Rafa
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Rafa
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Spanish
Native
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English
Norwegian
Russian
German
Other
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
Norwegian
Russian
German
Other
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From SpainLiving in Cadiz, Spain (07:33 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Oct 14, 2019InterestsFilms & TV SeriesArtWritingHistoryMusic
I am a family guy: have two kids, a dog and a beautiful wife. I love to write and to teach. I like comics, music, movies and videogames. Yup, I am a nerd. I have some blue ribbons on writing: poetry, journalist articles, and the sort.
I have two grades (Journalist and Philology) and three master grades.
One limitation, to avoid misunderstandings, I only teach adults now.Me as a Teacher
Teaching is a late calling for me.
In July, 2010, I obtained the Master in Teaching (Bolonia endorsed). I had been a support teacher in Middle and High Schools, an English teacher in Spain and a teacher of Spanish abroad (a year and a half in Norway as a ‘spansklærer’), and this year I was offered the chance to become a teacher in the Spanish Department in the Southern Federal University at Rostov on Don (Yu-Fu).
Tough as I said I had experience teaching kids and youngsters, right now I dont want to have this kind of students and less if it is unannounced and without giving me the chance to decide if I want them or not (two experiences of the sort lately)My lessons & teaching style
A language is something beyond grammar and spelling. It is the Culture (and the culture) of its people, it is to learn to understand how 45 million Spaniards and over 400 million people all over the world live and think and relate to each other. I want to open this world to my students. Therefore I will offer them a journey through Spanish history, arts, and societyto raise their imagination and feed their minds. A most rewarding occupation.
I adapt my lessons to my pupils/students, I focus on a conversation-based approach, but I can also teach grammar and vocabulary. If you have any material that you need to discuss, I am willing to work it out with you.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Flashcards
- Homework Assignments
- Test templates and examples
- Articles and news
- Video files
- Audio files
- Text Documents
Certificates
Proficiency of English - C2 - University of Cambridge - 2019
Certificate verified
Education
2012 - 2020
Bachelor’s - Filología HispánicaA falta de entregar el Trabajo de Fin de Grado, mi expediente académico
1983 - 1987
Bachelor’s - PeriodismoCiencias de la Información, Rama Periodismo.
2020 - 2024
Doctorate - Theory of Literature and Comparative LiteratureIn my fourth year as a PhD student. Getting there, : )
2009 - 2010
Master's - Master en EnseñanzaMáster del Profesorado de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria y Bachillerato, Formación Profesional y Enseñanza de Idiomas en la Universidad de Cádiz . Especialidad de Lengua, Literatura, Latín y Griego.
Work Experience
2012 - 2019
spansklærerTambién he sido profesor de refuerzo de la Junta (PROA), en distintos institutos de Educación Secundaria y Bachillerato, como en el IES La Granja de Jerez, o en el IES La Arboleda de El Puerto de Santa María
Dí clases en la Universidad Federal del Sur en Rostov del Don (Federación Rusa) durante mi estancia allí (febrero a julio)
4.9
Rating
167
Students
595
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
32 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
The ABC of Spanish- Absolute beginners// El ABC del Español
A1 - A2Conversation121 lessons completed
USD 17.00
Package with 14% off
Free conversation// Conversación libre
C1 - C2Conversation360 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 13% off
Español general – Intermediate and advanced students
B1 - B2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 11% off
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101 Reviews
Marco Ferrara
9 Spanish lessons
Rafa es un profesor que te lleva de manera muy divertida, pero con muchas informaciones, datos y ejemplos, en el mundo de los hispanohablantes
Feb 22, 2024
Julia
18 Spanish lessons
Rafa is a wonderful teacher. He is extremely knowledgeable, knows several languages, and has a warm, lively personality that made me feel like I was chatting with a friend from the first time we met. I learned a lot of colorful Spanish expressions from him, as well as many facts about Spanish culture and society. Un besote, Rafa, ¡ojalá nos veamos en Andalucía!
Nov 19, 2023
Ariadna
1 Spanish lesson
Rafa is a great conversationalist and I had a great first lesson! We talked about many different things - from philosophy, to films, and music, while laughing the whole time. It was a great time and I'm looking forward to having another chat soon. Highly recommended!! :)
Nov 6, 2023
Carl
7 Spanish lessons
Rafa is a truly great teacher. I have looked forward to every lesson and they have all been thoroughly enjoyable!
Oct 24, 2023
Nina
2 Spanish lessons
Couldn't have asked for a more inspiring lesson centred on poetry and history. I feel very priveidged to be having lessons with such an intelligent and knowledgable teacher who makes learning so meaningful and entralling. I highly recommend Rafa to anyone who has a serious interest in understanding the Spanish language, history and culture.
Oct 19, 2023
Nina
2 Spanish lessons
Excelent teacher, with clear diction. Rafa is a natural communicator. I was put at ease from the moment the lesson began. The class was interesting and varied and I learnt a great deal from the methods Rafa used to help me improve and remember vocabulary and grammar points.. I couldn't have asked more from a lesson. It was dynamic and extremely informative. Looking forward to booking regular classes.
Oct 18, 2023
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