Experienced and fun language teacher for Spanish as a foreign language (ELE - ESL)

From 37.51 £ /h

¡Hola a todos!

My name is Patricia. I'm a certified native Spanish teacher. I've been teaching Spanish and English as foreign languages since 2004, and I've fallen in love with my job a little more every year :)

I studied Spanish Philology and Literature and learned how to become a teacher at Universidad Nacional de Salta, Argentina. I've also completed a specific ELE training certification from Universidad Europea Madrid, and I'm certified as DELE examiner by Instituto Cervantes.

I'm a committed, responsible, and professional individual who is always eager to learn new things and is continually engaged in ongoing training. My patience knows no limits, and I can find a thousand ways to explain something if necessary.

I can make a course specifically tailored for you, according to your knowledge, needs, interests, and requests. In more than 20 years of teaching, I've never given the same course twice. I can compile and produce custom-made study material for you. Since I'm passionate about Spanish, I've studied its different varieties around the world, so I can guarantee that with my classes, you'll be able to have a proper conversation in any Spanish-speaking country.

Over the years, I've worked with a wide variety of students, from young adults to adults, from complete beginners to proficient people who just wanted to practice speaking. I also help students prepare for the DELE exams, I've done so in the past with excellent results.

I'm in love with languages and communication, and teaching is my calling and my passion. With me, grammar will never be an issue; furthermore, I can promise you that you'll enjoy it and have fun! :-D

I'd be more than happy to discuss with you the best way for you to learn from scratch or improve your Spanish in no time.

Don't hesitate to send me a message :)

¡Hasta pronto!

Extra information

Classes include custom-made study material, access to the school's library, and attendance to cultural events.

Location

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At teacher's location :

Franklinstraat, 1221 HA Hilversum, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

About Me

¡Hola a todos!

My name is Patricia. I'm a native Spanish speaker and a teacher. I've been teaching Spanish and English as second languages since 2004 and every day I enjoy my job even more!

I did my Spanish Philology and Literature studies and learned how to become a teacher at the National University of Salta.

I'm a committed, responsible and professional person, who is always eager to learn new things and in permanent training. My patience is infinite and I can find around a thousand ways to explain something if it's necessary :)

I can make a course specifically for you, according to your knowledge, needs, interests, and requests. In 14 years of doing this, I've never taught the same course twice. I can even compile and produce tailor-made study material for you. Since I'm absolutely passionate about Spanish, I've studied its different varieties around the world, so I can guarantee that with my classes you'll be able to speak in any Spanish speaking country.

Over the years I've worked with a wide variety of students from teenagers to adults, from complete beginners to proficient people who just wanted to practice speaking. I also help students prepare for the DELE exams, I've done so in the past several years with excellent results.

I'm in love with languages and communication and teaching is my calling, my passion. With me grammar will never ever be an issue, furthermore, I can promise you that sometimes you'll even enjoy it and have fun!

I'd be more than happy to discuss with you what is the best way for you to learn from scratch or improve your Spanish/English in no time.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you!

Education

• Teaching and Bachelor studies in Philology and Universal Literature at Universidad Nacional de Salta, Salta, Argentina.
• Seminar La Didáctica del Español como Lengua Extranjera (Teaching methodology for Spanish as a second language) at Universidad Nacional de Salta, Argentina.
• Seminar IV Encuentro de Lenguas Aborígenes y Extranjeras (Encounter of Foreign and Native Languages) and seminar III Encuentro de Lenguas Aborígenes y Extranjeras (Encounter of Foreign and Native Languages), Department of Modern Languages, Universidad Nacional de Salta, Argentina.
• English Philology studies at Instituto de Estudios de Inglés (I.E.I.), Salta, Argentina.

