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Javier

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Javier

Current Grad Student, Sutdio Art
Javier's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature
Education

University at Buffalo

Current Grad Student, Sutdio Art

Alexander

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Alexander

Current Undergrad, Education
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Spanish with Listening
College Essays

I am Alexander (Defender of Men) 26 years old; enthusiastic, passionate, funny, friendly and a nature lover guy native from Colombia. I enjoy sharing time with family and friends. I like hiking, painting, photography, teaching, helping others and traveling.

Education

Universidad de la Amazonia

Current Undergrad, Education

Jade

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jade

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Jade's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biomedical Engineering

I'm a recent graduate from RIT in biomedical engineering. I have experience tutoring both elementary and high school students. A variety of teaching tools were especially useful during my education. Discovering the best method for learning is vital and I'll work to ensure my students are able to pin...

Education

Rochester Institute of Technology

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Angela

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Angela

Bachelor's
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT Aspire

I am a graduate of Buffalo State College. I received my Master's in Adult Education with a focus on human development and foreign language (specifically Spanish & Italian). Since graduating, I've had the opportunity to teach Spanish, Italian & English to Adult Learners. I've had the opportunity to t...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Aweso

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Aweso

Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics
Aweso's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I'm a math major with interests and minors in History, Finance, Accounting, and Management. Hope I can help you and make you a better student. We can all learn together and make the world a better place.

Education

D'Youville College

Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics

Manuella

Certified Tutor

Manuella

Current Undergrad, French/ Political Science, Spanish
Manuella's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I'm happy to help anyone who wants my help and who genuinely wants to learn a different language.

Education

Allegheny College

Current Undergrad, French/ Political Science, Spanish

Michael

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Michael

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy
Advertising
African History

I am a member of the Teach For America Corps and will be teaching Spanish in the Baltimore City Public Schools this fall. I am passionate about and love teaching/tutoring anything related to Spanish, Reading, Writing, English and Marketing! Lets conquer this together and get some work done, learn an...

Education

University of Mississippi

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Jeremy

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Jeremy

Bachelor's
Jeremy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Statistics
Biology

I am a recent graduate of Tulane University with a B.S. in Neuroscience. I was also on the pre-medical track, and I will be attending medical school next year. My interests lie in the STEM subjects of math, biology, chemistry, and physics. As a high school student and undergraduate, I tutored many o...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Mariela

Certified Tutor

Mariela

Master of Science, Geological Sciences (Geophysics)
Mariela's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
College Physics

I have a BS in Geology from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez and a MS in Geophysics from Brown University. Having grown up in Puerto Rico, I am fluent in both conversational and academic Spanish. Over the past five years, I have taught a variety of physical science courses at the collegiate level ...

Education

Brown University

Master of Science, Geological Sciences (Geophysics)

University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

Bachelor of Science, Geology

Sarah

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sarah

Masters, Critical Studies (Fulbright Fellowship)
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Writing
10th-12th Grade Reading
Adult Literacy
American Literature

I am multi-media artist and educator working at intersections of audio documentary, performance, and media literacy. I have worked with middle and high school students in a variety of settings and contexts, teaching visual and performing arts, journalism, politics, and art history in classrooms, mus...

Education

Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien

Masters, Critical Studies (Fulbright Fellowship)

University of Chicago

Bachelors, Anthropology and Visual Art

Frequently Asked Questions

During your first session, a tutor will assess your current Spanish level across reading, writing, speaking, and listening to understand your strengths and areas for growth. They'll learn about your goals—whether you're preparing for an exam, building conversational fluency, or strengthening classroom performance—and create a personalized plan tailored to your needs. This foundation helps ensure every session after that is focused and productive.

In a classroom of Buffalo students with a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio, speaking practice time is limited. With personalized tutoring, you get dedicated conversation time with an expert tutor who can correct your pronunciation in real-time, model natural speech patterns, and adjust the difficulty to match your level. This consistent speaking practice is one of the most effective ways to build confidence and develop authentic accent and fluency.

Verb conjugation is one of the trickiest parts of Spanish grammar, but it becomes manageable with a strategic approach. Rather than memorizing endless tables, tutors help you understand the patterns and rules behind conjugations, then practice them in real conversational contexts where they naturally appear. Spaced repetition and retrieval practice—testing yourself on conjugations over time—also strengthens retention far better than cramming.

Passive vocabulary lists fade quickly, but active use sticks. Expert tutors help you learn new words in meaningful contexts—through conversations, reading passages, or scenarios relevant to your interests—rather than isolated flashcards. Combining multiple exposures (reading, hearing, speaking, writing) and reviewing words at strategic intervals helps move vocabulary from short-term memory into long-term retention.

Yes. Language and culture are deeply connected, and understanding cultural context helps you use Spanish authentically. Tutors often weave in cultural references, regional variations, and real-world contexts from Spanish-speaking countries to help you grasp why certain expressions exist and how native speakers actually communicate. This immersion-style approach makes learning more engaging and prepares you to understand Spanish beyond the textbook.

Absolutely. Whether you're in middle school, high school, or AP Spanish, personalized tutoring bridges gaps between classroom instruction and your individual learning pace. A tutor can clarify concepts from your class, help with homework, prepare you for tests, and strengthen whichever skills need the most work—whether that's grammar, reading comprehension, or speaking fluency.

Fluency depends on your starting level and how much you practice. Research suggests reaching professional-level proficiency typically requires around 600 hours of study and practice. With consistent 1-on-1 tutoring combined with your own practice, you can accelerate progress significantly. Your tutor can set realistic milestones and track your growth across all four skills—reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Look for tutors with native or near-native Spanish fluency, teaching experience, and expertise in the specific areas you need help with—whether that's conversational Spanish, grammar, test prep, or advanced literature. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven teaching ability and can adapt their instruction to your learning style and goals. A good tutor should be able to explain concepts clearly and create an environment where you feel comfortable practicing and making mistakes.

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