Diego Ojea
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Diego Ojea
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Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
Galician
Native
English
Japanese
Specialties
KidsConversational approach to achieve your language goals!
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
Galician
Native
English
Japanese
Specialties
KidsConversational approach to achieve your language goals!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From SpainLiving in Vigo, Spain (13:27 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 26, 2023InterestsFilms & TV SeriesReadingMusic
Hi there! I'm an avid conversationalist who never runs out of things to talk about. With a passion for teaching, I thrive on helping others improve their intercommunication skills. Having spent ten years in Japan, I developed a deep appreciation for Japanese culture. I speak Spanish and English fluently and I have a basic level of Japanese. Additionally, I can comprehend Portuguese and communicate to some extent. Alongside my love for traveling, I enjoy collecting records, reading comics and manga, and exploring the world of film. Let's connect and share our interests while you learn or master a new language!Me as a Teacher
As a vocational teacher, I approach my lessons with meticulous preparation. Connecting with students at all levels, I strive to understand their needs and create a relaxed atmosphere based on trust, allowing language to flow smoothly. I adapt to each student's personality and goals, being flexible and supportive or assertive and strict when necessary. To stay updated, I constantly research the latest methodologies and incorporate digital and interactive tools such as Kahoo, Genially, Quizlet or Anki. I am always open to suggestions and firmly believe in the reciprocal nature of the teaching-learning process. As a teacher, I recognize that I can learn just as much from my students.My lessons & teaching style
Teaching Spanish and English is my forte. With experience in online instruction for the past five years, I have honed my skills to meet the highest levels of exigence. In Spanish, I cover Business Spanish, daily-life Spanish, exam preparation (DELE, SIELE, etc.), and conversational Spanish. For English, I offer Business English, English for sports trainers, language perfection, conversational English, English for children, and exam preparation (TOEFL, Cambridge, and more). I adapt my approach, whether teaching groups or individuals, to cater to the specific needs of each student. Let's embark on a language-learning journey together!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Audio files
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Text Documents
Certificates
Certificate of Proficiency in English - Cambridge Assessment English - 2022
Certificate verified
Magister en Enseñanza de Español a Extranjeros - Universidad Complutense de Madrid - 2012630 hours Master's degree. As part of the Master's degree I worked for 3 months at their Spanish LanguageCenter as a trainee teacher. In addition, I actively served as an examiner in various DELE speaking tests in collaboration with Instituto Cervantes.
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Diploma Magisterio Primaria - Universidad de Vigo - 2010This diploma allows me not only to teach Physical Education lessons from the first to the sixth grade, but also to teach English, Spanish Language and Literature, Mathematics, etc. All these subjects were part of the curriculum for the Diploma, along with other specific subjects for early childhood education training, such as Pedagogy or Didactics.
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Teaching experience
2013 - 2019
English Instructor / Teacher TrainerTeaching English to kids at various academies, elementary schools, and nursery schools in Japan allowed me to cultivate exceptional teaching skills. I honed my ability to engage with children and their families, fostering English language learning within the community.
2019 - 2023
Spanish InstructorHaving worked at Berkeley House Language Center for 4 years, I have gained invaluable experience and honed my teaching skills, including online teaching expertise and effective use of digital resources. My time there equipped me with a deep understanding of language instruction, online pedagogy, and the integration of technology in education.
Education
2010 - 2011
Master's - Máster en Enseñanza de Español para Extranjeros630 hours Master's degree. As part of the Master's degree I worked for 3 months at their Spanish LanguageCenter as a trainee teacher. In addition, I actively served as an examiner in
various DELE speaking tests in collaboration with Instituto Cervantes.
2021 - 2021
Master's - 40 hours Grammar EndorsmentComplementary English Grammar Course to the TESOL/TEFL Master's certificate
2021 - 2021
Master's - TEFL/TESOL Teaching English Certificate120 hours Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language.
2002 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Bachelor's Degree in Physical EducationThis degree, combined with my English language proficiency certifications, legally qualifies me to teach English in the Spanish Elementary School system.
Work Experience
2013 - 2019
English Teacher / Teacher's TrainerTeaching English to kids at various academies, elementary schools, and nursery schools in Japan allowed me to cultivate exceptional teaching skills. I honed my ability to engage with children and their families, fostering English language learning within the community.
2020 - 2023
Spanish InstructorHaving worked at Berkeley House Language Center for 4 years, I have gained invaluable experience and honed my teaching skills, including online teaching expertise and effective use of digital resources. My time there equipped me with a deep understanding of language instruction, online pedagogy, and the integration of technology in education.
5.0
Rating
193
Students
1,515
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
139 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Mejorando desde la gramática y el vocabulario (Grammar and Vocabulary Booster)
A1 - C1Language Essentials354 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 5% off
Primeros Pasos (Beginner Time)
A1 - B1Language Essentials189 lessons completed
USD 27.00+
Package with 5% off
¡Hablemos!
A2 - C2Conversation611 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 6% off
Hablemos los 3! (Hablemos duo)
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 34.00+
Package with 2% off
Hola niños! (Hello Kids!)
A1 - C1Kids0 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
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63 Reviews
Darcy
40 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Diego always prepares lessons that work specifically for me. For me, I want to talk and tell stories and hear stories (in other words, have a conversation, which quickly illuminates what I don't know how to say), which then leads us to a lesson and homework relevant to our initial conversation.
Apr 10, 2024
Amanda A
28 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
For 2-3 months, Diego has helped me practice Spanish to prepare for walking the Camino de Santiago. When I went on the trip, I was able to communicate effectively along the camino in albergues, shops, restaurants, and with other peregrinos. This preparation made my trip so much more fulfilling and transformative, and I'm very grateful to be one of Diego's students!
Even though my trip is over, I'm looking forward to taking more lessons so that I can keep talking to others, reading and writing, and listening to Spanish media. I recommend Diego to anyone looking to learn Spanish in a fun and friendly way that will boost your confidence and make you love the language.
Apr 1, 2024
Tim S
5 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Had a fantastic lessons with Diego! He is a great teacher, showing a great deal of patience, offering detailed explanations, all the while being easy to talk to. He adapted the lesson perfectly to my level of Spanish, and we covered a range of interesting topics. I learned lots of new expressions, vocabulary, and gained some interesting insights on the development of Spanish as a language. Also, his teaching approach is very positive and motivating, as he points out any mistakes in a helpful, constructive way. I will definitely schedule more lessons!
Sep 13, 2023
petersw17
23 Spanish lessons
We reviewed previous weeks home work and talked about things in the past tense.
Great class
Thank you
Nov 15, 2024
petersw17
23 Spanish lessons
I found the class difficult but very rewarding. But I do find that these classes the best. The classes teach me new things but also point out areas that need improvement. The homework helps me focus on specific areas.
Thank you Diego !
Nov 5, 2024
petersw17
23 Spanish lessons
Great class again. We discussed UK and Spanish festivals.
Oct 31, 2024
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