Experience / Qualifications

• Private face-to-face and online ELE, ESL and DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera) teacher in Languages with Pato, Hilversum, NL.
• Private face-to-face and online ELE, ESL and DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera) teacher in Dossenheim, Germany.
• Freelance translator and proofreader English/Spanish for Duolingo, Hotelchamp, Famous Birthdays among others.
• Studies coordinator and ELE/ESL teacher at Spanish Lessons in Salta, Argentina
• ESL teacher for employees at the mining company ADY Limited Resources, Enirgi Group in Salta, Argentina.
• ELE teacher for American students beneficiaries of the Fulbright Scholarship Program in Salta, Argentina.
• Spanish Language and Literature teacher for 14, 15, 16 year-old students at Instituto San Bernardo in Salta, Argentina.
• ELE teacher at Instituto de Idioma y Cultura Bien Argentino, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Spanish Language and Literature teacher and organizer of studying workshops for 12 and 13 year-old students at Escuela de Comercio Nº 5.083 Dr. Victorino de la Plaza, Salta, Argentina.
• Spanish Language and Literature teacher for 12 and 13 year-old students and Culture and Communication teacher for 16 and 17 year-old students at Colegio de Jesús, Salta, Argentina.
• Organizer and teacher of a Spanish Language and Literature workshop for 13 and 14-year-old students at Colegio Secundario Nº 5029 Ejército del Norte, Salta, Argentina.
• Lecturer at several workshops on Spanish Language and Literature at Colegio Secundario Nº 5035 Batalla de Salta, Argentina.
• Substitute teacher of Spanish Language and Literature for 12 to 18-year-old students at Colegio Salesiano Ángel Zerda and Colegio de Jesús in Salta, Argentina.
• Lecturer and organizer of a Reading Comprehension and Writing workshop for students with communication difficulties at Colegio de Jesús, Salta, Argentina.
• Lecturer at the Orientation for High School Education Course for 11 and 12-year-old students at Colegio de Jesús, Salta, Argentina.
• Teacher and organizer of an orientation course in Spanish Language about cognitive and linguistic strategies for reading comprehension and writing at Profesorado Superior de Lenguas Vivas, Salta, Argentina.
• ESL teacher for university students at Universidad Nacional de Salta, Argentina.

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

Dutch

Skills

Spanish

Spanish for adults

School

Grammar

Vocabulary

Reviews

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Tailor-made English classes for Spanish speakers

37.51 £ /h

Hello everyone!

My name is Patricia. I am a bilingual English/Spanish speaker and a certified language teacher. I have been teaching Spanish and English as foreign languages since 2004.

I completed my linguistic studies at the National University of Salta and the Institute of English Studies.

I am a committed, responsible, and professional teacher, constantly in training. My patience knows no bounds, and I can find a thousand ways to explain anything if necessary.

This is a specific English course for native Spanish speakers designed to help you maintain basic communication with people in your work, family, and daily life in just a few weeks.

I specialize in designing customized courses for each of my students, taking into account their knowledge, needs, interests, and requirements. In 19 years as a teacher, I have never taught the same course twice. I can compile and produce study materials exclusively for each student. Are you interested in learning American English? Or are you more comfortable with British English? I'd be happy to plan your classes for the language variety that best suits your needs and tastes. Do you have a job interview? Do you live in the Netherlands and your family, colleagues, and friends only speak English? Do you need to converse with your children's teachers? Don't worry, with my classes, you can do all this and much more in just a few weeks of study.

I'm passionate about languages and communication; teaching is my calling. With me, grammar will never be a problem. I can even promise you that you'll enjoy it and have fun!

I look forward to your message :)

Hugh

5.0

(25)

Classes with me will improve your confidence in using English for work and in your free time!
Learn practical English skills and have fun whilst doing so!

Speaking good English means increased abundance in your life through earning more money for you and your family.

I have a clear and friendly British English accent which will make learning that much easier for you

I hold 2 university degree's and 2 professional teaching certificates. And have taught students of all ages from around the world for more than 10 years!

You are most welcome, and I look forward to hearing from you:-)

Alessandro

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NEDERLANDS

Ben je net met het Italiaans begonnen? Of ben je al ervaren en wil je de taal beheersen? Of heb je een Italiaanse partner en wil je graag met hem/haar in het Italiaans kunnen praten? Of nog, heb je een officiele taaltentamen? Ik weet zeker dat ik de juiste leraar voor jou zal zijn.

ENGLISH:

Are you just starting with Italian and do you want to speed up the process? Are you already experienced and do you want to master the language even better? Or do you have an Italian partner and you would love to be able to speak with them in their language? Or do you perhaps have to pass an official language exam? I am sure I will be the right tutor for you.

PLEASE NOTE, THE BOOKING SCHEDULE IS NOT ADJUSTED. WE SHALL ORGANIZE THE TIME OF THE LESSONS TOGETHER VIA MESSAGES.

Klaudia

5.0

(25)

English has become the Lingua Franca of our times. It's a valuable skill to possess, beneficial for everyone. It comes handy in the ever-developing world that we live in and opens doors to many places, also in the mind. Additionally, bilingualism enhances the cognitive skills.

Whether you'd like to improve your speaking skills and break the language barrier or you wish to prepare better for an English exam, I come to an aid.

In 2023, I've obtained a Master degree in Linguistics at the University of Amsterdam. I've achieved the C1+ levels in English, on the CEFR scale. I have 2 years of experience living in London, where I acquired RP (received pronunciation) and 7 years of experience in the International Academia (Amsterdam). My linguistic background gives me the capacity to explain the sounds and various processes of the language, from a perspective many natives do not know. In teaching, I practice the holistic approach. It is my belief that language is for people of every age and education, but I'm aware that everyone deserves a personal approach. In the first session, we always do a needs analysis and become acquainted, to make sure we click as people and will enjoy working away at your personal language goals.

