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Spanish with Orville F.

Chula Vista, California

4.9
(14)
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Teaches online
Enseña todos los niveles de habilidad
Age: 5+
Habla English, Spanish, Portuguese
Enseñando desde 2002
Translation & Interpretation; Extension Courses
  • 1 Repeated Students

Start speaking Spanish with an experienced teacher (22 years).

You can expect to begin speaking in Spanish from our very first lesson! My classes are student-centered, offering you a focus on your interests and goals, which is very different from a group class. So, by the time you travel or apply for a job with perks for bilingual people, you'll have plenty to say! I help adults increase their adventure (travel) or improve job security by becoming more fully fluent. This includes Spanish for Health Care Professionals, so if you're a nurse or EMT, write me about customized classes to help you with work. Moving abroad? It's both easier *and* more fun when you speak the language! For children, I've tutored both private and public school students. I look forward to helping parents get some "Me Time" for themselves! During my classes of 30 minutes or a full hour, parents can rest or talk to a friend while I engage the student(s) in fun learning! Ask me for references from happy parents who can tell you what class was like!

Detalles del instructor

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Teaching Hours

Lunes
8 AM-9 AM
9:30 AM-1:30 PM
Martes
8 AM-9 AM
9:30 AM-10 AM
11 AM-12 PM
12:30 PM-4 PM
4:30 PM-6 PM
Miércoles
8 AM-9 AM
11 AM-12 PM
12:30 PM-3:30 PM
6 PM-7 PM
Viernes
8 AM-9 AM
9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Horarios en la hora local de (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Precios
30 minutos
15 US$
60 minutos
24 US$

Acerca de Orville F.

4.9
(14)
Hi, I'm Orville (if that's difficult, you can call me "O")! I bring the world to you by teaching you in English Class or Spanish Class! I like to encourage your growth toward better language skills! Adults benefit from being bilingual for travel and/or retirement! Children/teens get higher scores on speaking and writing in English or Spanish. The last 14 years have been focused on helping people enjoy languages. I hope you'll be next! Contact me to get started!
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14 Reviews
julio
En línea
I am extremely pleased with the English classes I had over the course of 15 days. Orville, was exceptional in his work and his ability to explain the language in a clear and understandable way. The classes were always enjoyable and interesting, and I greatly appreciated how he tailored the content to my personal interests, making the learning even more relevant and engaging for me. His keen observation in correction and his pleasant personality make me highly recommend him to any student looking to improve their English.
Posteado 18 jun 2024
anthony
En línea
Great teacher so far . Thanks
Posteado 14 jun 2024
Lisa
En línea
Orville is a great tutor; he is patient, and his technique is conducive to learning, by guiding you through what you already know and expanding on that knowledge. I enjoy working with him.
Posteado 12 jun 2024
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Experiencia

Certified Medical Interpreter

Oct, 2021 - Present

Orville Fitz-Henley

In addition to teaching, I interpret (translate the *spoken* word) for doctors and patients to provide understanding between them. It's a dance between English and Spanish - and it blends well with my language teaching (see below)!

Medical Interpreter

Oct, 2013 - Mar, 2015

Magenta Trans-Services

Interpreted between English and Spanish for medical appointments, specifically orthopedic visits.

Medical Interpreter

Jan, 2012 - May, 2014

Interpreters Unlimited

Interpreted between English and Spanish for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy appointments for children and adults. Helped the patients to feel they had communicated their needs and helped the doctors to feel they had received the information needed to make a decision about treatment.

Spanish and English Teacher; International Tour Guide

Mar, 2010 - Present

Orville Fitz-Henley, Certified Language Instructor

Students say classes are fun and that I'm patient and encouraging. My travels and living abroad lend a depth and breadth to the lessons: experience Spain, Mexico, Panama, and more with me!

Bilingual Substitute Teacher

Sep, 2002 - Jun, 2021

San Diego Unified School District

Teach English and Spanish to all grades, K-12, earning the title "The Super Sub"!; taught other subjects, including Algebra, Geometry, and basic French (French level 1-2).

Educación

Bach. Sc., Natural Resources & Conservation

Aug, 1995 - May, 1999

University of Florida

Translation & Interpretation; Extension Courses

Aug, 2012 - May, 2013

University of California at San Diego

Certifications

CBEST

Mar, 2002

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Passing the exam is required of all California educators.

Certified Medical Interpreter

Oct, 2021

National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters

The tests assess one's ability to both understand and speak Spanish and English at a level high enough to interpret for a doctor and his/her patient. (Interpreting is what is often called "spoken translation".)

TEFL Certification

Sep, 2018

Bridge TEFL

120-hour course designed to impart all the skills needed to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) at the highest levels.

Awards

Advanced Spanish Speaker Status

Jun, 2021

ACTFL - Language Testing Institute

Idiomas

Portugués

Competencia limitada

Inglés

Dominio fluido / nativo

Español

Dominio fluido / nativo

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