Information About Juan - Limerick tutor - (48 reviews)
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Price Guide |
| Primary | €35.00 |
| Junior Cycle | €35.00 |
| Senior Cycle | €35.00 |
| University | €35.00 |
| Adult / Casual | €35.00 |
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Personal Description:
Hola! My name is Juan, from Madrid. I am a certified Spanish teacher working in the University of Limerick.
I have more than 9 years of experience teaching Spanish to all levels and ages. In recent years I have specialized in working with Junior and Leaving Certificate students and with adult students who want to learn Spanish for leisure or professional reasons.
Entitled to a Master's Degree as a teacher of Spanish by the University of Barcelona and Instituto Cervantes and another Master's Degree on Secondary Teaching, Vocational Training and Languages.
Thanks to my experience with many types of students, I have the ability to prepare classes individually and adapt to the needs of the student.
Tutoring Experience:
Languages have always attracted me. I've been studying other languages my whole life. Because of this, I am well aware of the problems that a student can have when deciding to study a foreign language. But I also know how exciting and rewarding it is. I still train every day to keep learning.
Approach to Grinds:
Speaking Spanish facilitates us to meet people all over the world, have more job opportunities, and, of course, enjoy literature, music, and the history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
I hope we enjoy ourselves together while improving your level of Spanish.
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Native Language: Spanish
Additional Languages: German, Italian
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: German, Italian
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Universidad de Barcelona (2022) - MA Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (Masters) (✘ Not On File)
- Instituto Cervantes (2016) - Teaching ELE to children from 7 to 12 years: planning learning sessions (Professional) (✔ On File)
- Instituto Cervantes (2016) - Basis for the analysis and treatment of grammar at level A (Professional) (✔ On File)
- Instituto Cervantes (2015) - Training course for teachers of Spanish as a foreign language (Professional) (✔ On File)
Juan's Feedback
| Students Providing Feedback: | 48 |
| Students Providing Positive Feedback: |
JuanFrom Bernie (5/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan gives 2 hours of spanish lessons to my son every week. So far he is very happy with the classes. Juan is very punctual and a great teacher
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Bernie!
From Aoife (/5): (University Spanish) Juan was extremely helpful in helping me pass my repeat exam. I believe without his help, it would have been very difficult. He showed patience and altered every lesson to what I wanted and needed. Would definitely recommend!
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Aoife! I am very happy you could pass the exam!
From Paul (/5): (University Spanish) Juan is very highly reviewed & was happy to
Make contact, unfortunately I was under severe time pressure with very short notice
& availability didn’t line up, this is nobody’s fault but obviously had to engage another Spanish teacher for my daughter to facilitate the short notice but I’m sure Juan is top notch
Make contact, unfortunately I was under severe time pressure with very short notice
& availability didn’t line up, this is nobody’s fault but obviously had to engage another Spanish teacher for my daughter to facilitate the short notice but I’m sure Juan is top notch
Reply from Juan: We finally could make a class to prepare her exam and I wish her the best of luck. Thank you for your comment.
From Michael (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan has been tutoring my daughter for the past year as she prepares for her Leaving Cert. She is very happy with the classes - Juan is very helpful, prepares well for the classes and keeps it interesting. The classes are online and this has worked out very well - it has been very easy to schedule the classes and any changes were easily accommodated by Juan. We hope to continue with Juan for the year ahead and would highly recommend him.
Reply from Juan: Thank you Michael!
From Michael (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Very good tutor very patient , very enjoyable lessons
Thanks again Juan
Thanks again Juan
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Michael! It is great working with you in class.
From Ileana (/5): (University Spanish) Juan is a brilliant teacher, he has been amazing at helping me improve my Spanish in my final year of university. Classes are catered to his students needs, everything is explained thoroughly. Questions are always encouraged! The classes have been fun and extremely beneficial. His classes helped me feel more confident about my final exams! I would highly recommend him to anyone who is interested in learning Spanish or anyone who wants to learn Spanish!