Over the years, my classes, have proven to raise the confidence levels of students. We practice knowledge in English, on 4 levels of proficiency: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing.

I will focus on your strengths and guide you to how to use those to your advantage in learning. We will elicit your potential. With a little help, I am sure you will achieve the goals you set for yourself.

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Merhaba! I am an enthusiastic teacher who has been teaching Turkish for foreigners and children whose native language is Turkish but need to improve it. Having experience with both teenagers and adults, I specialize in tutoring Turkish based on four skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing.

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Since I have studied in different disciplines such as language teaching, literature, and communication sciences, I could promise various lesson contents in each lesson to keep you excited during your learning process.

If you would like to learn Turkish with me, please get in touch!

I hope to hear from you soon!

Gohar

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Do you want to improve your Armenian skills and speak fluently?
As a native Armenian speaker and an experienced language teacher since 2014, I’m here to help you overcome all the challenges of this beautiful language.

Together, we will:

Improve your speaking and pronunciation

Expand your vocabulary

Explore Armenian culture, history, and literature to deepen your understanding

Let’s embark on this exciting journey to master Armenian!

Don’t wait — start learning today!

Tanya

5.0

(25)

Hi! I'm Tanya.
I was born in Italy, but for the last two years of my life I have traveled the world, mainly in Central and South America and the Middle East, traveling and working remotely.
I am a professional teacher with 6 years of experience. I worked on the translation of medical and legal articles, panels in the glass museum in Venice and worked as an interpreter at the court of Venice.
I have a degree in languages, I am certified in international law and I am a language coach. Language coach means that I not only teach you a language, but also how to learn new languages!
I will closely monitor your entire learning journey, to get the most out of your skills!
That's because I love learning new languages! That's why after years of studying I became a polyglot (8 languages - Italian, English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch) and I came up with a method to teach you the language you want to learn!
Over the years I have learned to model my work according to the personal needs of each student and have developed a method that allows my students to learn the language in a fast and fun way.
My hobby is my greatest passion is learning other languages, therefore from my experience I can understand many of the problems associated with learning a foreign language.
My lessons are based on a specific method that I have designed to facilitate and accelerate learning.
My classes are available in Italian, English, Spanish, French, Hebrew, Dutch and Arabic.
GROUP LESSONS possible!
See you soon! :-)

Kelvin

5.0

(25)

My personalized lessons are intended to give you a kickstart so that you can continue learning independently with the right motivation.

There are a number of learning styles that can be typified per person type:
1. Experiential learning, actively applying things
2. Analyzing as you go, make it a system later
3. Step by step, including functional preparation for now and the future
4. Analyzing the language and discovering and understanding connections
5. Develop your own unique style and learn yourself
6. Imaginative Learning
7. Intuitive learning, feeling that it is right and applying immediately

Do you already have an idea which one you prefer?

Nicole

5.0

(25)

Hello! I am an experienced language teacher. Beginners in (semi-)advanced Spanish, English or Dutch.
Graduated in Latin American Studies, 20 years of teaching experience, with enormous talent, enthusiasm and patience.
For high school students, college students, adults, expats; private lessons or couples of groups. Everything is possible.
I provide tailor-made packages to reduce losses and work online or at home in De Bilt (direct bus connection with Utrecht, Zeist).
My less are cheerful, personable, patient and I know how to explain grammar in a fun, suggested way.
Materials and/or housework are entirely in consultation. I like to hear from you! Greetings Nicole (44)

Daniela

5.0

(25)

My name is Dani and I am Mexican. I always ask my students about their specific goals and their preferred way of learning a language. In my classes I like to take a conversational approach, but this depends entirely on the needs of my students. I use different books with different didactic material, mostly Aula Plus and Bitacora. I also try to practice all skills: talking, writing and listening. If the student wants it, I leave homework, which I correct during the week before the next lesson, so that we can make the most of the lesson time. I share a word or phrase of the week with my students to build a useful vocabulary. Teaching is my passion. I feel motivated by the progress of my students, which I believe also keeps them motivated. German and Spanish are my native languages and I speak fluent English, I also speak fluent Dutch (with a little accent). Therefore, I can explain concepts in all these languages. However, I prefer to speak Spanish as much as possible, also for the beginners lessons, because I believe that people learn the language better that way.

I have a FPELE certificate: Spanish as a Foreign Language Teacher Training. And I have taught A1 to B2 level at a language institute in Spain.

Alex

5.0

(25)

Hello all,
Spanish and French are my mother tongues. I have been teaching for many years in my spare time either in the evenings or during weekends. I simply like to do it and enjoy helping people of all ages either to start talking or reaching a good level. I use grammar books but also online exercises or games on paper depending on the needs and profile of the student.

