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More practice of the gerund

Complete the sentences with the gerund and the verb estar

Exercise outline

  1. Back to lesson
  2. Practice the gerund
  3. Do you know the gerund?
  4. More practice of the gerund

Example

Estoy saltando. (I am jumping)

1. Una chica está en la pista de hielo. (patinar)

(A woman is skating in the ice rink)

2. Estoy un chocolate caliente. (beber) 

(I am drinking a hot chocolate)

3. Mi hermana está en los alpes. (eskiar) 

(Mi sister is skiing in the Alps)

4. El publico esta al cantante. (aplaudir)

(The audience is clapping at the singer)

5. Mi hijo está en la nieve. (jugar)

(My son is playing with the snow)

6. Estoy fotos del paisaje. (sacar)

(I am taking some pictures of the landscape)

7. Los futbolistas estaban sobre el último gol. (hablar)

(The football players were discussing the last score).

8. Me estáis ? (escuchar)

(Are you listening to me?)

9. El ladrón está de la policía. (huir) 

(The robber is running away from the police)

10. Los niños están un castillo de arena. (construir)

(The kids are building a sandcastle)

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I am Laura and I have been teaching Italian for more than 30 years. I specialized in Italian as a Second Language teaching and use a communicative approach to teach grammar, with the objective of quickly learning how to effectively communicate in Italian and have fun at the same time! I can also prepare you on all the levels of the CILS, PLIDA, CELI certifications.
Contact me to organize the perfect course for your needs.

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Laura has been an Italian teacher for 30 years. She is very professional and friendly, ready to customize her lessons on your needs and goals. If you want to learn Italian, we can recommend her 100%

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Laura G. Laura G.

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We just finished our 2nd lesson with Noelia and it was great. Noelia is super patient, she explains everything very well and classes with her are super interesting. Thank you so much, Matt and Ivan :)

Noelia N. Noelia N. ES

Thank you both very much! :)

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English teacher - Philologist with experience in the sales / customer service sector.

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Ana is very motivated and enthusiastic to start teaching English. She is professional and she will adapt her lessons and learning materials to your needs, goals, and level.

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Ana U. Ana U.

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

Hello! I am an English and Spanish teacher and a language lover.
At university I studied translation and interpreting in Spanish, English, Russian and French and have been a language teacher since 2013, which is something I love.

I have lived in France and have British and Spanish family, so speaking several languages is something I do and enjoy every day. I love conversation, grammar, studying new vocabulary and learning about the differences between cultures in order to learn from them.

I have taught privately, in academies, in primary schools and high schools and in companies, so I have experience in many areas and with all ages and levels.

I have prepared students for official Cambridge, Trinity London and Aptis exams, but I have also helped to prepare for exams specific to some university degrees.

I have also prepared students to take the Spanish DELE exam.

I adapt very well to the needs of each student and I make almost all the materials I use and adapt them to the specific situations of each student.

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

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5/5

Marta does her courses by herself ! She is full of imagination and will learn you grammar, vocabulary or expressions in Spanish or in English by movies or series !

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Marta D. Marta D. ES

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

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5/5

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5/5
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Kumusta! Hello! I am Nyssa from the Philippines. I am a teacher by profession. I have been teaching for more than 13 years now both in the classroom and as an ESL teacher. If you are interested to learn Filipino also known as Tagalog feel free to book my classes now. I offer: Conversation Practice, Grammar and Literature. I can create learning materials or lesson plans that match your interest. See you in class!

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Nyssa started teaching right after her graduation and therefore already has a lot of experience in this field. She works full time as a public school teacher and also does many side jobs in the field of teaching. You can see her passion for teaching and she loves to get to know students from all over the world and adapt to their wishes and needs. Her lessons are therefore very interactive and she pays a lot of attention to good communication and a comfortable learning atmosphere.

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NYSSA R. NYSSA R.

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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If you are struggling with Afrikaans as a first additional language I can help.

I will teach you how to get the best marks for prepared and unprepared orals.
Prepared and unprepared reading does not need to frighten you. There are easy tips I can give you to help you improve your marks dramatically, as this is one of the easiest ways to boost your marks.