Reply from Juan: I thank you for your words Ileana. It is been great working with you.
From Jane (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Very good and very helpful, excellent tutor, highly recommend Juan
Reply from Juan: Thank you, it was great to work with Mark.
From Aoife (/5): (University Spanish) Juan is an excellent teacher who cares very much about helping students. I have truly enjoyed my classes with him and my Spanish skills have really improved!
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Aoife. It was a pleasure working with you in class. I wish you the best.
From Aoife (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Thank you Juan for teaching me Spanish. You are a great teacher and very understanding. Thank you!
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Aoife. You have been a great student. I wish you all the best for the future.
From Catriona (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish)
From Fiona (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) We have only had Juan for a few sessions but my son seems engaged so far. He gets on well with him and explains the methodology of the teaching. I like that it’s at a slow pace as opposed to the fast paced there is at school. I want my son not to feel so overwhelmed with a subject he’s struggling with and so far he’s pleased with Juan’s approach. We are happy to continue with Juan until my son feels he’s on top and is understanding it really well.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much for your comment!
From Brenda (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Very good tutor, my daughter is in sixth year and the weekly class is helping her a lot. She says the hour is well structured and the homework she completes is fully reviewed too.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much!
From Johanna (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is currently teaching my daughter Spanish in 4th year and preparing her to sit her exams in leaving cert. My daughter has only started picking up the language therefore it was very important to choose a native speaker that understands the leaving cert curriculum. Juan is very patient and super easy to deal with. More importantly, my daughter is very comfortable and finding the lessons very beneficial. I would highly recommend Juan.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much Johanna. This is very important for me to keep working.
From Dariusz (/5): (Primary Spanish) Excellent teacher with fluent english so it was easier for begginers like me to learn. The classes were not rushed, aimed for understanding. Lots of talking and good content.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much, Dariusz!
From Pauline (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Juan has been tutoring my son Jamie for the past 6 months as Jamie prepares for his Junior Cert. Juan is an excellent teacher; he is very patient, very thorough and explains everything very clearly. Jamie is making good progress and has a greater understanding of the grammar and vocabulary, and this is evident from his improved grades in spanish. I have no hesitation in recommending Juan as a tutor.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much for your words, Pauline. I am very happy working with Jamie.
From Emma (/5): (University Spanish)
Reply from Juan: Thank you Emma!
From Denis (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is a calm and thoughtful tutor who really cares about his students. He helped my son to prepare for his Leaving Cert Exam and I would highly recommend! Thank you!
Reply from Juan: Thank you for your words Denis!
From Anna Maria (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is a wonderful teacher. He is very thorough and explains everything very clearly. He is extremely pleasant and encouraging. I have really enjoyed his classes and I have no hesitation in recommending him as a tutor.
Anna Maria
Anna Maria
Reply from Juan: Thank you for your kind words, Anna Maria. Lessons with you are really enjoyable!
From Maurice (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is an excellent tutor and my son is much more confident speaking Spanish and enjoys the lessons.
Reply from Juan: Thank you, Maurice. I also enjoy the lessons with Fionn.
From Jacqui (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) An excellent tutor! Very friendly and easy to work with. Would highly recommend.
Reply from Juan: Thank you Jacqui! It is very nice working with you.
From Eoin (/5): (University Spanish) Juan was a fantastic tutor. He improved my Spanish in every way. I was really struggling with Spanish during second year in college and Juan helped me throughout this year. Also gave me the confidence and belief that I needed for my exams. I couldn't recommend Juan more.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much Eoin. It’s been a nice experience working in class with you these years.
From Sarah (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is an incredibly patient Spanish teacher. He always makes the classes enjoyable and fun. I've been with him for about seven months now and my Spanish is progressing nicely. Muchas gracias Juan por todo Juan.
Reply from Juan: Thank you Sarah. I am really glad you are finding the lessons useful and fun. Thanks, it is very important for me.
