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Lis Mendez
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Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
Haitian Creole
French
I help those who were not taught Spanish growing up reclaim their heritage through Caribbean Spanish
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
Haitian Creole
French
I help those who were not taught Spanish growing up reclaim their heritage through Caribbean Spanish
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From Dominican RepublicLiving in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (17:51 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 24, 2018InterestsArtMusicTravelReadingHistory
¡Hola! I’m Lis—your guide to **Caribbean Spanish and cultural reconnection**. Born in Santo Domingo’s vibrant melting pot, I bridge language and heritage for diaspora learners. My passion? Helping you **reclaim your roots** through the rhythms, slang, and soul of Caribbean Spanish—no apologies, no shame. Since 2018, I’ve empowered hundreds to **speak confidently**, whether reconnecting with family or embracing their identity. ENFJ at heart, your growth fuels my purpose. Let’s turn "I wish I knew Spanish" into **pride, belonging, and unstoppable fluency**. *Your ancestors’ language is waiting—let’s awaken it together.*Me as a Teacher
I believe many Americans of Dominican, Puerto Rican, and Cuban descent don’t learn Spanish at home due to the extended belief that Caribbean Spanish is bad, broken, or flawed.
But this narrative is skewed because…
All languages are tools for self-expression, connection, and belonging, none are superior to the other.
Every language is an invaluable source of intangible heritage and a tool for self-discovery.
Learning your ancestors' tongue keeps their stories alive for future generations.
My lessons help you dismantle some of these beliefs and help you fearlessly reclaim Caribbean Spanish.
Message me! What’s stopping you in your Caribbean Spanish journey?My lessons & teaching style
I use independent learning strategies, personalized insights into how your brain learns best, and an insider’s perspective on Caribbean Spanish and culture to help you communicate with confidence and authenticity.
No matter where you are in your journey, how hectic your schedule is, or how “bad” you think you are at learning languages, my proven signature framework can help you become a fluent Caribbean Spanish speaker—whether you learn independently or with a teacher.
Send me a message to learn more about the method that helped me achieve fluency in three foreign languages!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
219
Students
1,667
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
152 lessons completed
USD 34.97+
Caribbean Heritage Pass™
A1 - C2Conversation847 lessons completed
USD 44.97
Package with 10% off
Caribbean Spanish Ignition™
A1 - B2Language Essentials243 lessons completed
USD 44.97+
Package with 10% off
Caribbean Spanish Personal Training™
A1 - C2Language Essentials4 lessons completed
USD 34.97+
Package with 11% off
Caribbean Spanish Booster™
B1 - B2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 44.97
Package with 10% off
Island Life Talks™
B1 - C1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 44.97
Package with 10% off
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194 Reviews
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Justin Monroe
13 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Absolutely phenomenal teacher. Come to class prepared with your homework done, and you’ll have a top-tier learning experience. Lisa is patient, sharp, and highly knowledgeable—she’ll correct your mistakes on the spot and help everything make sense fast. Will definitely purchase another package soon. Highly recommended.
May 21, 2025
Nyshon Zaragoza
10 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Let me just tell you..Liz is amazing! She really has changed the studying game for me. She has given me efficient tools on how to study Spanish more effectively. She is consistent and reliable. I love how she is always seeking and finding ways to assist her students. I have been studying Spanish for over a year now, when I discovered Liz, I instantly grew more confidence. Her teaching style is catered to my learning style. As a Spanish learner, I feared speaking but Liz’s approach teaches me how to be comfortable being uncomfortable. I recommend making Spanish lessons a priority in your life. Can’t wait to see what this new season brings.
Aug 26, 2023

Justin Monroe
13 Spanish lessons
Great teacher and tutor as always
Aug 16, 2025

Janyce
30 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been taking lessons with Lis for almost a year now (started Nov 2022). I can feel my Spanish has drastically improved and even more so my confidence. She always comes prepared to have chat with a topic of discussion im interested in and never stops me from my occasional rants but gently corrects and guides me when needed. If I put in a request to review anything I want more work on she promptly prepares and provides what I need by next weeks lesson with homework to back it up. She has been a pleasure to speak with on a weekly basis and I would highly reccomend to anyone looking to improve your Spanish and your confidence in speaking!
Sep 18, 2023

Saima
1 Spanish lesson
I was nervous for my first Spanish class, but Lis made me feel very comfortable. She was very fun, friendly and she made the lesson enjoyable. She was patient with me and she was very encouraging. Great lesson!
Aug 25, 2025

Justin Monroe
13 Spanish lessons
Excellent teacher as always
Aug 1, 2025

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