There is a method that you can learn to write essays and short transactional pieces.
which will help you increase your marks.

Poetry and literature will not frighten you once I have explained them to you. In fact, they will become an endless source of vocabulary that will help you with all aspects of Afrikaans.

I will discuss your needs and goals with you and ensure that you stay on track.
As a qualified high school teacher with many, many years of experience I know I can help you.
I have IEB and CAPS experience and will help you master the basics so that you can be more confident with Afrikaans and experience the joy of improved Afrikaans marks.
Book your free trial with me and together we will get your marks up!

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5/5

Communication

5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Louisa is a great Afrikaans teacher ! She teaches Afrikaans to kids, teenagers and adults with different methods : videos, musics, discussions and exercises for practicing afrikaans grammar and vocabulary ! Her lessons are very attractive and based on your demands, your interests and your needs. Moreover Louisa is a smiling and nice person, students will have confidence and be comfortable with her !

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 Louisa S. Louisa S. ZA

Thank you so much for your kind words Clémence B.

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5/5

Communication

5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Learning Spanish is no big deal now, it´s a huge accomplishment. I´m here to help you to learn this marvelous language as easy as possible. I count on a 10 years’ experience of teaching Spanish. Therefore, for whatever reason – travel, apply to university, DELE exams, speaking to family or friends, work, or love- I will guide you along the way, from beginner to advanced.
First of all, I need to know your goal because it would let me design a plan especially for you to help you achieve it. Generally, we will follow the communicative approach. We don’t just dive right into verb tenses or lists of vocabulary words. Instead, I prefer to teach you the ins-and-outs of the Spanish language in a more different way! So, we will be using a variety of resources such as movies, songs, essays, stories, news and interviews, etc.
If you want to know more about me, I should say I´m studying Advanced Hispanic Studies for a PHD degree at the University of Valencia. I hold a master´s degree in General Linguistics and a Bachelor's degree in Spanish Language. As a teacher, I’ve held online classes, face to face classes and several courses at different institutes and the University of Applied Science and Technology in my country of origin, Iran.
One thing more, I am a big fan of learning new languages and like to do it enjoying it. I will always make sure that you are enjoying learning Spanish.
Don’t hesitate more and let’s start together. Why don't you just book your first session with me?

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5
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We took group lessons with Elnaz in Spanish. Her teaching method is efficient and clear. Her communication is quick and very friendly. Would recommend her as a teacher!

Elnaz G. Elnaz G. IR

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Hello there! My name is Phyllis Kasala and I must say I love teaching. The love for teaching and being a life-long learner found me at a tender age of 14, since then i knew it was my destiny to share my knowledge with the world. I have a bachelor's degree with the University of Pretoria and it is a very esteemed varsity i also went further and secured a Teaching English To Foreign Learners certificate (TEFL) which shows that not only do I want to learn, but I do not like limiting myself. English may be difficult to learn and understand to a person who has no clue about the language but, that's why you have me! I make sure that I teach in a relaxed and quiet environment where the learner feels safe and free to make mistakes because we all must remember making mistakes is a vital part of learning. I am currently on my journey to enroll into my honours which will be about researching how to teach learners with learning difficulties such as ADHD and much more. I cater for all learners be it visual learners, kinetic learners, auditory learners and verbal learners which basically means I cater for all, during my lessons. I make use of creative and colorful PowerPoints that have sound and easy gimmicks to help remember what you may have learnt on that specific day. So do not fret as we will walk this journey together. Just remember I am close friends with all the letters in the English alphabet and I don't know "y" (just a joke to cheer you up)!

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Phyllis is a very organised and young teacher. She offers both online and in person classes and her learning material is very clear, interactive and well organised.

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Phyllis K. Phyllis K. ZA

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5/5

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5/5

Punctuality

5/5

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5/5

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Hi,
I am a fun and creative, certified coach and teacher. I have taught Dutch online and English in private schools.
I will discuss exciting topics and practice the language that you want to work with.

