Spanish teacher Federico

Federico

Community Tutor
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
French
Author of the book "Spanish Language Thinking" ✍️
From MexicoLiving in Mexico City, Mexico (08:12 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 29, 2017
InterestsArtFoodReadingFilms & TV SeriesMusic
⭐️ NEW STUDENTS: I'm fully booked. Next spots open May 2026. DM for a personal reminder! 🚀 📅 Available Mon-Fri (Wednesday off), and Sat-Sun morning. 🟦 Teaching preferably on "Zoom" For the past 8 years, I've been deeply focused on understanding how we think when we communicate in Spanish — not just the words we use, but the logic and mental patterns behind them. When I'm not teaching or studying language, you'll find me exploring my other passions: listening to techno music, playing ice hockey, reading about economics, cars, architecture, or traveling to unexpected places.
5.0
Rating
650
Students
3957
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Spanish Lessons

Trial Lesson
330 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
THINK IN SPANISH | Full Proficiency (Logical Expression Training) 🧠
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

2,558 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
Package with 8% off
USE YOUR SPANISH | Conversation (Active Maintenance Practice) 🌮
B2 -  C2

Conversation

145 lessons completed
USD 10.57+
Package with 8% off

Availability

My creations
Podcast (1)
Quiz (3)

608 Reviews

Student Katherine
Katherine
15 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Federico is a great teacher and fluent in English. He speaks very clearly and naturally, asks great questions to promote conversation, and can always clear up any doubts I have. He is respectful and attentive and fun to talk to. I have learned so much in a short amount of time!
Jan 12, 2025
Student Brent
Brent
41 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I had a terrific lesson with Federico. He's very prepared and I like his teaching method. He's clear in both Spanish and English, and he's very willing to explain the nuances of the Spanish language. I'm definitely going to take another class with him.
Mar 26, 2018
Student Shea Shumay
Shea Shumay
9 Spanish lessons
I’ve done 7 classes with Federico so far and I’ve already noticed a lot of improvement in my Spanish! I mostly studied Spanish in university, so I had a good understanding of grammar and a decent vocabulary, but I really struggled to actually use it in real conversations. In our classes, I’ve been able to start using more complex grammar naturally while speaking, and I’m learning new vocabulary that actually applies to my life. It’s been super fulfilling to consistently practice conversation, get really helpful feedback, and gradually build on new grammar each lesson. I genuinely feel like my speaking has improved a lot already, and I’m way more confident. Even my professors and friends at university have commented on it! I highly recommend Federico as a teacher.
Mar 29, 2026
Brad Powell
16 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have taken a lot of Spanish in my life - most of which I have forgotten. Federico is kind, extremely patient and a pleasure to learn with. I don't feel like he judges me if I don't know or can't remember something. Instead he is very supportive. He has also adapted his teaching style to meet my needs. I look forward to learning with Federico for the foreseeable future!
Jul 23, 2019
Student Pamela
Pamela
15 Spanish lessons
Federico's teaching methods are so thorough and innovative. He helps me to speak without interpreting in my head first. When we are doing our classes he gently guides me to help me to find the right word on my own. A couple of times, I easily said words in the flow of conversation and I don't even remember learning that word. When that happens I feel like fluency is just around the corner for me. Thank you Federico.
Apr 9, 2026
Katherine Onken
8 Spanish lessons
The best instructor on italki!
Jan 5, 2026