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Beginner Spanish Course Learn Greetings, Numbers, Conversation, & More - Part 1

Interactive 8-Week Online Spanish Class for Kids: Learn Greetings, Conversations, and More While Having Fun! Boost your child’s Spanish skills with engaging lessons, interactive activities, and plenty of opportunities to practice speaking.
Language First Academy by Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
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What's included

8 live meetings
4 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Students will be provided an optional workbook for homework. Homework is optional and feedback will be provided if it is submitted.
Certificate of Completion
Students are eligible to request a certificate of completion upon finishing the class.

Class Experience

US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
¡Hola and Hello! Welcome to our 8-Week Spanish Program that's not just a class but an adventure! This foundational course is your child's passport to unlocking the wonders of the Spanish language, and it's crafted with the perfect blend of excitement and learning.

What to Expect:

🎉 Engaging lessons taught in Spanish, sprinkled with just the right amount of English for clarity and classroom management. (50/50)
🧒 Tailored for elementary and early middle school students with little to no Spanish knowledge.
🌍 An exploration of key topics each week, building a solid foundation while making language learning a thrill.

Course Highlights:

PLEASE SEE SYLLABUS FOR EXACT PLAN 

Greetings, Introductions
Colors, Alphabet, Numbers 0-100, Likes & Dislikes
Seasons, Months & Days
High-Frequency Words
Common Expressions

Bonus Goodies:

📚 Optional printable workbook for hands-on learning.
📄 A treasure trove of free resources to supercharge your child's Spanish journey outside of class.

What's Next:

🔍 After conquering this course, personalized 1:1 private classes or private small group classes are ready to cater to your unique needs. 

Link to 1:1 Personalized Classes:
https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-private-tutoring-1-on-1-w-certified-teacher-ongoing-subscription-ZfxGJnxF?refuid=x9VAOdVJ


Link to Spanish 1 for ages 13 and up:

Live class: https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-1-full-curriculum-course-w-textbook-materials-KGWurGCG?refuid=x9VAOdVJ

Self-Paced class: https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-1-full-curriculum-for-semester-1-w-resources-self-paced-ydclDx6p?refuid=x9VAOdVJ

**There is a beginner part 2 class as well-please reach out for private class times**

About US:

🌈 Flexible, responsive, and bursting with creativity when planning lessons.
🤔 Questions or special requests? Don't hesitate to reach out!

This class isn't just a starting point; it's a launchpad for a language adventure like no other. Let's make learning Spanish a joyous expedition! ¡Vamos! 🚀✨

EXTRA INFO:

Hi! 👋 Welcome! Parents, guardians, and students, please carefully read this post to help you feel prepared for our class:

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policies 📅
Please make sure to read Outschool's cancellation and rescheduling policies to understand the protocol for canceling or missing classes. Feel free to message me with any questions. We will provide copies of the policy in our welcome post when enrolled as well.

Workbook 📚
You will see a workbook provided when you enroll. This is optional homework for the class, meant to supplement what we do together. We won't review it in class, but I will provide feedback outside of class if you complete and send it to me via a private message.

Joining the Class 💻
There is no Zoom link or ID/passcode needed. Outschool has embedded a bluish-purple "Join Meeting" button in the student's classroom. Click that button to enter the class. Please make sure you know how to log in before class. Teachers do not have access to your login info. For any tech issues, contact support@outschool or use the help button.

Issues or Concerns 🗣️
If you have any issues or concerns after speaking with a teacher, please reach out to Cait Townsley, the director. We want your experience on Outschool to be positive.

THANK YOU! 🌟

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Our teachers:

CAITLIN TOWNSLEY
Cait is an accomplished educator with a strong academic foundation. She holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in education, specializing in Spanish and English Linguistics & Literature 📚. Additionally, Cait is certified to teach in Pennsylvania 🍎 and holds international certifications in TESOL, AMET, and EBE ✈️. With 12 years of teaching experience under her belt, Cait has taught both English and Spanish 🌍 in various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, Thailand 🇹🇭, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Mexico 🇲🇽. In addition to her language expertise, she also offers beginner Italian and study skills courses for online learners.

