**KIMBERLY KNAPP**
Kimberly is a fun, energetic Spanish teacher from Calgary, Canada who now calls Oaxaca, Mexico "home." She has over 10 years of experience teaching languages to students of all ages, from around the world. Kimberly holds a B.A. in French & Spanish, a minor in Linguistics, a B.A. in Pedagogy, and a TESOL certification. She is a very patient teacher who loves creating exciting activities that encourage student interaction, communication, and expression. Kimberly loves connecting with her students, learning about their cultures, and sharing her own rich cultural background.
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**PAULA TORRES**
Paula is a lively and creative teacher who specializes in teaching Spanish, bilingual math, and ESL to elementary students. Additionally, she shares her passion for Spanish as a world language with middle schoolers. With over 8 years of teaching experience, including 3 years in Colombia and 5 years in a dual language school in North Carolina, Paula brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her classes. She holds a bachelor's degree in English/French Foreign Language Teaching and is currently pursuing a North Carolina teaching certification in Spanish Foreign Language Teaching.
Paula's teaching approach is student-centered, interactive, and collaborative. Inspired by her own love for learning, she strives to create engaging and dynamic learning experiences for her students.
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**ANNA RIVERA**
Meet Anna, a seasoned educator specializing in Elementary Math, ESL, and Reading with five years of teaching experience under her belt. Possessing a Bachelor's Degree and trained in the Rassias Method of teaching languages, Anna is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment for her students. Anna's teaching philosophy revolves around fostering a sense of belonging among her students, ensuring that each individual feels valued and supported in their learning journey. Inspired by her early experiences tutoring during high school, she embarked on a career in teaching to make a positive difference in students' lives. An interesting fact about Anna is her passion for figure skating, although she enjoys watching rather than participating in the sport!
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**ALEXANDRA HETTO**
Alexandra is an experienced educator specializing in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Spanish instruction for students ranging from age 4 to adults. With five years of teaching and seven years of tutoring experience, Alexandra holds a degree in Spanish Education and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
Alexandra adopts a student-centered approach to teaching, prioritizing student interests and tailoring lessons to meet individual learning needs. She creates a dynamic and enjoyable learning environment where students feel comfortable, ultimately yielding the best learning outcomes. Inspired by her passion for language and culture, Alexandra found her calling in teaching as a means to share her love for learning with others.