Bios of native Spanish tutors for students living in Chicago


As an example of the quality of our native Spanish tutors, please check these bios below....


Consuelo

4.8 (74 Reviews)
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Consuelo, a native Spanish speaker from Peru, is an exceptional educator with over 30 years of experience in teaching and a Master’s Degree in Speech and Language from the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru.

Her extensive career spans teaching students of all ages, from Pre-K to adults, in both Peru and the USA. Prior to joining SpanishBlackbelt, Consuelo worked as a Speech and Language professor, where she combined her expertise in education and communication to help students develop their language skills effectively.

Currently based in Winder, GA, Consuelo specializes in teaching Spanish to adults, teens, and organizations. Her wealth of experience, coupled with her patient and personalized teaching approach, empowers students to confidently master Spanish while building a solid foundation in language and culture.

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Carolina

4.8 (113 Reviews)
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Carolina, a native Spanish speaker from Chile, is a seasoned educator with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Philosophy from the prestigious University of Chile.

With extensive years of experience teaching students to confidently communicate in Spanish, Carolina has honed her ability to guide learners of all ages and backgrounds. Prior to joining SpanishBlackbelt, she worked as a middle school teacher at Polyvalent School San Sebastián de La Florida in Santiago, Chile, and as an instructor for adult learners. Her diverse teaching background has equipped her with the skills to adapt her methods to suit each student’s unique learning style and goals.

Currently based in Long Beach, CA, Carolina specializes in teaching Spanish to adults and teens. Her patient, encouraging, and results-oriented approach ensures that students not only master the language but also develop a deeper connection to the vibrant cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.

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Glenys

4.6 (38 Reviews)
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Glenys, a native Spanish speaker from Venezuela, brings a unique blend of academic excellence and teaching expertise to her role at SpanishBlackbelt. She holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from Colorado State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the Universidad Central de Venezuela.

With her impressive educational background, Glenys excels in fostering deep and engaging conversations with her students, making even advanced topics accessible and enjoyable. Her approachable and non-intimidating teaching style creates a comfortable environment where students feel confident exploring the Spanish language and culture at their own pace.

Prior to joining SpanishBlackbelt, Glenys gained extensive experience as a freelance Spanish tutor, university professor, coach, and manager specializing in advanced learning, consulting, and human development.

Currently based in Orlando, FL, Glenys teaches Spanish to adults, teens, and organizations. Her dedication to her students’ success and her ability to connect on both a personal and intellectual level make her a standout educator for learners of all levels.

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Maria Elena

4.8 (80 Reviews)
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Maria Elena, a native Spanish speaker from Ecuador, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Public Relations from the Universidad Central del Ecuador. She combines her teaching expertise with years of professional experience, offering students a well-rounded and practical approach to learning Spanish.

Known for her approachable and non-intimidating conversational teaching style, Maria Elena helps students build confidence in speaking Spanish while fostering a relaxed and supportive learning environment. Her lessons emphasize practical communication skills, making the language accessible and enjoyable for learners of all levels.

In addition to her experience teaching Spanish, Maria Elena brings valuable insights from her work as a public relations professional, where she served as a liaison between U.S. businesses and Hispanic celebrities. She is also an experienced public speaker and educator, having taught a wide range of subjects—from motivation to computer skills—to adults and senior citizens. Her work has earned her invitations to appear on radio and television talk shows to address topics relevant to the Hispanic community in the U.S.

Currently based in North Jersey, Maria Elena teaches Spanish to individuals and groups, ranging from teenagers to adults. Her unique blend of teaching expertise, professional experience, and engaging personality ensures students achieve their language goals with confidence and ease.

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Patricia

4.8 (39 Reviews)
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Patricia, a native Spanish speaker from Colombia, is a vibrant and dynamic educator who makes learning Spanish an enjoyable and unforgettable experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Marketing from the Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano in Bogotá, Colombia, bringing fresh and engaging ideas to her lessons.

With a background that includes working as a Spanish tutor, Marketing and Customer Service Representative, and radio broadcaster for a Colombian station, Patricia incorporates her diverse experiences into her teaching. Her energetic and engaging approach keeps students motivated, making language learning both effective and entertaining.

Currently based in Miami, FL, Patricia teaches Spanish to adults, teens, and organizations. Her fun and memorable teaching style helps students build confidence while enjoying the process of mastering the language.

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Juana Rosa

4.7 (75 Reviews)
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Juana Rosa, a native Spanish speaker from Peru, is a compassionate and patient educator who brings a gentle and encouraging approach to teaching Spanish. She holds an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from Kingsborough Community College and a Translator and Interpreter certification from the City University of New York - Hunter College in Manhattan.

Since 2008, Juana Rosa has worked as a freelance interpreter, gaining invaluable experience in facilitating communication across languages and cultures. As a Spanish tutor, she has helped college students not only master grammar but also deepen their understanding of Latin American culture, creating a well-rounded and immersive learning experience.

Currently based in Brooklyn, NY, Juana Rosa teaches Spanish to adults, teens, and kids. Her soft-spoken demeanor, kindness, and personalized teaching style make her lessons approachable and enjoyable for learners of all ages, empowering them to gain confidence and fluency in a supportive environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions


All of our Spanish tutors are the cream of the crop. They are highly educated, carefully screened and extensively trained in the science and art of tutoring Spanish with our method. They are also energetic, enthusiastic and strongly passionate about teaching and sharing their culture.

Almost all of our tutors are native Spanish speakers.

