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Raciel Hernández 💫
Professional TeacherTeaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
French
Specialties
Test Preparation⭐ Professional Spanish teacher with 8+ years of experience in linguistics, literature and poetry ⭐
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
French
Specialties
Test Preparation⭐ Professional Spanish teacher with 8+ years of experience in linguistics, literature and poetry ⭐
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From MexicoLiving in Veracruz, Mexico (01:45 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 31, 2020InterestsHistoryArtWritingScienceReading
I have over eight years of experience teaching Spanish to learners from different backgrounds. I hold a degree in Language and Literature, and my professional path includes university-level teaching, editorial work, translation, and literary writing, which has given me a deep understanding of Spanish grammar and structure.
I am also a recognized poet (three books published in Mexico and Spain), and I approach Spanish as a living language grounded in real cultural contexts. My classes combine clear explanations, conversation, and carefully selected texts to support fluent and confident use of Spanish, especially in Mexico and Latin America.Me as a Teacher
As a Spanish teacher, I design structured and thoughtful lessons that challenge students while supporting steady, long-term progress. I place strong emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and meaningful practice, adapting each lesson to the learner’s goals and level. My background in literature and poetry informs my deep understanding of Spanish structure, style, and nuance, which supports precise and confident language use. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are tailored to each student’s goals and level, with a structured approach that integrates grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and meaningful communication. I work with reading, writing, listening, and conversation as interconnected skills, using carefully selected texts—including literary and cultural materials—along with audiovisual resources and guided practice. My classes are grounded in real language use, with a strong emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and cultural awareness.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
Preparation for Spanish exams - ELE International - 2024Training in preparation for official Spanish exams, with a focus on exam formats, effective strategies, and structured support throughout the preparation process.
Certificate verified
Formación de profesores de ELE (A1-C2) - Tía Tula Colegio de Español - 2021
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2017 - 2019
Spanish as a Second Language TeacherUniversity-level experience teaching Spanish as a second language in in-person group courses. Specialized in Spanish for specific purposes (e.g., medical and legal contexts), with a strong focus on pronunciation, listening comprehension, and academic writing.
2018 - 2019
Spanish as a Second Language TeacherUniversity-level experience teaching Spanish as a second language in in-person group courses, with an emphasis on structured learning, Spanish for specific purposes, and the development of pronunciation, listening, and writing skills.
2017 - 2020
Spanish as a Second Language TeacherPrivate one-to-one Spanish instruction, focused on personalized lesson design, goal-oriented learning, and the development of communicative competence in adult learners.
Education
2008 - 2011
Bachelor’s - Lengua y literatura Hispánicas
Work Experience
2016 - 2021
Associate EditorAs an associate editor, I worked daily with Spanish, editing and proofreading literary texts such as novels and poetry. This experience informs my precise and structured approach to teaching Spanish as a second language.
2015 - 2023
TranslatorIn my work as an English-Spanish translator I must be in contact with the Spanish and English language all the time, I must apply my deep knowledge of the Spanish language (grammatical rules) and my efficient knowledge of English to perform my work correctly. So I am qualified to teach Spanish to native English speakers.
2017 - 2019
Spanish as a foreign language teacherIn my work as a teacher of Spanish as a foreign language in an in-person group I gained the necessary experience to help my students learn Spanish in an organized way. I acquired the ability to teach Spanish for specific purposes, such as Spanish for doctors or lawyers. I helped my students improve their pronunciation and listening comprehension and write better in Spanish.
5.0
Rating
714
Students
8,074
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
346 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Spanish for Intermediate Students (B1–B2) · Grammar, Conversation & Confidence ⭐️
B1 - B2Language Essentials2,356 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
Spanish for Beginners (A1–A2) · Speak Spanish from Day One ☀️
A1 - A2Language Essentials2,853 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
💙 Special Rate · For Students Joined before 2025
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,141 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 10% off
Spanish Conversation · Learn by Talking About What You Love 🗣️
A2 - C2Conversation152 lessons completed
USD 19.50+
Package with 10% off
Spanish for Advanced Students (C1–C2) · Accuracy, Fluency & Nuance ✨
C1 - C2Language Essentials169 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
Spanish Through Literature · Read, Interpret, and Speak More Deeply 📚
B2 - C2Language Essentials240 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
💛 Special Rate · For Students Joined between 2025–2026
A1 - C2Language Essentials1 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
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596 Reviews
Madison Rose
43 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I began lessons with Raciel knowing only light vocabulary words and key phrases. In 40 lessons of working with him, I can now communicate independently and feel prepared to go live in Mexico and receive further schooling there.
I have learning disabilities with language and Raciel is a very kind, patient, and encouraging tutor. It is obvious he is not only passionate about the Spanish language itself but also teaching and sharing his language and culture with others.
He strikes the perfect balance between pushing me to improve and giving the support I need to get there. Every lesson felt purposeful, and I felt stronger and more confident speaking each lesson. When he would notice I was having anxiety or issues he was quick to notice, explain, and slow down in the way that was best for me.
If you want a tutor who truly tailors each lesson to YOU, your personality, your level, and your interests, Raciel is that guy.
I truly could not recommend him more highly.
Dec 11, 2025
Wylie York
88 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Raciel is an excellent Spanish teacher. He understands the parts of speech very well and knows how to explain them (we converse in Spanish; however, I believe he could teach a relative beginner). He is a good conversationalist and has a good grasp of what my needs are. He has been my teacher for 5 months and I highly recommend him!
Sep 10, 2024
Daniel
1 Spanish lesson
Challenging and fun
Nov 24, 2025
Gaby Antonova
47 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Raciel is a great teacher who balances conversation and Spanish practice with structured lessons and activities. He is encouraging, positive, and attentive. We’ve been working together for several months and I would highly recommend him for Spanish learners looking to level up their language skills. I always look forward to class and his personalized approach and calm and positive attitude make every class a great experience.
Jan 10, 2025
Alex Ara
2 Spanish lessons
Raciel is an excellent teacher, and his experience shows. He is incredibly patient and thorough, and takes the time to explain grammar and answer all of my questions. I'm pretty much an absolute beginner, and his classes offer structure with plenty of time for me to practice speaking, with homework to practice writing/reading. He is so kind even when I feel like my brain is overloaded and I make a bunch of mistakes. I highly recommend taking a class with him if you seriously want to learn Spanish and make progress, no matter what your current level is!
Dec 19, 2025
Thomas
14 Spanish lessons
A wonderful teacher, genuinely interested in his student and their progress.
Oct 31, 2025
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