From Siobhán (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Juan tutored my son Naoise for the last year. He found his classes with Juan enjoyable and informative, plugging gaps in his knowledge that he did not know even existed! It was easy to organise the classes and Juan was always polite and punctual
He hopes to continue with Juan in the senior cycle.
We would both highly recommend Juan.
He hopes to continue with Juan in the senior cycle.
We would both highly recommend Juan.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much Siobhan. It is been very nice to work with Naoise all this year. Hope to start working again!
From Antoinette (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Juan tutored my daughter for Junior cycle Spanish . Juan was professional, organised , reliable and approachable throughout her lessons and she thoroughly enjoyed each class . Thank you Juan for all your support , we would highly recommend Juan .
Reply from Juan: Thank you Antoniette! It is been ver nice working with Amy all this time.
From Grace (/5): (University Spanish) Juan is a great teacher who immerses the student in the language from day 1. He is informative, approachable and reliable. My Spanish has improved significantly since working with him and I would recommend him to learners of all ages.
Reply from Juan: I am excited you are happy with the lessons, Grace. It’s very important to me. Thank you!
From Eoin (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is an excellent tutor. Joined with him for at the atart of leaving cert year. Was gettting very low grades previously and now nothing but H1s and h2s in my tests
Could not recommend more.
Could not recommend more.
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much Eoin! It is very interesting working with you. Keep going!
From Camila (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is a great teacher! He helped me a lot.
Reply from Juan: You were a great student! Muchas gracias Camila! I wish you the best of luck!
From Jennifer (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Juan tutored my son who was at Junior cert Level. The classes were well structured and paced. Juan was professional, patient and an excellent teacher. My son was failing Spanish but for Spring and Summer exams has achieved an honour. I appreciate the help Juan has given to my son and I would definitely recommend Juan as a tutor!
Reply from Juan: Hi Jennifer! Thank you very much for your comment. I am glad John finally got it!
From Lorcan (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish)
Reply from Juan: Gracias!
From Naomi (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is an excellent tutor with alot of experience, he focused on practical spanish speaking with me.
Reply from Juan: Thank you Naomi! Hope to see you again!
From Kate (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan, is a lovely teacher. I feel really comfortable with him, he has a lot of patience for explain and always share examples that makes easy to understand. I am really happy to learning with him. If you want learn Spanish, I strong recommend him as a teacher. He will teach you with motivation and always with a happy face. Gracias Juan, for all you understanding and help until now.
Reply from Juan: Great, Kate! Thank you very much for your comment! I am very happy with you in my lessons and I am sure your are going to learn Spanish as you are working hard and I see you love the language and the Spanish culture. Thank you for your confidence.
From peter (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Excellent teacher, very structured lessons, good recap before each lesson, achieves outline goals for each lesson, great Zoom teacher , no time wasted- would highly recommend Juan as a teacher of Spanish.
Reply from Juan: Thank you Peter! This is very important to me. I am enjoying the lessons very much.
From Michael (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is an excellent and experienced tutor. His classes are very enjoyable and are tailored to your level and goals. I highly recommend him.
Reply from Juan: Hi Mike! Thank you for your comment. I am also enjoying the lessons!
From Gail (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Both my sons (one TY and one second year) benefitted from Spanish lessons with Juan over the long summer break. It gave them the opportunity to practise speaking Spanish one to one, which rarely happens in a class with 28 pupils. We are continuing the lessons even though they are back at school as the chance to practise oral and aural skills is invaluable. Thank you!
Reply from Juan: Thank you Gail! I am happy to see they are enjoying the lessons.
From Alison (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is a fantastic teacher, teaching the native Spanish language. He conducted his lessons through Spanish which is great for familarising yourself with pronounications and growing confidence in speaking the langauge, regardless of mistakes. It also great practice for conversations with natives. Juan is very patient, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend! Gracias Juan!
Reply from Juan: Hey Alison! Thank you so much!! This is very important for me.
From Yvonne (/5): (Junior Cycle Spanish) Juan was tutoring my son for Junior Cert Spanish and he found him excellent. We transitioned from face to face to virtual tutoring with no issues and I would have no hestitation recommending Juan.
