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Raciel Hernández 💫
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Spanish
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English
French
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KidsTest Preparation⭐ Professional Spanish teacher with 8+ years of experience in linguistics, literature and poetry ⭐
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
French
Specialties
KidsTest Preparation⭐ Professional Spanish teacher with 8+ years of experience in linguistics, literature and poetry ⭐
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From MexicoLiving in Veracruz, Mexico (09:22 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 31, 2020InterestsHistoryArtWritingScienceReading
Hi, I’m Raciel, a professional Spanish teacher from Mexico with over eight years of experience teaching students from different backgrounds and levels. I hold a degree in Language and Literature, and my professional experience includes university-level teaching, editorial work, translation, and literary writing. This background has given me a deep understanding of Spanish grammar, structure, style, and nuance.
I help students speak Spanish with clarity, confidence, and cultural awareness. My lessons are structured, thoughtful, and adapted to each learner’s goals, whether you want to improve conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, writing, or your understanding of Spanish as it is spoken in Mexico and Latin America.
In class, we work with real language: conversation, guided grammar practice, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening activities, audiovisual resources, and carefully selected texts, including cultural and literary materials when appropriate. I like to create lessons that are clear, challenging, and meaningful, so students can make steady progress without feeling lost.
I am also a published poet, with three books published in Mexico and Spain, and I bring that sensitivity to language into my teaching. For me, Spanish is not only a system of rules, but a living language connected to culture, expression, and real communication.
If you want structured, precise, and culturally rich Spanish lessons, I’ll help you speak with more fluency, accuracy, and confidence.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
Teaching Children Online - ELE Internacional - 2025This course strengthened my pedagogical training for online teaching, using a practical and constructivist approach focused on lesson planning, learning management, and adapting content to different levels and learning goals.
Certificate verified
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
736
Students
8,622
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
358 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Spanish for Intermediate Students (B1–B2) · Grammar, Conversation & Confidence ⭐️
B1 - B2Language Essentials2,404 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
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Spanish for Beginners (A1–A2) · Speak Spanish from Day One ☀️
A1 - A2Language Essentials2,932 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
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💙 Special Rate · Students Joined BEFORE 2025
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,261 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
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Spanish Conversation · Learn by Talking About What You Love 🗣️
A2 - C2Conversation195 lessons completed
USD 19.50+
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Spanish for Advanced Students (C1–C2) · Accuracy, Fluency & Nuance ✨
C1 - C2Language Essentials170 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
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Spanish Through Literature · Read, Interpret, and Speak More Deeply 📚
B2 - C2Language Essentials275 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 10% off
💛 Special Rate · Students Joined in 2025
A1 - C2Language Essentials211 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
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602 Reviews
Emily Sunderland
8 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Raciel is a phenomenal teacher. He's well prepared to meet you at your level, provide materials, homework, and feedback. I know multiple people taking classes with him and everyone is having a great experience. Can't recommend enough.
Mar 25, 2026
Madison Rose
70 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
Nicholas La Claire
1 Spanish lesson
I requested a class with Raciel in order to complete an interview that I had for my college course. He was accommodating, professional, punctual, and answered all of my questions with a good amount of detail and knowledge.
Apr 24, 2026
Charlotte Buchanan (
62 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Language learning is a slow journey and Raciel is an excellent guide to navigate the wild adventure that is Spanish conjugation. I have been learning with Raciel for over a year and have noticed a considerable improvement in receptive understanding and my ability to communicate. Raciel has the patience of a saint while I stumble through sentences and always explains why one phrase or structure may be better to use. He is methodical and thoughtful in his explanations and uses a combination of traditional homework, on screen text to practice and discuss, and good old conversation. If you’re looking for a great teacher, Raciel is your guy!
Feb 16, 2026
Jude
29 Spanish lessons
Thank you, Raciel! I always enjoy our classes. Thanks for your patience and your clear explanations as I practice Spanish. Can't wait for our next class!
May 22, 2026
Taylor
4 Spanish lessons
Raciel is a great teacher. He’s very patient and easy to talk to. Recommend.
Apr 1, 2026
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