From MexicoLiving in Mexico City, Mexico (20:30 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 16, 2020
InterestsFilms & TV SeriesBusiness & FinanceReading
Hello. I am Mario. I am from Mexico, but I have lived in the United States, Argentina and other countries.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Languages. I am a translator and a certified Coach, but my true passion is teaching. I have over 20 years of experience teaching Spanish and English to adults not only online but also in the classroom.
I hold certificates in both teaching and online teaching.
When I'm not working, I love reading graphic novels and thrillers. I am a black belt in karate and have been practicing a martial art called Arnis Kali Eskrima for the last couple of years.
I am convinced that we all have unlimited potential to develop any skill including languages.
Me as a Teacher
I specialize in conversational and business lessons with intermediate and advanced learners. I am friendly and very patient. My students often thank me for being someone who convinces them that they can truly master a language.
My lessons & teaching style
I am friendly and very patient. I am a dynamic teacher who firmly believes that motivation is essential to learn any language.
I use a wide variety of resources in all my lessons to keep you both motivated and engaged especially in an online environment.
My teaching material
PDF file
Presentation slides/PPT
Video files
Image files
Audio files
Flashcards
Articles and news
Homework Assignments
Quizzes
Certificates
Certificate of Proficiency in English - University of Cambridge - 1998
Certificate verified
Interpreter-Translator - Berlitz - 1995
Certificate verified
Education
1997 - 2002
Bachelor’s - LanguagesInstituto Superior Angloamericano
Work Experience
1992 - 2020
TeacherHarmon Hall - CIUDAD DE MEXICO, Mexico
2004 - 2006
TeacherBerlitz - CIUDAD DE MEXICO, Mexico
2008 - 2015
Marketing ConsultantCambridge English - CIUDAD DE MEXICO, Mexico
5.0
Rating
8
Students
188
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
8
Students
188
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Spanish
English
Curso de Español de Nivel Intermedio (B1) / Spanish Course - Intermediate Level
B1Language Essentials147 lessons completed
USD 12.00
Package with 9% off
Curso de Español de Nivel Intermedio Alto (B2) / Spanish Course - Upper-Intermediate Level
B2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 12.00
Package with 9% off
Curso de Español de Nivel Avanzado (C1) / Spanish Course - Advanced Level
C1Language Essentials31 lessons completed
USD 12.00
Package with 9% off
Curso de Español de Nivel Profesional (C2) / Spanish Course - Professional Level
C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 12.00
Package with 9% off
Correos Electrónicos y Redacción en los Negocios (B1-C1) / E-mail and Business Writing (B1-C1)
B1 - C1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 12.00
Package with 9% off
Availability
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9 Reviews
All
Spanish
English
Jake C
98 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
With Mario’s decades of experience both as a teacher and as translator it is no surprise that he makes an excellent teacher. His session are structured, professional yet informal. Throughout his sessions he is very attentive and actively takes note of any struggles with pronunciation and translation.
He has plenty of teaching materials and is excellent at letting you set your own pace.
I find it a privilege to have him as a teacher and I plan on taking many more classes with him.
Feb 4, 2022
Rono
19 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
An excellent skillful teacher. Disciplined, methodical and extremely fun. No puedo esperar hasta la próxima clase. ¡Me late!
Dec 1, 2020
Eric
1 Spanish lesson
Mario is a professional and courteous conversationalist!
Mar 31, 2021
Aaron T
31 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have done over 800 lessons for learning several languages here on iTalki, and I can tell that Mario is professional and experienced in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. The lessons are always well prepared and structured with a good balance between grammar and conversation practice. Highly recommended! 挺好,这位老师很有经验! Je suis très content des cours avec Mario ! Un bon prof ! Muchas gracias como siempre, Mario! :)
Feb 21, 2021
Aaron T
31 Spanish lessons
Mario always goes above and beyond my expectations. Thanks to his expertise in Business Administration, I have learned and improved so much not only my Spanish language skills but also business knowledge through each lesson. Thanks again Mario, as always!
Jun 27, 2021
Rono
19 Spanish lessons
Mis lecciones con él son muy divertidas. ¡Es muy chido!