Reply from Juan: I appreciate it Yvonne. He made an effort to adapt to online classes and now is working well. Thanks!
From Tom (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) I've been receiving in-person and online tutoring from Juan for about 2 months now, and I can fully recommend him. His lessons follow a logical structure whilst allowing you to go down avenues of personal interest, and he's very easy to get along with. Thanks Juan!
Reply from Juan: Thank you very much, Tom. That's important to me. I am also enjoying the lessons with you.
From Blaithin (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is an excellent teacher. He covers a wide range of material with me, and because of this I feel very well equipped for the Leaving Cert Oral as well as written exams. I would highly recommend Juan to anyone looking for Spanish classes.
Reply from Juan: Thank you so much Blaithin. We are working very well in class and I am very happy to have you as a student.
From Ira (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan you are a very gifted teacher. I love that you teach in Spanish and that, somehow from day one, I understand why you want me to do. You make the lessons fun and interesting - and logical - which is Very important for me. I like that you suggest movies, or even actors or film makers, as it gives me inspiration and the want to go out and investigate and learn about the Spanish culture. I have been singing your praises everywhere.
You are a fantastic teacher! You really are!
You are a fantastic teacher! You really are!
Reply from Juan: Thank you so much for your very kind words, Ira. This is very important for me.
I am sure that with such a good predisposition you will learn Spanish language and Spanish culture and whatever you want.
Thanks!
I am sure that with such a good predisposition you will learn Spanish language and Spanish culture and whatever you want.
Thanks!
From Veronica (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Juan is a very nice, helpful and dedicated teacher. My daughter really enjoys the classes and feel more confident speaking in Spanish. She is going into 5th Year & feels very confident studying Spanish for the leaving cert. She would like to study Languages at University. I would highly recommend Juan. Juan teaches my daughter online (Skype). We would recommend him highly
Reply from Juan: Thank you for your words, Veronica.
I am also enjoying the classes with Caroline.
I am also enjoying the classes with Caroline.
From Frank (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish)
Reply from Juan: Thanks Frank!
From Susan (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Early days yet but my son seems to be learning well and Juan is a very good teacher.
Reply from Juan: Thanks Susan! I will do my best for him to learn. Conor is a good learner.
From Anthony (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Excellent tutor, very helpful and friendly.
Reply from Juan: Thanks Anthony!!
From Suenia (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is an expert teacher. He manages to explain the meaning in many different ways until you get it! (these are normally the fun moments!)
His lessons are book based but he adapts to suit as needed. He is patient and every lesson is enjoyable. For anyone looking to learn Spanish, his is your guy!
His lessons are book based but he adapts to suit as needed. He is patient and every lesson is enjoyable. For anyone looking to learn Spanish, his is your guy!
Reply from Juan: Thank you so much for your friendly words! I am very grateful for having the opportunity of teaching and see that my students also enjoy my lessons.
From Niall (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Juan is an excellent tutor and a very nice man. He will tailor the lessons to your ability and learning style, I can highly recommend him!
Reply from Juan: Muchas gracias Niall! Delighted to get positive feedback from you.
From Michelle (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) Good teacher! I am enjoying the classes! Would recommend
Reply from Juan: Muchas Gracias Michelle! I am glad you are enjoying the classes! Keep it up!
From Conor (/5): (Adult / Casual Spanish) I have nothing but positive feedback. The classes were enjoyable and the way you related topics to everyday life made them easier to learn. the topics were also relevant topics. There is a good mix between speaking and learning from the book in class. The one thing i will try do a lot more myself when learning spanish again is listening to more tapes, i think this is one of the most important things that i did not realise, and how fast spanish is spoken.
Reply from Juan: Muchas gracias Conor! Thank you for your kind words. It’s a pleasure working with you!
From Frank (/5): (Senior Cycle Spanish) Excellent tutor !
Reply from Juan: Gracias Frank! You are an excellent student!