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Joan Ferreres Martín
Professional TeacherTeaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
Catalan
Native
English
Japanese
French
Other
Spanish Philologist with two Master's Degrees in teaching (4 years+ on italki)
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
Catalan
Native
English
Japanese
French
Other
Spanish Philologist with two Master's Degrees in teaching (4 years+ on italki)
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From SpainLiving in Barcelona, Spain (04:16 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 18, 2021InterestsTechMusicGaming
My name is Joan, I'm from Barcelona and I'm a Spanish teacher. I have a degree in Spanish Philology and two Master's Degrees in Spanish Teaching, one for teaching to foreign students and another one for working in high schools.
I like teaching my language to people, as well as learning new languages. I can speak Spanish, Catalan, English and some French and Japanese. I also like travelling and meeting new people. I'm always interested in learning new things about other cultures.
I consider myself to be a patient and calm person.Me as a Teacher
I'm a calm and patient teacher and I can adapt to my student's pace. I like to make sure that my student understands everything and I don't mind explaining as many times as needed. I try to have my student actively participate in class, instead of me speaking all the time and reciting rules and theory. However, I am quite grammar focused and like doing exercises, reading and practising what we learn, so my classes are pretty structured, not just conversation practice about random topics.
I am available for either recurring classes every week or single classes once in a while. So don’t worry if you have a busy schedule or if you just need me to help you practice from time to time. My lessons & teaching style
I will adapt to your level. We will learn the different skills of the language: reading, listening, writing, speaking and interacting.
By default, my lessons will follow the structure and the contents of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Levels A1 to C2), but we can instead focus on those aspects that interest you the most or those grammar topics that you are having trouble with (just let me know).
My lessons are organized and have a logical order. I follow the structure of a language book and I add some additional exercises. But you don't need to buy anything. We will work together in a Google document, which you will be able to access or download anytime.Education
2006 - 2011
Bachelor’s - Filología HispánicaEstudios de lengua y literatura española.
Spanish Language and Literature studies.
2013 - 2015
Master's - Formación de Profesores Español Lengua ExtranjeraMáster oficial en Formación de profesores de español como lengua
extranjera.
fficial Master’s Degree in teacher training of Spanish as a foreign language.
2016 - 2017
Master's - Formación de Profesores de Educación SecundariaMáster oficial en Formación del profesorado de Educación Secundaria
Obligatoria, Bachillerato, Formación Profesional y enseñanza de idiomas
(especialidad lengua y literatura española).
Official Master’s Degree in teacher training for Compulsory Secondary
Education, Baccalaureate, Vocational Training and Language Teaching
(specialty in Spanish language and literature).
Work Experience
2013 - 2013
Teaching PracticePrácticas como parte del Máster de formación de profesores de español como lengua
extranjera. 30 horas de clase con estudiantes extranjeros de nivel A2.
Teaching Practice as part of the Master’s Degree in teacher training of Spanish as a
foreign language. 30 hours of class with foreign students of A2 level.
2017 - 2017
Teaching PracticePrácticas como parte del Máster de formación de profesorado de Educación
Secundaria Obligatoria y Bachillerato. 200 horas de clase con estudiantes nacionales
de los cuatro cursos de la ESO.
Teaching Practice as part of the Master’s Degree in Compulsory Secondary Education
and Baccalaureate. 200 hours of class with Spanish students, ages 12 - 16.
2018 - 2018
Substitute TeacherSustitución de 15 días a tiempo completo en el instituto público Santa Eulalia. Clases
de lengua española y literatura y otras asignaturas impartidas por la profesora
sustituida con grupo
Substitution of 15 days (full-time) at the Santa Eulalia public school. Classes of Spanish
language, literature and other subjects taught by the original teacher. Students of first
and third year of Spanish compulsory secondary education and first year of
baccalaureate (ages 12 – 17).
2018 - 2021
Substitue TeacherEstoy registrado como profesor en el Departamento de Educación de la Generalitat de Catalunya y he trabajado en diversas escuelas públicas como profesor sustituto de español con gente joven (de edades entre 12 y 18 años).
I am registered as teacher in the Department of Education of the Generalitat de Catalunya and I have worked in several public schools as a substitute Spanish teacher with young people (ages 12 to 18).
2021 - 2022
Spansih teacherI have been teaching Spanish on italki for more than a year
5.0
Rating
210
Students
2,538
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Spanish Lessons
Trial Lesson
128 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Clase de español / Spanish Class
A1 - C2Language Essentials2,410 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 16% off
Availability
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69 Reviews
Tarik
37 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
The classes with Joan are enjoyable and informative. His accent is neutral and he is good to understand. Additionally, the lessons are prepared and he will guide you step by step. Nonetheless, when you are curious about something you can bring up topics of your own as well. And you will increase your vocabulary every lesson.
Sep 3, 2024
Anne Bellomy
53 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
I always enjoy my classes with Joan. The classes are structured with many opportunities for reading, writing, talking, and asking questions. They are fun, but also informative. And he is giving me an appreciation of Spain. When travel is easier, I would love to go there!
Dec 23, 2021
Minako A
1 Spanish lesson
Muchas gracias!
Nov 3, 2025
Irina
31 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Joan is a super kind and dedicated teacher who puts a lot of effort into every lesson! He has been helping me prepare for my mock oral exam and even though he wasn't familiar with the exam format and content, he prepared examples and vocabulary for each topic as well as correcting my prepared responses and answering any questions I had. This was also my first time trying online language lessons so I was quite nervous but his friendly and open nature made me feel at ease :)) I would definitely recommend him to anyone - ¡gracias por todo Joan!
Dec 5, 2023
SarahC
11 Spanish lessons
Recomiendo a Joan como profesor. ¿Por qué? Porque me está ayudando a entender la gramática, hablamos tanto en inglés como en español. Antes, cuando tenía profesores que insistían en hablar solo en español, no los entendía. Sus clases se adaptan a mi nivel y son interesantes y útiles. Además, me da consejos sobre cómo se habla español de verdad en España, no solo como se ve en los libros de texto o en clase. Creo que algún día podré dejar de estudiar, quizá el año que viene, y centrarme solo en hablar, lo cual es fantástico. ¡Muchas gracias, Joan!
Nov 7, 2025
SarahC
11 Spanish lessons
Explicaciones gramaticales muy útiles. ¡Esto significa que puedo terminar mis estudios antes de lo que pensaba! Gracias, Joan.
Oct 24, 2025
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