In special situations, though, we may invite a non-native Spanish speaker to join our team of tutors provided that they prove to have a level of fluency similar to that of a native Spanish speaker. A non-native Spanish speaker can develop this level of fluency by studying the language extensively and living an extensive period of time in a Spanish speaking country.

If for any reason you consider that your Spanish tutor and you are not a good fit, you will be able to request a change of Spanish tutor without any extra cost, subject to availability, at your current times/days, or at any other time and day of your convenience if your current times are not available. We do recommend, however, if you think that your Spanish tutor is not paying attention to your needs, to point that to her directly as soon as possible so that she can adopt any necessary changes in her teaching approach as we are all very flexible and adaptive.

All of our tutors teach mainstream Spanish, that is, Spanish that all native Spanish speakers from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain have in common. Even if they are native to a region where people may speak at times with certain unique grammar, vocabulary and accent, they are selected to work with us not only because of their talent as a teacher but also because of their ability to avoid the use of those peculiarities in class, unless of course you ask them to include them.

The 'Ceceo' (increased use of 'Z' sounds when speaking, typical of Spain), for example, is something nice that will come handy when you are in Spain but also something that is not necessary for you to fit into their culture or be understood. It is something that you will adopt naturally after spending some time in Spain.

The slight differences in accent and word choice that you may notice when arriving in a specific Spanish speaking country as opposed to another is normally quickly interpreted and mimicked by our brain.

Upon request, your tutor could also teach you the idiomatic expressions that may be specific to his/her region. There is no significant difference in the Spanish spoken in North America, South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Spain. You can get an idea of their differences by establishing a parallel to English spoken in Great Britain, US and Canada.

If you are relatively new to the language, please note that there are many things you need to learn first, such as structure and vocabulary, before you start learning all about the subtle variations in pronunciation or jargon observed among different Spanish-speaking countries. At an early stage, it is therefore not that relevant to study from someone from a specific country. What is most relevant is to find a tutor with the best possible teaching technique and track record. Note too that we do our best to only have on board Spanish tutors that speak with clear diction and without strong regional accents.

You may find more information about the different variations of Spanish by watching this video.

If you still want to choose the nationality of your tutor and there are not tutors available for in-person classes in your area, we can also suggest trying distance learning which will broaden the pool of nationalities available. Our live classes online can expand your options to choose the tutor you most like. Your first online class live over Zoom video or any other online platform of your choice will be considered a trial class. If it ends up not working for you, you will still be entitled to request a full refund if requested prior to your second class.

For more information on distance learning live online, please click here.

Direct contact with tutors prior to enrolling for a class is not possible. Please accept our apologies for this limitation. Prior to paying for a package of classes up front, you can, however, purchase a non-refundable reduced-priced 55-minute sample session for $49. This sample session will allow you to meet your Spanish instructor and get familiar with his/her teaching style. You can let us know of this preference on your application.

Note that all of our tutors are the cream of the crop. You can read their bios and reviews here.

Also, for your peace of mind, if you do not like your teacher, which we doubt will happen, you can request a full refund after the first session only but prior to the second, or if taking private classes, a proportional partial refund to the number of sessions not considered used thereafter. There will be no refunds either partial or full after attending your second group class.

You can include a note on your application indicating that you are particularly interested in having your Spanish sessions with a specific Spanish tutor or with a tutor with a specific nationality. We will do all what is in our hands to consider your preferences in our response.

Keep in mind, though, that all of our tutors share similar characteristics, such as enthusiasm, knowledge and experience.

Observe as well that most tutors have an unbelievably high rating of 4.5 stars or more. This is a real-time rating that is not filtered or manipulated. There are very little chances of finding tutors with low-quality reviews in our school simply because:

(1) we only hire the best tutors available,

(2) we train tutors to be effective in the implementation of our methodology, and

(3) we monitor and take corrective measures when needed.

Be aware as well that tutors with a higher number of reviews are not necessarily better than those with less. It may just mean that they have been working longer with us or that they simply work a higher number of hours per week.

If you still want to choose your tutor and there are not tutors available for in-person classes in your area, we can also suggest trying distance learning. Our classes online can expand your options to choose the tutor you most like. Keep an open mind. Your first class online will be considered a trial class. If it ends up not working for you, you will still be entitled to request a full refund if requested prior to your second class.

For more information on distance learning online, please click here .

All of our Spanish tutors have been carefully selected and rigorously trained in our methods and the art and science of tutoring Spanish. They are certified by our Spanish school but not by a third-party accredited organization or government agency. If in need of a Spanish teacher certified by a third-party accredited organization or government agency we would encourage you to register for a Spanish class at a university or college. Most language institutes do not require their tutors to be independently certified. In our experience, independently certified teachers are normally rated much lower than tutors who do not carry certifications. We hire Spanish tutors based on their ability to make sure students learn as opposed to on their ability to force students to follow a specific method regardless of their effectiveness.

Although our tutors are not certified to teach students with learning disabilities including dyslexia, they carry among their common characteristics, profound amounts of patience and passion that many times do help students with learning disabilities.

The format of one-on-one instruction which we provide, in contrast with group instruction, has proven to be significantly helpful in achieving noticeable progress with students with learning disabilities.

Our teaching methodology, which involves all senses through in-class role plays, games, and interactive activities, can also improve the speed in which the student learns.

To submit an application for one-on-one classes, please click here for adults, and here for teens/kids.

Tutors are properly compensated and receive benefits. They are all legal and authorized to work. We would not attract or retain top tutors if we were not paying them fairly.







 

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