ASHLEY HALEY
Ashley is a highly qualified educator with a diverse academic background. She holds a bachelor's degree in Social Work 🎓 and Spanish 📚, a master's degree in Education 🏫 specializing in English Language Learners 🌍, and an Education Specialist degree in School Leadership and Administration 🌟 with a focus on equity in education. 📜 Additionally, she is licensed to teach in Tennessee 🍎 and boasts an impressive 11 years of experience in the field. ✨ Her teaching journey has taken her to various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Colombia 🇨🇴, enriching her perspective and expertise. 🌟

MARY CARPER
Mary's educational journey is as diverse as it is impressive! 🌟 With a bachelor's degree in biology 🧬 and Spanish 📚, she's got a solid foundation. 🎓 Mary is also equipped with a TESOL teaching certificate 🌍, adding another feather to her cap. 🕊️ Having lived and taught both English and Spanish in the USA 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, and Colombia 🇨🇴, she's truly a global educator! 🌎 And guess what? This marks her 5th year in the teaching arena! 🎉

ALEX PANTAZI
🎓 Alex Pantazi is a certified teacher originally from near Chicago, USA. He graduated from Illinois State University with degrees in music education and music performance. After teaching high school music for one year in the United States, he moved to Spain to teach English, his native language. He taught in primary schools there for four years. Spain is also where Alex solidified his Spanish.📚🎶 Whether it be English, Spanish, or music, Alex loves helping students learn so they can become more genuinely confident and powerful in their own lives.

Learning Goals

Students will be able to greet and say goodbye to others in various ways.
Students will be able to ask others basic questions like how are you, what's your name, when is your birthday, what's your favorite color, do you have, do you prefer, etc.
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Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introductions, Greetings
 Together we will:
- review class expectations
- greet each other in Spanish
- learn to ask how are you and respond with 3 emotions
- learn other ways to greet beyond hola 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Alphabet, Letter Sounds
 Together we will:
- ask and tell our name
- ask and tell other's names
- identify the letters in Spanish and their sounds
-spell our names and basic words 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Numbers Part 1, Colors Part 1
 Together we will:
- review what we have learned in class 1 and 2
- count to 10 and spell correctly the numbers
- ask and give phone numbers
- identify the colors
- communicate if the color is light or dark 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Numbers Part 2, Colors Part 2
 Together we will:
- count 11-20 and spell them correctly
- identify the colors and use them to answer key questions about what colors we like and don't like as well as what colors we wear and like to paint with 
-build our speaking confidence 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
We welcome students with unique learning needs and will do our best to accommodate you. Please let us know how we can assist you.
Supply List
Please bring a notebook or paper and writing utensil to class.
 2 files available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
Spanish
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
All materials are provided (digital file with slides)
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kristen Paulson
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ms. Sam
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Marissa Cheney
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Alex Pantazi
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ashley Haley
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Moira Gilmore
Master's Degree in Education from Lipscomb University
Kristen Paulson
Master's Degree in Psychology from Trinity International Universty
Ms. Sam
Master's Degree in Elementary Education from University of Saint Joseph
Marissa Cheney
Master's Degree in Education from Lipscomb University
Ashley Haley
Master's Degree in Education from Central Connecticut State University
Moira Gilmore
Master's Degree in Education from Wilke's University
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
Kristen Paulson
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Trinity International Universty
Ms. Sam
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University
Marissa Cheney
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Illinois State University
Alex Pantazi
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Lipscomb University
Ashley Haley
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Shippensburg Univeristy
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Marian University
Mary Carper
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University
Moira Gilmore
All of our teachers are licensed and with several years of experience teaching and living abroad/speaking Spanish.

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1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min

Completed by 321 learners
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Ages: 8-13
3-10 learners per class

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