7K+ lessons * 500+ students * 100% positive feedback
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7K+ lessons * 500+ students * 100% positive feedback
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From UruguayLiving in Montevideo, Uruguay (16:19 UTC-03:00)
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italki teacher since Nov 13, 2013
Interest topicTechReadingMusicFoodTravel
Hello, I'm Alfredo, a Spanish professional from Uruguay with 10+ years of teaching experience on italki. I've conducted 7K+ lessons for 500+ students, always receiving 100% positive feedback. My dynamic, conversation-based approach seamlessly integrates vocabulary and grammar, providing an immersive experience into Spanish-speaking cultures. Committed to ongoing education, I invest 100-200 hours annually in staying at the forefront of language teaching. Explore the feedback from my students, and I look forward to guiding you on your Spanish language journey!
Me as a Teacher
Hello, I'm Alfredo, a Spanish professional from Uruguay with 10+ years of teaching experience on italki. I've conducted 7K+ lessons for 500+ students, always receiving 100% positive feedback. My dynamic, conversation-based approach seamlessly integrates vocabulary and grammar, providing an immersive experience into Spanish-speaking cultures. Committed to ongoing education, I invest 100-200 hours annually in staying at the forefront of language teaching. Explore the feedback from my students, and I look forward to guiding you on your Spanish language journey!
My lessons & teaching style
Hello, I'm Alfredo, a Spanish professional from Uruguay with 10+ years of teaching experience on italki. I've conducted 7K+ lessons for 500+ students, always receiving 100% positive feedback. My dynamic, conversation-based approach seamlessly integrates vocabulary and grammar, providing an immersive experience into Spanish-speaking cultures. Committed to ongoing education, I invest 100-200 hours annually in staying at the forefront of language teaching. Explore the feedback from my students, and I look forward to guiding you on your Spanish language journey!
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Teaching: Pronunciation and Intonation - - Nebrija University - - 2023In 2023, I earned a certificate from Nebrija University (Spain), specializing in teaching Spanish with a focus on intonation and pronunciation. The program addressed the significance of pronunciation in learners' communicative skills and the challenges for Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) teachers. It covered didactic foundations and aimed to equip participants with skills to develop and correct pronunciation and intonation. I earned 1 European academic credit upon completion.
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Teacher of Spanish as a Foreign Language - - Nebrija University - - 2020In 2020, I made the decision to embark on a series of online courses aimed at refining my teaching skills in the Spanish language. This certificate marked the starting point of my journey, serving as both a review of my existing knowledge and a foundation for more advanced coursework. The program, conducted by Nebrija University in Spain, encompassed 200 hours of training. Upon successful completion, I earned 8 European academic credits.
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Spanish Language Teaching Specialization - - University of Cantabria - - 2022The ‘Specialization in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language’ was the first of two certificates I earned in 2022, with the goal of deepening my knowledge in the field of Spanish teaching. This program, conducted by University of Cantabria in Spain, included a robust module on non-verbal communication, highlighting that effective communication in Spanish involves much more than just vocabulary and grammar. It comprised 225 hours of training, equivalent to 9 European academic credits.
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Teaching Spanish for Healthcare Specialization - - University of Cantabria - - 2022In 2022, I earned my first certificate in the field of teaching Spanish for Specific Purposes, focusing on healthcare professionals. The program, conducted by the University of Cantabria, Spain, explored effective teaching methodologies, emphasizing clinical cases as teaching tools. It comprised 150 hours of training, granting 6 European academic credits upon completion.
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Spanish Teaching: Kids and Teens - - Miguel de Cervantes European University - - 2021In 2021, I earned the Specialization in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language to Children and Teenagers certificate, which provided a review of my existing knowledge and served as a refresher for my previous work with children and teenagers. This experience encompasses my former roles as both a private teacher and a school teacher in Uruguay. The program, conducted by Miguel de Cervantes European University (Spain), consisted of 150 hours of training, equivalent to 6 European academic credits.
Conversational Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
A1 - C2Business63 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Let's Talk TED Talks & other Interesting Resources
B2 - C2General3 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
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1,642 Reviews
Sonya
136 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great conversation as always where I learned some new vocabulary!
Feb 10, 2024
Mike Winston
150 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Always great ! lessons with Alfredo .. he’s knowledgeable he’s quick and energetic always helpful .. he’s a great teacher along with a great personality and just a very cool guy all around that’s why I’ve been connecting and learning from him for a long time
Jan 18, 2024
Richard Willis
98 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Un gran profesor! Me gustan mucho las lecciones con Alfredo. Es muy paciente y proporciona muchos ejemplos utiles.
Dec 20, 2023
Deborah Bowditch
10 Spanish lessons
I was so rusty having not practised for 6 weeks, I don't know how he does it, Alfredo is a master in the ability to extract the best from you even when you think you have forgotten everything!
Apr 24, 2024
Alex F
15 Spanish lessons
I always enjoy our classes together. Thanks!
Apr 19, 2024
Rhys Taylor
107 Spanish lessons
There’s a reason I’ve stuck with Alfredo for so long: he’s fantastic! Would recommend to anyone.