LoginAlberto - Bristol tutor
Information About Alberto:
Personal Description:
Hello! My name is Alberto, and I am a native Spanish tutor with over 12 years of experience helping students achieve their language goals.
I hold a BA in Fine Arts and a Master's in Secondary Education, along with specialised training in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language. After moving to the UK in 2014, I began working as a language tutor and have since built extensive experience teaching students of all ages and levels. I am also an accredited DELE examiner, which allows me to effectively prepare students for official Spanish qualifications.
My professional background includes teaching at various language schools and companies, supporting GCSE and A-Level Spanish students in secondary education, and working as a language tutor at the University of Bristol for a few years.
Whether you're preparing for exams, improving your conversational skills, or starting from scratch, I offer tailored lessons designed to help you progress with confidence.
Get in touch today and take the first step on your Spanish learning journey!
Teaching Experience:
·Sep 2024 - Present
GCSE & A-Level Spanish Exam Tutor - Bristol / UK
·Sep 2018 - Nov 2019:
Spanish Language Tutor - International House - Bristol / UK
·Jul 2018 - Sep 2020:
Spanish Language Tutor - Spen Languages - Bristol / UK
·Mar 2017 - Present:
Spanish Tutor for In-Company Language Training - Burges Salmon - Bristol / UK
·Sep 2016 - Jul 2019:
Spanish Language Tutor - School of Modern Languages - University of Bristol - Bristol / UK
·Oct 2016 - May 2017:
Spanish Language Assistant - Cotham School - Bristol / UK
·Apr 2014 - Present:
Spanish Language Tutor & Course Coordinator - Bristol Language School (BLS) - Bristol / UK
·Mar 2014 - Jan 2016:
Spanish Tutor for In-Company Language Training - Mapfre Asistencia - Bristol / UK
·Jan 2014 - Sep 2015:
Spanish Language Tutor - Hamilton House - Bristol / UK
·Oct 2013:
Spanish Language Tutor - Kedaro International Language School - Huelva / Spain
·Sep 2013:
Spanish Language Tutor - CLIC International House - Seville / Spain
EDUCATION
·Dec 2020 - Mar 2021
Teacher Subject Specialism Training (TSST) - Malmesbury School - UK
·Nov - Dec 2012
Teacher of Spanish as a Foreign Language (Certified by the IL3-Universitat de Barcelona)
CLIC International House - Seville / Spain
·Oct 2010 - Jul 2011:
MRes (Master of Research) - Art and Education: a constructionist learning
Faculty of Education Sciences - University of Seville / Spain
·Sep 2009 - Jun 2010:
Master`s Degree in Secondary Education, Vocational Training and Language Teaching
Faculty of Education Sciences - University of Seville / Spain
·Oct 2007 - Jul 2008:
Erasmus Programme - Athens School of Fine Arts - Greece
·Sep 2003 - Jul 2008:
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Faculty of Fine Arts - University of Seville / Spain
TRAINING MODULES, SHORT COURSES & FURTHER DEVELOPMENT
Safeguarding Against Deepfakes: Risks of Generative AI
Integrating AI into Classroom Practice for Assessment & Feedback
De-Escalation Strategies in Safeguarding
Certificate in Managing Difficult Conversations for Frontline Staff
Certificate in the Fundamentals of AI for Educators
Certificate in Sustainability & Climate Change for Parents & Carers
How to Engage Your Community to Support School Environmental Projects
Advanced Certificate in the Role of the Designated Sustainability Lead
How to Support Students with Eco-Anxiety
Certificate in Sustainability & Climate Education for Staff
Certificate in Online Safety for Teaching Staff
Certificate in Understanding Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
Certificate in Data Protection & GDPR for Staff
Effective Questioning Techniques: Enhancing Classroom Engagement
Practical Lesson Planning: Boosting Interactivity & Engagement
EEF Guidance: Boosting Pupil Progress with Scaffolding
Mastering Adaptive Teaching: Audit, Innovate, and Improve
Adaptive Teaching: Stretch and Challenge for All Pupils
Using Working Memory to Boost Learning and Retention
Certificate in Understanding EHCPs
Certificate in Preventing Sexual Harassment
Stress Awareness for Secondary Schools & Academies
Child Criminal Exploitation: Signs, Risks and Supporting Children and Families
Small Group Teaching - CREATE Level 1 workshop - University of Bristol
Feedback - CREATE level 2 workshop - University of Bristol
Lecturing - CREATE level 1&2 workshop - University of Bristol
Supporting Student Mental Health and Wellbeing
Year Abroad Essay Marking Workshop - University of Bristol
Self-regulated learning approaches in HE; Goal setting as conduit to incremental learning
QTS Certificate - National College of Teaching and Leadership
Tutoring Approach:
I offer Spanish lessons tailored to each student's needs, training all four language skills -- reading, writing, listening, and speaking -- with an emphasis on speaking and interaction.
Please contact if you would like more information, with no obligation.
Subjects Taught:
Qualifications:
- Teacher of Spanish as a Foreign Language CLIC International House - Seville / Spain
- Master of Research - Art and Education: a constructionist learning - University of Seville / Spain
- Master of Teaching [secondary education] - University of Seville / Spain
- Bachelor of Fine Arts School of Fine Arts - University of Seville / Spain
Further Information:
| Availability: | Weekdays (evenings) |
| Types of Tutoring: | Travels to you / Online |
| References Supplied? | Yes |
| Current DBS/CRB Check? | Yes |
| Additional Languages Spoken: | Greek, English, French |
