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Laura Martinez
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Experienced Spanish Teacher with Fluent English and French: Unlock Your Language Potential Today!
Teaches
English
Native
Spanish
Native
Speaks
French
Other
Experienced Spanish Teacher with Fluent English and French: Unlock Your Language Potential Today!
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From ColombiaLiving in Bogota, Colombia (08:05 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 14, 2020InterestsWritingFilms & TV SeriesReadingArtSports & Fitness
¡Hola! I’m your high-energy Spanish coach from Colombia, turning language learning into a playground. Think of me as your fitness trainer for Spanish—except we swap burpees for verbs and gaming for grammar!
Whether you’re a gamer, sports lover, or just hate boring textbooks, my classes blend movement, interactive apps, and real-world chatter to make Spanish stick *fast*. Forget memorizing—we’ll level up your skills through Mario Kart races (en español), soccer vocab drills, or meme battles.
Ready to learn without noticing? Let’s press start! 🎮⚡
As a qualified and experienced Spanish teacher (Foreign Languages Degree +4 years of experience) , I am committed to making the learning process enjoyable and effective for you. I am patient, friendly and passionate about teaching Spanish. My goal is to help you achieve your language goals and make you feel comfortable speaking Spanish in any situation.
So whether you're learning Spanish for work, travel or just for fun, I invite you to book a class with me and start your journey towards fluency!
My classes are designed to help you improve your Spanish language skills through engaging conversations that will help you develop your fluency and confidence. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, I will tailor the classes to your individual needs and goals, making sure that we cover the topics that interest you the most.
Each class is conducted live and you'll have the opportunity to practice your speaking, listening, and com...My teaching material
- Audio files
- Text Documents
- Quizzes
- PDF file
- Flashcards
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
Certificates
Proof of employment - Voxy Inc - 2024Bachelor’s Degree: A degree in a relevant field such as Spanish, Education, Linguistics, or Modern Languages is often required.
Teaching Certifications: While not always mandatory, having a certification like TEFL, TESOL, or a teaching credential can be beneficial.
Native or Near-Native Proficiency: Instructors must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in Spanish and often in English as well.
Experience: Prior experience in teaching Spanish, particularly in virtual or online settings
Proof of employment - Language Bird Inc. - 2024A Bachelor’s Degree: Preferably in Spanish, Education, Linguistics, or a related field.
Fluency in Spanish: Native or near-native proficiency in both spoken and written Spanish.
Teaching Certification (Optional): Some positions may prefer or require teaching certifications like TEFL, TESOL, or similar, but this varies.
Experience in Teaching: While not always a formal academic requirement, having experience in teaching or tutoring Spanish is highly valued.
Licenciatura en Español y Lenguas Extranjeras - Universidad de la Salle - 2023
Licenciatura en Español y Lenguas Extranjeras - Universidad de la Salle - 2023The Foreign Languages program at Universidad de La Salle is an in-depth academic course designed to develop professionals with a strong command of three languages: English, French, and Spanish. This program equips students with the linguistic proficiency and pedagogical skills needed to teach these languages in various educational settings. In addition to linguistic mastery, the program emphasizes pedagogical training. Students learn about various teaching methodologies.
DELF - Alianza Francesa - 2021El Certificado DELF (Diplôme d'études en langue française) es un título oficial otorgado por el Ministerio de Educación Nacional de Francia para certificar el nivel de competencia en francés de los candidatos extranjeros. Obtener el nivel B1 del DELF implica demostrar una competencia comunicativa satisfactoria en la lengua francesa en situaciones cotidianas, y también en situaciones más formales, como presentar un proyecto o debatir sobre un tema.
Teaching experience
2019 - 2022
TeacherTeaching Spanish Language and Literature: The primary duty is to teach students the Spanish language, including grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, and literature. This includes both classical and contemporary texts to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language.
2020 - Current
TeacherAs a virtual Spanish teacher at LanguageBird, the role involves delivering personalized, one-on-one Spanish lessons to students of varying ages and proficiency levels through an online platform. The teacher tailors each lesson to meet the individual needs and goals of the student, whether they are preparing for exams, seeking to improve conversational skills, or aiming to enhance their understanding of Spanish culture. Utilizing a range of digital tools and resources, the teacher creates an enga
2019 - Current
Online teacherAs a virtual Spanish teacher on various online platforms, the role entails providing high-quality, interactive Spanish lessons to a diverse range of students from around the world. This includes designing and delivering personalized lessons that cater to the individual learning goals and proficiency levels of each student. The teacher utilizes various digital tools and resources to create engaging and effective learning experiences, incorporating multimedia content to enhance understanding and r
2024 - Current
Spanish Instructor.A Spanish instructor at Language Bird Inc. teaches one-on-one virtual language lessons to students of various ages and levels. They tailor lessons to each student's needs, focusing on improving speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Instructors also track student progress, provide feedback, and create engaging, personalized activities to enhance language learning.
Education
2018 - 2023
Bachelor’s - Bachelor's Degree in Spanish, English, and French.The Foreign Languages program at Universidad de La Salle is an in-depth academic course designed to develop professionals with a strong command of three languages: English, French, and Spanish. This program equips students with the linguistic proficiency and pedagogical skills needed to teach these languages in various educational settings. In addition to linguistic mastery, the program emphasizes pedagogical training. Students learn about various teaching methodologies.
Work Experience
2022 - 2023
Teacher
2024 - Current
Spanish InstructorA Spanish instructor at Language Bird Inc. teaches one-on-one virtual language lessons to students of various ages and levels. They tailor lessons to each student's needs, focusing on improving speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Instructors also track student progress, provide feedback, and create engaging, personalized activities to enhance language learning.
5.0
Rating
306
Students
2,332
Lessons
97%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
English
Spanish
Trial Lesson
153 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Conversation classes
A1 - C2Language Essentials580 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 51% off
Grammar lesson (Beginner to advanced)
A1 - C1Language Essentials147 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 20% off
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167 Reviews
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English
Spanish
Eugene
57 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm so happy that I found Laura on italki when I decided to get serious about learning Spanish! She's an amazing teacher with not only a degree but also tons of experience in teaching different levels - from complete beginners such as myself and all the way up to advanced C2. Laura always comes well-prepared for our classes, and brings a lot of energy, enthusiasm, and patience for my silly questions. She runs most of our classes in Spanish - but she also speaks excellent English which can be helpful when I'm clueless about certain word or topic. I always look forward for my next class!
Nov 17, 2025
Raquel
21 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laura is the best teacher ever. She speaks very clearly(especially when I don’t know so much Spanish) and she does everything to help me speak with confidence. She tailors my classes to my level, and most importantly, her classes are a lot of fun!
Laura es la mejor. Elijanla sin hesitación.
Oct 14, 2023
Trabian
2 Spanish lessons
Love the teaching style will be doing more lessons.
May 13, 2026
Mike
67 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laura is so organized and encouraging! She has a great way of explaining things and speaks at a good level that's understandable but still challenging. I highly recommend Laura for someone learning at any level!
Jun 21, 2025
D'Ante Benford
1 Spanish lesson
Awesome first session. Very engaging and helps you build confidence through natural conversation.
May 14, 2026
Piotr Kruszyński
1 Spanish lesson
My first lesson on the platform and I loved it. Laura created a great atmosphere where I was not afraid to open up and start talking in Spanish. She was very clear on the plan.
May 8, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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