Moreover,
I prepare students for the civic integration exam, to get the Dutch resident permit or to apply for Dutch citizenship.
I teach business Dutch for work and careers.
I prepare students for job interviews.

Besides, I am a certified and experienced teacher for young learners, starting at age 7.

I am patient, positive, focused and goal-oriented.
I always pay attention to making my lessons as interesting and fun as possible.

I design my lessons according to my client's needs.

Please do not hesitate to contact me,
With kind wishes,
M a k e l a

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Makela is a very friendly and positive teacher with 2 years of experience. She is ready to teach beginners and advanced students with prepared learning materials. Meet Makela online and improve your language skills!

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Makela I. Makela I.

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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My name is Tiera, and I am a native English speaker from Dallas, Texas, in the United States. I have over three years of in-person teaching experience with young learners aged 4-14. I also have a 120-hour TEFL certificate earned in August 2020. I have a high school diploma and spent approximately three years studying criminal justice and Spanish at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, USA.

My philosophy is simple; teach with compassion, patience and confidence and your students will be greatly rewarded. I teach all levels of English learners, with young children and adults alike. I love to talk about sports, food, and nature in my classes. I prefer to use TPR, or the “total physical response” method with young learners because it is engaging and interactive. I can assist with correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as conversational English. This can include “free talk” topics as specific as interview English, business English, or anything that interests the students. I can also assist students with pronunciation and accent advising.

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Tiera is a very friendly teacher and especially well prepared for teaching kids. I can surely recommend her as a teacher.

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Tiera G. Tiera G.

Thanks Henrik!

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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Hello! My name is Celia and I´m a Spanish tutor from Alcala de Henares, Madrid (Spain). I work as a professional musician and as a teacher. I´m an open minded person and I´m looking forward to teaching you Spanish! I like giving a different approach to my classes so that they are enjoyable and fun. Fall in love with my native language!

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

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Celia is a great teacher! I enjoy our lessons very much! She has a great approach and methodology and I have so much fun learning Spanish. I recommend her 100%

Celia S. Celia S. ES

Thank you so much, Karolina! I´m happy you enjoy our lessons :) Keep on the hard work!

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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5/5

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I am a CELTA certified Teacher of English and I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism. I have a vast experience teaching General English, preparation for Cambridge exams-, pronunciation, speaking and developing writing skills. I have been teaching for over 18 years to students of different age ranges (young learners and adults at universities, middle and high school and academies.
What I love most about teaching is that I get to help students and make them see how beautiful this language is and how they can make it useful for their academic and professional lives. Another good point is that we can learn from each other and the opportunity to plan every class in a different way.
I think I can tailor your lessons according to your needs so, do not hesitate and contact me.
See you soon,
Armando

Asimismo, poseo Diploma de la Universidad Central de Venezuela en Enseñanza del Español como Lengua Extranjera y experiencia en el área docente. Soy un empedernido estudioso de la lengua española y de sus pecularidades.
Disfruto el escribir crónicas en este idioma y tengo a disposición recursos para ayudarte a desarrollar destrezas en la lengua de Cervantes.
Espero podamos trabajar juntos,
Armando

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5/5

Communication

4.5/5

Punctuality

4.5/5

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5/5

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4.8/5

Armando is a very friendly and competent teacher. I had a great time talking to him and can surely recommend him as a teacher.

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Armando  P. Armando P.

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5/5

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5/5

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4/5

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5/5

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4.8/5

Hello! My name is Ainhoa, I am Spanish and I live in Bilbao, a city in the north of Spain. I love languages ​​and learning about new cultures, that is why I decided to teach Spanish. I find it very gratifying to see the students improve.

I am patient and cheerful, and I strive to create a comfortable environment where students are not afraid to make mistakes. I am positive and I firmly believe that anyone with effort, perseverance and correct accompaniment can improve.

I am an online Spanish teacher certified by ELE International and I have been teaching Spanish since 2019. In 2020 I formalized my business and became freelance.

In these years, I have studied Spanish grammar thoroughly and I have tried many teaching methods that were taught to me in my training, which has led me to create my own method with what I have seen has given better results. I use spaced repetition, create projects, do real-life rollplays, and have the student come to the correct conclusion on their own using questions. For all this, we will use manuals that will guide your learning, the campus diffusion books.

