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My Philosophy
I believe language learning should be dynamic, engaging, and tailored to each student. Consistent with the latest research into second language acquisition, the lessons at Ositos English combine speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary, and grammar into every session, ensuring a well-rounded approach to language development. For students ready to expand their skills further, I also encourage writing practice through optional take-home assignments.
Adaptability is a core tenet of my approach, with lessons designed to cater to different age groups, skill levels, and individual needs. While beginner lessons focus primarily on foundational skills like basic vocabulary and pronunciation, they also introduce essential grammar concepts such as forming simple questions, using the verb to be, and making negative statements. These skills prepare students for more structured grammar instruction as they approach the intermediate level.
For more advanced learners, Ositos English places a strong emphasis on real-world communication and the use of authentic resources. This strategy not only helps build language proficiency but also fosters confidence and broadens students’ understanding of the world around them.
Originality in Lesson Design
I believe language learning should be dynamic, engaging, and tailored to each student. Consistent with the latest research into second language acquisition, the lessons at Ositos English combine speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary, and grammar into every session, ensuring a well-rounded approach to language development. For students ready to expand their skills further, I also encourage writing practice through optional take-home assignments.
Adaptability is a core tenet of my approach, with lessons designed to cater to different age groups, skill levels, and individual needs. While beginner lessons focus primarily on foundational skills like basic vocabulary and pronunciation, they also introduce essential grammar concepts such as forming simple questions, using the verb to be, and making negative statements. These skills prepare students for more structured grammar instruction as they approach the intermediate level.
For more advanced learners, Ositos English places a strong emphasis on real-world communication and the use of authentic resources. This strategy not only helps build language proficiency but also fosters confidence and broadens students’ understanding of the world around them.
Diverse Background, Extensive Experience
I bring over a decade of classroom teaching experience and private one-on-one classes to adults across three countries along with more than eight years of online instruction to children. My academic background includes a Master’s degree in History while my teaching perspective has been enhanced through extensive travel throughout Latin America. Highly proficient in Spanish, I understand the challenges non-native speakers face in learning a second language and use this insight to support my students’ learning.
Beyond teaching, my wide-ranging interests—sports, cooking, animals, space, science, and current events— contribute significantly to the classroom experience. Whether discussing historical events, teaching basketball vocabulary, or exploring our solar system, I aim to make English learning not just educational but also deeply engaging and applicable to the student’s world.
Beginner Levels 1 and 2
Age Range: 5 to 10 years old
Target Students: Children with little to no prior exposure to English
Focus: Foundational skills in vocabulary, pronunciation, and essential grammar concepts
In the introductory lessons, students are introduced to the English alphabet, basic greetings, and simple vocabulary, including common verbs such as to be, to have, to want, and to like. They also learn colors, numbers and animal names, through appealing and interactive activities designed to build confidence and familiarity with the language.
As students progress, they expand their vocabulary learning words related to basic topics such as food, time, clothing, places, and weather. Grammar topics include the simple present tense, prepositions of place, the present progressive tense, forming questions and negatives, and article usage.
GOAL SUMMARY
Confidently introduce themselves and others.
Name and describe common objects, animals, and everyday items.
Speak about simple daily routines, such as “I wake up at 7 o’clock” or “I eat breakfast.”
Intermediate Levels 1 and 2
Age Range: Older children to teenagers (or equivalent language proficiency levels)
Target Students: : Students ready to connect language learning to everyday situations and expand conversational skills
Focus: Real-life applications, critical thinking, and vocabulary expansion, with increased emphasis on vocabulary, grammar and conversational skills
This stage builds on basic language skills, encouraging students to apply their learning to practical scenarios. Vocabulary expands through engaging materials like short stories, basic science and nature articles, and multimedia resources. Activities include real-world scenarios such as ordering food, outlining vacation plans, or discussing weekly events.
Grammar topics include past tense (regular and irregular verbs), modal verbs (can, must, should), future forms (will, going to), and comparatives (bigger, more interesting).
GOAL SUMMARY
Communicate confidently in conversational English.
Apply critical thinking to analyze and summarize stories, videos, and articles.
Use intermediate grammar structures accurately.
Advanced Levels 1 and 2
Age Range: Suitable for older children, teenagers, or equivalent language proficiency levels
Target students : Learners aiming to refine their mastery of English and engage in advanced discussions
Focus: Critical thinking, nuanced communication, and cultural literacy through authentic materials and complex grammar
Students explore diverse topics like science, history, sports, global cuisine, and current events using resources such as literature excerpts, news articles, and multimedia. Grammar instruction includes advanced topics like wish structures, conditional tenses (including mixed), phrasal verbs, idioms, and complex structures (e.g., inversions and tag questions).
GOAL SUMMARY
Analyze and interpret real-world texts independently.
Use advanced grammar accurately in spoken and written communication.
Be able to discuss abstract or specialized topics.
Expand vocabulary across specialized areas to promote detailed communication skills .
Expand cultural awareness through exposure to global topics.
Conversation & Vocabulary
Age range: Suitable for teenagers and adults
Target students : Learners who want to focus on conversational fluency or explore specific topics of interest
Focus: Tailored lessons emphasizing real-world communication, vocabulary building, and topic-specific discussions
These lessons are highly personalized to align with student interests. Topics may include science, the animal kingdom, sports, current events, history, and global cuisine. Grammar is addressed minimally and only as needed to clarify language use.
GOAL SUMMARY
Build fluency and confidence in conversational English
Expand topic-specific vocabulary to enhance precision in communication.
Strengthen listening and comprehension through engagement with authentic resources.
Develop cultural awareness and the ability to articulate opinions on complex issues.
Starting at the intermediate level, lessons can be adapted for adult learners.
Periodic progress reports are available to students and/or parents to track improvement and goals.
CONTACT:
BRIANHUNTER@OSITOSENGLISH.NET
OSITOSENGLISH@OUTLOOK.COM