Realizing that my time in Spain is already half over reminded me that it’s about time for another update on my life here! So, here is a list of all the places in the Communidad de Madrid that I’ve explored so far (as of March 9, 2021): Places in Manzanares el Real El Embalse deContinue reading “Places I’ve Been So Far…”
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LA Final Project
Objectives: Students will be able to name Thanksgiving food vocabulary (turkey, corn, pumpkin pie, etc.) Students will be able to describe Thanksgiving traditions (eating a big meal, watching the parade, playing American football, etc.) Students will be able to describe simply the origins of Thanksgiving (the Pilgrims and Native Americans) Lesson Outline: The meat ofContinue reading “LA Final Project”
LA Program Reflection
Before this program, I was sure I would never teach anyone younger than 12 years old. I was sure I would end up teaching in a middle or high school setting when I do end up teaching. I was sure I didn’t have the patience or the classroom management skills to work with primary schoolContinue reading “LA Program Reflection”
Teaching Materials
First and Second Grade With my first graders, we often play games in small groups that the teachers have prepared ahead of time. With second grade, I often take the students out individually or in pairs to practice the vocabulary and key conversation questions we’re working with at the time. We use flashcards provided byContinue reading “Teaching Materials”
Manzanares el Real
I live and teach in the beautiful town of Manzanares el Real, just north of the city of Madrid. I enjoy the peaceful life of this small town, located at the base of La Pedriza, a natural park with lots of hiking trails, while also being a short ride away from the bustling city ofContinue reading “Manzanares el Real”
LA Program Portfolio
Welcome to my Language Assistant Portfolio! My name is Demi DiCarlo and I’m from the greater Boston area of Massachusetts in the United States of America. I’ve lived in many parts of Massachusetts, but never further than a short drive into the capital city of Boston. I recently graduated from Salem State University with aContinue reading “LA Program Portfolio”
English Language & Culture Assistant
Where in the world is Demi DiCarlo? Hi there! It’s about time for an update on my life in Spain! I’ve been placed in a primary school in the small town of Manzanares el Real in the Autonomous Community of Madrid, Spain. I work with first, second, and sixth graders for 16 hours a week.Continue reading “English Language & Culture Assistant”
Keeping Busy During Quarantine
One of the biggest challenges during the coronavirus pandemic for theatre artists is how to keep ourselves busy and expressing our creativity when our industry is virtually shut down indefinitely. When we aren’t allowed to gather in actual theatre spaces until it’s safe, what is a recent graduate with a theatre degree supposed to do?Continue reading “Keeping Busy During Quarantine”
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