Meet Maigualida (Maia)
Your Experienced Language Professor and Author
Maigualida (Maia) Rak /my gwah lee dah/, Professor Universidad Simon Bolivar, Caracas, Venezuela and a Master’s degree in TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) and has been teaching in Vermont for the past 8 years.
With incredible reviews and very happy students, she is proficient in the use of modern teaching techniques. Maigualida has in-depth knowledge of creating an interactive atmosphere for students in order to expedite learning.
What I Specialize In
Focus on conversation skills - a language immersion method. Think in Spanish!
Unique ability to identify your skill level, catering your class to suit your capabilities
A knack for correcting students without making them feel self-conscious
A teaching style that puts you at ease immediately. The classes are always informative, dynamic, and filled with laughter.
“I have taken both a beginner group class and private tutoring sessions with Maigua. Both of these formats have rapidly improved my comprehension and speaking skills.”
- Amanda
“As a high school student preparing to study abroad in Spain, my three years of Spanish classes in school have done nothing for me compared to what Maigualida has done for me”
- Annabelle E.
“Maigualida, in Burlington, Vt is by far the best tutor I’ve ever had. She teaches by the language immersion method.”