriquecedora. ¡Definitivamente es una excelente elección para cualquiera que quiera mejorar su nivel de inglés!" - Wendy
• Development and implementation of comprehensive lesson plans tailored to meet the specific needs of students preparing for Cambridge exams. • Monitoring and evaluating students' progress, providing constructive feedback and personalized strategies to enhance their English skills.
• Taught conversational English with a partner to a class of 14 international adult students on a daily basis • Developed original and creative lesson plans focusing on everyday speech acts through dynamic activities
• Taught 26 classes per week to Palestinian children in 3rd and 4th grade, totaling 50 students, in a bilingual K-12 school • Incorporated bilingual pedagogical techniques to facilitate and scaffold learning to achieve English competency and confidence
• Co-taught absolute beginner and beginner online English classes 4 times a week to a group of adult refugees alongside the Adult Education Coordinator • Directly translated Spanish to English to ensure students understood instructions and teacher assessed needs appropriately
• Led 18 English classes per week to Spanish students from preschool to 4th grade in a bilingual K-12 charter school • Created engaging, age-appropriate activities to stimulate authentic English language use in the classroom using a variety of materials such as flashcards, music, balloons, and others.
• Created engaging lessons using a variety of authentic materials according to the B1 and B2 certification exam guidelines to expand vocabulary and provide ample speaking opportunity • Led conversation clubs for students to practice and apply their English skills
• Create engaging lessons using a variety of authentic materials according to my adult students’ language needs and expectations and build confidence in speaking English • Incorporate online digital learning tools such as Google Slides, Zoom, Kahoot, Quizlet, WordWall, and more to create an engaging online learning environment