I have helped students of all levels to improve Spanish until they can speak correctly. Each student learns differently and has their own challenges, so I have learned which resources work best for each person.

In my classes you will find a smily face and a relaxed atmosphere, in which you will feel free to ask questions as much as necessary and to express yourself without fear of mistakes.

See you soon!

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Teaching methodology

5/5

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5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

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5/5
5/5

Ainhoa is a very competent teacher, she knows what she is doing and will help you achieve your goals in learning Spanish.

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Ainhoa R. Ainhoa R.

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

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5/5

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Hey! My name is Przemek and I'm an English linguistics graduate with a specialty in teaching and a holder of Delta, which is the highest and the most recognized diploma in the field of teaching English as a foreign language. I've been teaching for over 7 years, not only in Poland but also around the world. Teaching English gives me great satisfaction and motivates me to keep growing professionally. I'm also the founder and teacher at UP2 Academy - a modern online language school. I help people learning English by offering:

• individual classes – personalized lessons; help with current school or university material; topics tailored to the needs, e.g. business or legal English

• conversations – classes with an emphasis on speaking: improving pronunciation, learning fluency techniques; eliminating the most common lexical and grammatical errors; gaining self-confidence

• preparation for language exams – classes focused on exams, such as: Cambridge A2-C2, IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, BEC

• preparation for job interviews and self-presentations

Apart from that, my lessons are characterised by:

• Communicative approach: you learn through conversations, roleplays, discussions, without learning all the rules by heart.

• Immersion: all the classes and interaction are in English

• Practicality: the classes and the activities are set in a real-life context

• Customised approach: the way the classes are delivered is adjusted to the student’s level and interests

• All language skills development: apart from speaking, you will also practice listening, reading and writing, which are crucial elements of any language

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Thanks!

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Przemek is a very qualified and experienced teacher, I can really recommend his services. He is also a very friendly and calm person who you will definitely enjoy speaking with.

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Przemek W. Przemek W.

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

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5/5
5/5

I am Laura and I have been teaching Italian for more than 30 years. I specialized in Italian as a Second Language teaching and use a communicative approach to teach grammar, with the objective of quickly learning how to effectively communicate in Italian and have fun at the same time! I can also prepare you on all the levels of the CILS, PLIDA, CELI certifications.
Contact me to organize the perfect course for your needs.

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Laura has been an Italian teacher for 30 years. She is very professional and friendly, ready to customize her lessons on your needs and goals. If you want to learn Italian, we can recommend her 100%

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Laura G. Laura G.

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

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5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

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5/5

We just finished our 2nd lesson with Noelia and it was great. Noelia is super patient, she explains everything very well and classes with her are super interesting. Thank you so much, Matt and Ivan :)

Noelia N. Noelia N. ES

Thank you both very much! :)

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

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5/5
5/5
English teacher - Philologist with experience in the sales / customer service sector.

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Ana is very motivated and enthusiastic to start teaching English. She is professional and she will adapt her lessons and learning materials to your needs, goals, and level.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Ana U. Ana U.

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Hello! I am an English and Spanish teacher and a language lover.
At university I studied translation and interpreting in Spanish, English, Russian and French and have been a language teacher since 2013, which is something I love.

I have lived in France and have British and Spanish family, so speaking several languages is something I do and enjoy every day. I love conversation, grammar, studying new vocabulary and learning about the differences between cultures in order to learn from them.

I have taught privately, in academies, in primary schools and high schools and in companies, so I have experience in many areas and with all ages and levels.

I have prepared students for official Cambridge, Trinity London and Aptis exams, but I have also helped to prepare for exams specific to some university degrees.

I have also prepared students to take the Spanish DELE exam.

I adapt very well to the needs of each student and I make almost all the materials I use and adapt them to the specific situations of each student.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Marta does her courses by herself ! She is full of imagination and will learn you grammar, vocabulary or expressions in Spanish or in English by movies or series !

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Marta D. Marta D. ES

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Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5