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About
There is no better feeling in the world than witnessing an "aha" moment when a student's light bulb goes off and gets it. That's why I do what I do. As a certified Spanish Instructor for over 6 years, it has been an honor and a privilege to teach the Spanish language to over 300 vocational students. Whether your goal is to be able to communicate with the locals on your next visit to Latin America or attain bilingual skills to advance in your career or need extra help in Spanish class, I will help you reach it.
Highlights
Hired 3 times
1 employee
4 years in business
Serves Wickenburg , AZ
Offers online services
Payment methods
Cash, Venmo, Paypal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Zelle
Specialties
Student age
14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old
Current speaking level
No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Speaking goals
Conversational proficiency, Full professional fluency, Native / bilingual fluency
Current reading level
No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Current writing level
No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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lacey C.
My husband and I have had an incredible experience working with Armando. Not only does he expertly teach the language, he makes the learning experience comfortable and attainable.
I had some previous knowledge from high school, but always would feel like I got caught up on certain aspects of Spanish. Armando has been a huge help in empowering my husband and I to overcome these challenges and achieve our goals of being proficient in Spanish.
¡Muchas gracias, Armando!
May 29, 2024
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maxwell C.
My wife and I have been working with Armando toward the goal of being proficient in conversational Spanish. We both have a basic background in high school-level Spanish, but had a low level of confidence in our conversational and written proficiency.
Armando is a kind, patient, and detailed instructor — its clear that he has been doing this for a while.
One of the things I have appreciated most from this experience is how Armando takes a personalized approach with his clients. For example, he takes the time to understand your goals and expected outcomes, then tailors his curriculum to meet those specific needs.
As I mentioned, my wife and I both lack some confidence in our Spanish abilities and can even feel embarrassed with mispronunciations and such, but Armando has made it a point to make us feel comfortable in a light-hearted environment where we can learn from our mistakes.
Whether you are starting from square one, looking to brush up on your skills, or are in the advanced stages of your Spanish-learning journey, I have full confidence in recommending Armando as someone who will help you reach your goals.
Thanks Armando!
May 22, 2024
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Mario R.
He explained some concepts around the various conjugations and tenses that I was struggling with for a long time and I finally understand them! I highly recommend Let’s Learn Spanish!
January 17, 2022
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Barbara S.
BEST Spanish instructor! I finally understand what all the teachers and books meant. He explains everything so clearly and thoroughly. I can now speak and write with correct conjugations, accent marks, etc. Muchas gracias Let’s Learn Spanish, I did!
January 13, 2022
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Theo H.
Instructor was very knowledgeable and patient. Helped me w/ my pronunciation by teaching me how to listen to subtle differences. It’s all about the vowels. I feel confident going to my trip to Mexico next Spring!
December 03, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First, I set up in introductory session to assess their level of fluency.
Then I Ask the student what goals they are trying t achieve. I then tailor lessons and instruction to reach those goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a native Spanish speaker. I emigrated to this amazing USA at 2 years old from Cuba and thankfully my parents continued to speak to me in Spanish.
I took Spanish all 4 years in high school . I received certification as a Spanish Instructor from the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in 2018 and became a Course Developer and Lead Instructor the following year. I was a part of the team at the Academy that refined the Spanish curriculum in 2021 through 2021. I have passionately served and instructed over 300 Spanish students at the Academy.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$25 per hour of on-line instruction or live instruction when student travels to me.
$35 per hour of live instruction when I travel to student
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching in 2018 as a certified Spanish Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, NM.
What types of students have you worked with?
Law Enforcement trainees required to learn Spanish.
Travelers to Mexico or other Spanish speaking countries that wanted to be able to converse in Spanish while visiting.
Retirees wanting to keep their minds sharp and looking for new interests.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I worked with a student that had absolutely no knowledge of Spanish. 6 months later he contacted me and we had a conversation in SPANISH about how he was able to communicate in SPANISH with his fellow employees,
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure the Instructor is passionate about the Spanish language. That passion will translate into motivating and inspiring lessons.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What experience does the teacher have?
Is the teacher a native speaker?
Does the teacher have extensive knowledge of grammar?
What are the students goals? (to converse, read, write, understand etc,)
Services offered
Spanish