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Hello! My name is Lissette, and below you will find the story of how I became an expert in Spanish conversation. You can also read a selection of reviews about my services. There are approximately fifty reviews available online.

Please call or text me to discuss your reasons for seeking Spanish lessons. Communication via email is less effective; texting is a faster way to reach me. We can then schedule a class. Reach me at 702-934-6485 or 323-405-2383.

ABOUT ME

EXPERIENCED SPANISH TEACHER: I possess twenty-five years of experience instructing Spanish. I have guided students from beginner to advanced proficiency levels. Over these many years of teaching, I have developed an intuitive understanding of language acquisition. My students have included high school and college students aiming to excel in their Spanish courses, professionals seeking to conduct business in Spanish-speaking nations, and individuals learning for personal reasons.

Native Speaker: I did not speak English until I was eighteen years old. As a native Spanish speaker, I have been reading novels from Latin America and Spain since my middle school years. I was raised around Spanish nuns who placed great emphasis on linguistic precision. I tested out of college language requirements by passing an advanced Spanish exam and began teaching Spanish after graduation.

Advanced English and Spanish Skills: My deep understanding of both English and Spanish allows me to explain complex Spanish concepts and phrases in English, which accelerates the learning process. I will also help you comprehend the differences between Spanish and English to avoid confusion with challenging grammar rules and sentence structure.

Education: After a lifetime of speaking only Spanish, I attended Ohio State University and earned a degree in Journalism and Advertising. Subsequently, I obtained a Master’s degree in Telecommunications Arts from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. I graduated with honors from both programs and was awarded a full fellowship for my master’s studies. Since then, I have worked in the arts for many years while consistently teaching students on the side. My arts background includes owning a venue for several years that hosted music performances, comedy events, and theatrical plays.

California (CSET) Test: I took the Spanish subject examinations required to teach in California (CSET) and achieved top scores in all categories: linguistics, reading comprehension, culture, grammar, literature, and spoken and written expression. You can be confident in my superior language skills. My English skills are also robust due to my educational background.

I Know Grammar Rules by Heart: With over two decades of teaching and tutoring high school and college students, I can effectively teach grammar rules while incorporating spoken drills and conversational practice in Spanish.

Complete Process from Beginning to Advanced: I have assisted students in learning Spanish from the ground up to an advanced level, often forming lasting personal relationships as I help them maintain and sharpen their language skills, including for professional purposes. Over time, I refine my students\' diction and aid their transition into Spanish-speaking countries, jobs requiring Spanish, or joining a Spanish-speaking family.

CLIENTS INCLUDE:

• Second-generation Latinos seeking to bridge the gap between their foundational Spanish and advanced proficiency.
• Individuals relocating to a Spanish-speaking country.
• Clients wishing to learn Spanish to communicate with relatives.
• Students conducting business in Latin America or Spain.
• Owners of vacation homes in Spanish-speaking countries.
• Individuals who want to learn Spanish to speak with their partner and children.
• Students preparing for the Spanish teaching certification test in California.

I have assisted employees in understanding their coworkers and supervisors, and helped managers communicate instructions effectively. My clientele encompasses lawyers, doctors, nurses, TV personalities, film stars, wait staff, diplomats, contractors, financial investors, entrepreneurs, singers, working actors, thespians, writers, TV producers, editors, office personnel, librarians, fashion designers, interior designers, politicians, Spanish teachers, dentists, psychologists, PhD students, Peace Corps volunteers, police officers, record industry professionals, and more.

MY ARTS TRAINING AND WORK

My training and professional experience in the arts, including singing and production, have enabled me to help other performers learn Spanish. Links to some of my artistic work are provided below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykAx5PPKD24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNYsui3wa_Y

I have aided students who wish to learn or write Spanish songs. As a singer who has appeared in music videos on national television, I enjoy supporting others in their musical and acting endeavors.

MY CLIENTS IN THE ARTS:

• Actors requiring help with scripts, including those who have secured TV roles.
• Writers needing translation of their scripts for television.
• Entertainers preparing for interviews.
• Screenwriters who must deliver speeches in Spanish.
• Emmy-winning entertainers, writers, and directors looking to enhance their Spanish.
• Actors working to master a specific accent for a play, TV show, or film.

AVERAGE TIMETABLE TO LEARN SPANISH

From One to Three Months: Transactional Spanish for travel or tourism. Basic conversational Spanish.

From Three to Six Months: Understanding sentence structure and communicating using simple phrases. Ability to hold short conversations.

From Six Months to a Year: Client skills typically include:

• Sustaining simple conversations with new acquaintances and Spanish-speaking friends.
• Becoming accustomed to speaking Spanish and maintaining one-on-one dialogues.
• Conversing using several verb tenses.
• Sustaining employment that requires basic, intermediate, or advanced Spanish skills through interaction with coworkers and clients.

From One Year On: Students enter an intermediate or advanced phase, feeling more comfortable exploring advanced books and television shows. At this stage, they converse with confidence, polishing their knowledge and achieving greater precision in conversations with Spanish speakers.

LEGAL AND MEDICAL VOCABULARY CLASSES

Specialized vocabulary expansion classes in Medical Spanish and Legal Spanish are available for interested healthcare workers and lawyers.