Native Spanish Classes (Conversation, Theory, Culture...) - Kingsford

Language, Literature and Innovative Teaching in Spanish - Comprehensive Learning for All Levels
I am a native Spanish speaker, with a degree in Hispanic Philology from the University of Barcelona and a master's degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE). My solid linguistic and pedagogical background, along with specialized certifications in educational innovation and AI-powered learning, enables me to teach Spanish at all levels with professionalism, passion, and contemporary methodologies.

What you will learn:
My courses are tailored to your needs and level, combining linguistic rigor with engaging communicative approaches informed by cutting-edge pedagogical research:

Fundamentals of language and communication:
Spanish Linguistics, Grammar and Syntax (Spanish Linguistics, Spanish Language and its Variation)
Phonetics and phonology (Fonètica i fonologia de l'Espanyol)
Lexicography and vocabulary development (La Competència Lèxica en l'Aprenentatge)
Discourse analysis and communicative skills (Anàlisi del discurs, Pragmàtica)
Sociolinguistics and linguistic variation (Sociolinguistics of Spanish)

Advanced Linguistic Study:
Historical linguistics (Linguistic Historiography)
Romance linguistics and comparative approaches (Romance Linguistics)
Advanced analysis and argumentation (Spanish Linguistic Analysis Level)

Spanish Literature and Cultural Studies:
Golden Age Literature
Medieval and Contemporary Literature
Literary Analysis and Interpretation
Cervantes and the masterpieces of Spanish literature
Theatre and dramatic literature (specialized study)

Methodology and Pedagogy of Teaching (Master in Foreign Language Education):
Communicative approaches to language teaching
Curriculum design and lesson planning
Grammar and pragmatics for language learning
Age-appropriate instruction for children, teenagers, and adults
Inclusive and differentiated education
Assessment techniques

Educational Innovation Technology:
Language learning with AI (IBM's specialization in generative AI for educators)
Instructional engineering for dynamic and personalized lessons (IBM and Vanderbilt certifications)
Responsible integration of technology in language teaching (University of Pennsylvania certification)
Creating engaging and interactive learning experiences with cutting-edge tools
ChatGPT and generative AI applications for language teaching
Personalized learning paths and adaptive instruction

My teaching approach:
✓ Student-centered: Classes adapted to your style, pace, and learning goals
✓ Communicative: Emphasis on oral expression, listening comprehension, reading and writing in real contexts
✓ Cultural enrichment: Exploration of Hispanic literature, history, and cultures
✓ Rigorous and engaging: A combination of linguistic depth with dynamic and interactive lessons
✓ Innovative: Leveraging educational technology and contemporary pedagogical approaches
✓ Personalized: Whether you need conversational fluency, grammar mastery, literary analysis, or AI-powered learning, I personalize each lesson.
Professional Qualifications and Certifications:
Academic training:

Bachelor's Degree in Hispanic Philology (University of Barcelona)
Master's Degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE, UNIR, Barcelona)

Specializations in Educational Innovation:
IBM AI Fundamentals Specialization for Everyone (4 courses)
IBM Specialization in Generative AI for Educators (3 courses)
University of Pennsylvania: AI in Education: Leveraging ChatGPT for Teaching
Vanderbilt University: Specialization in Generative AI and ChatGPT for Elementary and Secondary Educators (3 courses)

Teaching Experience:
More than 60 hours of face-to-face teaching at an academy accredited by Cervantes (World Class Bcn)
Experience in AI-supported language education research
Specialized training in pedagogical innovation and inclusive teaching

Why choose me?:
I don't just teach Spanish; I create meaningful learning experiences that combine in-depth linguistic knowledge, proven pedagogical methods, and innovative educational approaches. My training in both traditional and contemporary teaching methodologies allows me to understand your exact level and guide you toward your goals, whether it's conversational confidence, mastery of literature, or advanced language proficiency.