Portuguese Teacher & Tutor: Veronica Ponce de Leon
Private lessons in Austin, Texas, United States or online via telephone, voice chat, video conferencing.
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Profile of Veronica Ponce de Leon
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Date: February 3, 2010
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The Basics
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| Name: |
Veronica Ponce de Leon
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No student feedback
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| Self-study lessons:
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8 online lessons
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| Language(s) to teach: |
(N) = Also native language of teacher.
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Austin |
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Texas |
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United States |
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Teaching
Tutoring
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| Lessons delivery: |
Live in person
Telephone
Voice chat
Video conferencing
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Program Summary
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| Class sizes available: |
Private Lessons
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| Student proficiency levels: |
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
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| Facets available:
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Grammar
Conversation
Study Abroad
Business
Test Preparation
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Teaching Approach
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Before each class, you will receive a lição, via email. This document outlines the topics to be discussed and the exercises to be covered during your lesson as well as study material. The lições also serve as an important reference tool in the future. All lições are provided to students free of charge.
I offer a free introductory session to new students. Schedule your trial lesson now! My students have found my face to face online classes to be an inexpensive and convenient alternative meeting with a private tutor in person.
The online classes are via Skype, the free video conference program (www.skype.co m). Using this program you will be able to listen and see me. You only need a microphone and headphones. Taking Portuguese lessons on Skype allows you to learn from your home, office or anywhere you have an internet connection. Just hop on your computer, connect with your teacher on Skype and begin your Portuguese lesson. Learning Portuguese has never been so convenient!
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Program Description
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My classes are adapted to the personal needs of each student. Topics include conversation, grammar, writing and reading.
I teach specifically Brazilian Portuguese lessons, not European Portuguese. By concentrating only on Brazilian Portuguese, I focus on the rich linguistic and cultural idiosyncrasie s of the Portuguese language spoken in Brazil. So not only will you learn Brazilian Portuguese, but you will learn about the culture, customs and curiosities of Brazil.
As a native speaker of both Spanish and Portuguese (I was born and raised in Brazil by Argentine parents), I specialize in teaching Portuguese for Spanish speakers.
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Teaching Experience
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Veronica is from São Paulo, Brazil and has degrees in Journalism and Public Relations. She worked for Lula’s presidential campaign, served as Project Manager for a leading online media company and has taught private Portuguese lessons since 2004. She speaks fluent Portuguese, Spanish and English. She has extensive experience teaching one-on-one Portuguese to foreigners, ranging from beginner to advanced levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How do online Portuguese classes work?
Our online Portuguese classes are conducted using Skype, the free online video conferencing software. This technology allows students and teachers speak and see each other in real time via their computers. This is a close as you can get to sitting across the table from your teacher.
2. What kind of hardware and software do I need?
You a standard computer running Windows 2000/XP/Vista , Mac or Linux; at least 1 GHz processor; a minimum of 256MB RAM Broadband internet connection; speakers and a microphone; and webcam (Optional). You will also need Skype software, which can be downloaded for free here.
3. How do I install Skype?
Insta lling Skype is quick and easy. Just go click here to download. You will be walked through the installation process.
4. What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover cards as well as Paypal payments.
5. What are the teachers’ backgrounds?
All our teachers are native Brazilians with a university degree. They have previous experience teaching Portuguese to English speakers, and some have experience teaching Portuguese to Spanish speakers. Our teachers have worked with beginning to advanced Portuguese speakers.
6. What teaching methodology do you use?
Our goal is to increase your conversationa l fluency. Therefore, we place emphasis on conversation, infusing a mix of vocabulary, grammar and dialogue into the classes. Each student is different, however, making it necessary to tailor each class to the needs and goals of each student. If a student prefers to learn a certain way or would like to study a certain topic, we will adapt to your needs. After all, you are the client.
7. What kind of teaching materials do you use?
We have a series of proprietary lessons that we pass out to students. At times they are created just for a particular student.
8. Do you give a free trial lesson?
Yes. We offer a free trial lesson, where you will meet your teacher, discuss your goals in learning Portuguese, gage you level of Portuguese so we can develop a learning plan specific to your needs.
9. Do you have a money back guarantee?
Y es, we have a 100% money back guarantee. Although we do not expect this to be an issue, we do not believe you should be charged if you feel your class was not worthwhile. In order to receive a 100% money back guarantee, you must contact us within 24 hours of your class to be refunded your money. Refunds will only be made for the class for which you ask for a refund plus any remaining classes for which you may have already prepaid.
10. How do I book a class?
We provide you with an online calendar with the availability of your teacher. If you see an open time slot, send an email to our scheduling team, and we will reply with an email confirming your lesson time.
11. Do I pay before or after the class?
Lesso ns must be paid for 24 hours prior to the class. In order to receive discounts, 10+ classes must be booked in advance.
12. How do I pay for classes?
Our online Portuguese classes can be paid for by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover) or via a Pay Pal account. Once you book a class, we send you an email with an invoice that can be paid online. Opening a Pay Pal account is not necessary.
13. How many Portuguese classes do you recommend I take a week?
For serious students, we recommend three 55 minute classes per week. Three classes a week keeps learning fresh, the student in a rhythm and the pace of learning quick. We do, however, work with students taking only one class per week. Their learning pace is just slower than it would be with more lessons.
14. My schedule is not predictable. Are you flexible with scheduling?
We understand that you may have a busy and unpredictable schedule. Therefore as long as your teacher has availability in his or her schedule, we can rearrange classes.
15. What happens if I cannot attend a class and have to cancel?
If you must cancel a class, you will not be charged if you give us a notice of 24 hours and the credit will go to your next class. If you do not show up for a class or cancel a class within less than 24 hours, you will be charged full price for the lesson.
16. Do you teach on the weekends?
So me teachers do teach on the weekend. Please check with the availability of your teacher to see if this is an option.
17. What if I don’t like my instructor?
Although this is not normally been a problem, if you do no not feel comfortable with your teacher, we will place you with another teacher.
18. What if a instructor does not show up for class?
While this should not be a problem, if your instructor does not show up for a class, you will receive one class free.
19. What if the internet connection is poor or goes down?
If the internet connection is poor or goes down, the class will be rescheduled for a later date. Because it is difficult to tell from which end stems the problem, there will be no refund for the class.
20. How much are online Portuguese classes?
Cla sses are USD 24.95. If you book 10 or more at one time, the price per class is reduced to USD 19.95 per class.
21. Does the price include sales tax?
The price includes sales tax.
22. Do you recommend I take online Portuguese classes even if I am studying autonomously?
Yes, for maximum learning, we encourage our students to study on their own. Some of our students take university courses, use self-study software, or just teach themselves from a text book. Since we emphasize conversation, our classes are a perfect complement to self-study.
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Cost of Lessons
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Online classes are USD 24.95. If you book 10 or more at one time, the price per class is reduced to USD 19.95 per class.
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Activity
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| Profile Creation: |
April 29, 2009
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| Profile Last Edit: |
February 3, 2010
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| Last Login: |
January 23, 2011
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Contact Information
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