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Joaquín Maldonado
Community TutorTeaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
German
Greek
Portuguese
Other
Half-time Spanish Tutor / Half-time Backpacker
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
German
Greek
Portuguese
Other
Half-time Spanish Tutor / Half-time Backpacker
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From PeruLiving in Cadiz, Spain (06:54 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 2, 2025InterestsReadingHistoryEnvironment & NatureTravelArt
Hello! My name is Joaquín, and I'm from Lima, Peru.
For the past six years, I've been living and traveling in Europe, discovering and learning from its people, its history, and its culture.
I'm passionate about the humanities, and this is reflected in how I dedicate my time: linguistics. This discipline has helped me understand many aspects hidden behind human language.
Reading is another of my passions: from Homer's Iliad to Cervantes' Don Quixote, by way of ancient Greek tragedies and the fascinating short stories of Borges. Reading is an activity that accompanies me daily. Traveling is too; in a way, you could say that new cities are books that you read with your feet.Me as a Teacher
Currently, I am studying Linguistics and Applied Languages at the University of Cádiz, which has given me a broad and in-depth understanding of human language. In addition, I am taking a practical training course for Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL) teachers at the Higher Center for Modern Languages at the same university.
During the lessons, we will focus on improving details such as pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and listening comprehension, always taking into account the diverse cultural aspects of Spanish. My lessons & teaching style
As a tutor, I will create a personalized language profile for each student to address their individual needs and areas for improvement. My lessons are immersive and will be taught entirely in Spanish, using English as a supplementary language when necessary.
The lessons are geared towards students with an intermediate to advanced level of Spanish, allowing us to explore topics and issues that further refine language skills.
For the more advanced (and adventurous) learners, we can also delve into the magnificent and vast world of Spanish literature. Besides being a tutor, I'm also a happy and curious reader: poetry, short stories, novels... and even books about cities!My teaching material
- Audio files
- Articles and news
- Video files
- Presentation slides/PPT
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Quizzes
5.0
Rating
12
Students
61
Lessons
97%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
5 lessons completed
USD 5.50+
Personalized Spanish Grammar – Master the Structure, Speak with Confidence
A2 - C2Language Essentials4 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 20% off
Spanish Conversation Partner - Practice Your Speaking Skills With Confidence
A2 - C2Conversation49 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
Spanish Literature Conversation – Read, Discuss & Enjoy Iconic Texts
B1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Spanish Pronunciation Mastery – Speak Clearly and Sound Natural
A2 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 17% off
Travel the World in Spanish – A Virtual Geography Adventure
A1 - C2Conversation3 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
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7 Reviews
Dimitris Lagos
7 Spanish lessons
Joaquín is a great Spanish teacher for conversational practice. He’s easy to talk to, relaxed, and creates a comfortable atmosphere that makes speaking feel natural. He’s also well-informed on a variety of topics, so conversations stay engaging and interesting. Highly recommended if you want to improve your fluency in a natural, low-pressure way.
Apr 15, 2026
Catalina
3 Spanish lessons
Me gusta mucho el estilo de enseñanza de Joaquín. Siento que puedo preguntarle cualquier duda si yo tengo.
Apr 7, 2026
James
10 Spanish lessons
Joaquin is a very knowledgeable teacher. He has lots of experience learning other languages and can help you do so in a fun and efficient way. Highly recommend!
Feb 24, 2026
Doc Gyasi
6 Spanish lessons
Joaquín is a solid teacher! The material he uses in class is great for learning, he wants to make sure I understand the language and explains the reasoning behind certain language rules. He is patient and always on time and is dedicated to teaching. He challenges me when I try to take the easy route with my answers. I'll continue my Spanish learning journey with him!
Apr 12, 2026
Doc Gyasi
6 Spanish lessons
Joaquin is a great teacher! His lessons are effective at helping you understand Spanish and he breaks down the information to make you grasp the foundation of Spanish . He is very knowledgeable about different subjects and he implements them into our lessons.
Mar 22, 2026
Matthew Warrington
2 Spanish lessons
¡buena clase primera!
Feb 23, 2026
Trial Lesson
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