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Valentina Castañeda
Community TutorTeaches
Spanish
Native
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English
French
Other
Friendly Spanish Tutor from Colombia| 4+ Years of Experience | Natural, Fun & Real Conversations
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
English
French
Other
Friendly Spanish Tutor from Colombia| 4+ Years of Experience | Natural, Fun & Real Conversations
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From ColombiaLiving in Medellin, Colombia (02:46 UTC-05:00)
About Me
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Hi! I’m Valen, a Spanish tutor from Medellín, Colombia. I’m also a content creator and a professional architect, but what I truly enjoy the most is helping people connect deeply with the Spanish language and Latin American culture. If you're a curious, self-motivated learner who wants to improve their Spanish in a relaxed, friendly and supportive space — you’re in the right place!
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¡Hola! Soy Valen, tutora de español de Medellín, Colombia. Lo que más disfruto es ayudar a las personas a conectar con el idioma español y con la cultura latinoamericana. Si eres una persona autodidacta, curiosa y con muchas ganas de mejorar su español ¡aquí estoy para ayudarte!Me as a Teacher
Students say they feel like they’re talking to a friend, I always bring good vibes, meaningful topics, and a warm space to grow your Spanish. Feel free to check my reviews and let’s start your learning journey together!
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Mis estudiantes dicen que se sienten como si hablaran con una amiga. Siempre tengo buena energía, temas interesantes y un espacio cálido para que aprendas. Revisa mis reseñas y comencemos tu viaje de aprendizaje juntos! My lessons & teaching style
My classes are mostly conversational with instant corrections, and when needed, I explain grammar topics using visual presentations and real-life examples. In our first class, we’ll have a relaxed chat to get to know each other: we’ll talk about your goals, your lifestyle, and how you prefer to be corrected (I’ll adapt to what feels best for you).
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Mis clases son principalmente conversacionales y cuando es necesario, explico temas gramaticales usando presentaciones visuales y ejemplos reales. En nuestra primera clase tendremos una charla relajada para conocernos mejor: hablaremos sobre tus metas, tu estilo de vida y cómo prefieres que te corrija (me adaptaré a lo que prefieras).My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
191
Students
2,151
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
53 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Speaking class / Hablemos en Español
A2 - C1Conversation1,471 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Package with 8% off
Spanish for Couples
A1 - C2Conversation2 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 7% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Podcast (6)
Quiz (14)
118 Reviews
NicLaprade
45 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Highly recommend! My experience with Valentina has been nothing short of fantastic. Her teaching style is both effective and enjoyable. She brings a sense of fun and friendliness to every session, making learning feel effortless. Conversations with her flow naturally, creating an environment where I feel comfortable and motivated to learn. I've decided to go full-time with her, and I couldn't be happier with my progress. If you're looking for a tutor who is not only knowledgeable but also makes learning a pleasure, look no further than Valentina!
Mar 7, 2024
Jay
479 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
She is an awesome teacher! I can’t recommend her enough. Always prepared ready to answer all your questions and explain more in detail. Super knowledgeable.
Apr 12, 2022
Esteban Henriquez
2 Spanish lessons
Valentina is the best! Felt like talking to an old friend. Highly recommend!
Nov 11, 2025
Freddie
64 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Quiero agradecerte por siempre desafiarme a hablar en español. Su apoyo ha mejorado mucho mi habilidad para comunicarme en español. Gracias por ser una maestra excepcional! :)
Oct 7, 2023
Lanita Hyatt
6 Spanish lessons
Valen brings great energy and enthusiasm to our sessions. She is really engaged. She gently corrects me as needed. I'm very happy with her style and the progress I'm making. She speaks really clearly and slows down for me when she sees I'm struggling. I recommend her highly.
Nov 14, 2025
Kendall
2 Spanish lessons
Valentina is a very bubly language partner. I had a great time with her as she was helping reinforce my basics and have more precise word choices. Give her a try.
Nov 5, 2025
Trial Lesson
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