Yasser

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Speak Spanish with Confidence!

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Megan

5.0

(25)

Bienvenidos! My classes are fun, interactive and focused on developing speaking and listening skills. We will play games together and do creative activities to learn the language in a playful way. I look forward to learning with you!

I was born in the Netherlands and raised in Spain. I speak fluent Spanish, English and Dutch.
After 25 years I decided to move back to Amsterdam.

Mary

5.0

(25)

Hello there, my name is Mary and I am a recent graduate of Leiden University with an MA in International Relations. Regarding my background, I am a native English speaker due to my upbringing in the United States and I received an excellent 6/7 grade in my English A HL course with an IB diploma in high school.

I am eager to teach English to any learner and I have previous experience teaching English as a volunteer. With my lessons, I will utilize a variety of tools to comprehensively improve the student’s grammar, spelling, and vocabulary. Furthermore, I am able to work with all age groups, including young children and adults. Whether it will be for exam preparation or improving your language abilities for business, I will tailor our lessons to fit your needs as well.

Clara

5.0

(25)

(English below)

Do you want to learn Spanish in a practical, dynamic, and personalized way? This course is designed for adult learners looking to improve their Spanish communication skills from day one.

In our classes, you'll work on the four core skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) with a focus on real-life situations: introducing yourself, traveling, working, socializing, or expressing yourself more fluently.

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced, lessons are tailored to your level and personal goals.

You will learn to:
• Construct sentences and express yourself naturally.
• Improve your pronunciation and listening comprehension.
• Expand your vocabulary in a practical way.
• Use grammar as a tool, not an obstacle.

The goal is for you to enjoy the process and gain confidence speaking Spanish in your daily life 🦋

ENGLISH:

Do you want to learn Spanish in a practical, dynamic, and personalized way? This course is designed for adults who want to improve their communication in Spanish from day one.

In our lessons, you will work on the four main skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) with a focus on real-life situations: introducing yourself, traveling, working, socializing, or simply expressing yourself more fluently.

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, the lessons are tailored to your level and personal goals.

You will learn how to:
• Build sentences and express yourself naturally.
• Improve your pronunciation and listening comprehension.
• Expand your vocabulary in a practical way.
• Use grammar as a tool, not as an obstacle.

The goal is for you to enjoy the process and feel more confident speaking Spanish in your everyday life.

Carmen

5.0

(25)

Hello! Ik ben Carmen, docent Spaans. Ik kom uit de prachtige Spaanse stad Cádiz, ken je die? Ik vertel je graag meer over mijn stad en land terwijl we samen je Spaans verbeteren 🤗 Wil je je Spaans verbeteren voor dagelijkse communicatie, zakelijk gebruik de om officiële exams te halen? Ben je klaar om Spaans te leren en te proeven van het bruisende leven in Spanje? 🤩

I am now certified by a Spanish student (ELE) in our current work at UDIMA (a Spanish university) at the Instituto Cervantes (also on staff for DELE-examinations). Ik heb ervaring met zowel online als klassikaal lesgeven 👩🏻‍🏫

You can also seek legal advice where you are specialized in dealing with legal situations. Mijn lessen zijn interactief, afgestemd op jouw doelen en geschikt voor allelevels – van beginner àt gevorderde. Samen maken we het leren van Spaans net zo plezierig als een zomerse siësta: leuk, ontspannen en flight praktische uitdrukkingen die je kunt gebruiken tijdens je volgende vakantie de professionele avontuur 👩🏻‍🎓🚀

Of course I do not wish to speak, but if you do not have a certificate, I would like to help you put the practice into practice less.
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Hello! I'm Carmen, a Spanish teacher. I come from the beautiful Spanish city of Cádiz, have you heard of it? I'll be happy to tell you about my city and country while we improve your Spanish 🤗 Are you looking to improve your Spanish for everyday communication, business, or to pass official exams? Are you ready to learn Spanish and get a taste of the vibrant life in Spain? 🤩

I am a certified Spanish teacher (ELE), currently collaborating with UDIMA (an Spanish University) and Instituto Cervantes (as support staff for the DELE exams), with experience teaching both online and in-person 👩🏻‍🏫

My background as a lawyer also allows me to offer specialized Spanish for business and legal contexts. My classes are interactive, tailored to your goals, and suitable for all levels-from beginner to advanced. Together, we will make learning Spanish as enjoyable as a summer siesta-fun, relaxed, and full of practical expressions you can use on your next holiday or professional adventure 👩🏻‍🎓🚀

Whether you want to boost your conversational skills, master professional Spanish, or achieve certification, I will help you progress with practical, engaging lessons.