If you are studying Latin at the University of Miami, learning the language as a high school student at Terra Environmental Research Institute or Coral Reef Senior High School, or you are working toward understanding Latin in your free time, Varsity Tutors is here to help you build your skills through a Miami Latin course. Learning a new language doesn't come easily to many people, and you may have found that you don't learn quite as well as you'd like in a traditional classroom setting or on your own.
Whether you are completely new to the language or whether you already have some knowledge of Latin, it is important to remember that you need consistent practice in communicating, whether that's through writing in the language or speaking it out loud. A Miami Latin course can help with your recent language learning undertaking as well as provide you access to a proficient Latin instructor who will be there for you every step of the way.
Latin was first used as the ancient language of Latium, the area in Italy where Rome is located. There are many languages that were developed from Latin, including French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Romanian. These are referred to as the Romance languages.
When the ancient Romans began to create forms of the written word, there came a divide in the language. Classical Latin is known for its formality and its elegance, and it has a vocabulary, grammar, and style that is modeled after Greek. Vulgar Latin, the popular spoken form of the language, was used by colonists and soldiers during the Roman Empire era. Vulgar Latin has a more streamlined use of word order, relies less on inflection, and uses more prepositions.
Latin was spoken during the Middle Ages and into the beginning of the modern period. Several times, there were attempts to revive classical Latin, but these attempts all failed as vernacular languages rose in popularity. Now Latin is considered a "dead" language, though the Roman Catholic Church still uses it as their official tongue, as well as Vatican City.
Despite the fact that Latin is considered a "dead" language, you can still benefit from learning to speak it. Maybe you plan to use it to pursue interests in the legal, medical, theological, or scientific professions. Perhaps you want to learn a Romance language and need a great starting point. Either way, a Miami Latin class can help you with your personal goals.
What material does a Miami Latin course teach?
Because the language is no longer used as a main form of communication, developing a true Latin accent is not necessary. This can make learning the principles behind Latin pronunciation a lot easier and less stressful. Once your pronunciation of the words is mastered, you may find that learning new vocabulary is quite a bit simpler, and you can begin diving into the Latin literature and enjoying some of the written poetry and prose.
The Latin language uses genders for nouns that are categorized into three forms: masculine, feminine, and neuter. Learning what form the noun will take requires a bit of memorization on your part, but your Latin instructor will be there to help encourage you to practice. You might find that certain words that are often associated with a specific gender in English will match that gender in Latin. For example, the word "miles" is masculine and means "soldier", whereas the word "regina" is feminine and means "queen". The adjectives used to describe these nouns will match the noun in gender and number, whether in the singular form or when pluralized.
Another thing you will learn in a Latin class is how the endings of Latin words are very important in understanding how different words relate to each other in a sentence. For native English speakers, this can sometimes seem complex, because English does not put as much of an emphasis on inflection. Instead, the English language relies on word order to make sense of which subject in the sentence is performing an action.
As one example, a sentence in English may read "the mouse hides from the cat". If you change the word order to read "the cat hides from the mouse", the difference is very obvious. In Latin, however, the word order is less important to understanding which subject is doing the hiding. Instead, the end of the word will tell you which subject is performing the verb.
This can all seem very confusing, but try not to worry too much. Your Latin teacher can offer plenty of discussions about these subjects and allow you plenty of time to practice using the language correctly.
How will a Miami Latin course teach me?
Since a Miami Latin class is fully interactive in an online environment with an experienced Latin teacher, you will have the opportunity to communicate and interact with the instructor and the other students easily. The convenience of being online is not to be ignored. You will never have to commute and can study right there in your living room.
On top of that, if you are struggling with a certain subject or don't understand certain grammatical rules and nuances, a Miami Latin course can provide you with a chance to reserve some one-on-one time with your teacher.
Classes start on a rolling monthly basis, so it is easy to jump in and get started. Additionally, classes are offered at various times, so you can choose to practice during the weekend, at night, or during the day.
How do I get started?
Enrolling in a Miami Latin class is very simple. Contact Varsity Tutors and let us know that you are ready to get started. Whether you are a complete novice or someone brushing up on their skills, we can help you find a class that fits your needs. Our educational consultants can supply you with more details regarding how and when to get started, information about what the course will cover, and what current classes are available. In a short time, you can be on your way to learning Latin.

Brianna: Miami Latin course instructor
...than the topics I am tutoring them in. I hope to make the lessons fun and engaging, especially for students who are struggling so they have the motivation they need to succeed in school. I look forward to meeting you and working towards your goal of academic success together. Whether you want to catch up if you are falling behind, get ahead on a difficult topic, boost your scores on an exam, or learn something...
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- Fairfield University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- National University of Ireland at Galway - Master of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- College Chemistry
- +134 subjects

Juliette: Miami Latin course instructor
...Writing Teaching Assistant for 1 year. I run my tutoring sessions by creating a nice and relaxing environment with the student, and making tutoring sessions as entertaining and efficient as possible. In my sessions, I like to have a positive outlook on whatever problem we're trying to solve in the tutoring session. Whatever issue you are trying to tackle, we can work together to solve it! I tutor courses in Spanish, English as a Second...
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- University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras - Bachelor in Arts, Language Interpretation and Translation
- Florida International University - Master of Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Greek
- Spanish
- +79 subjects

Sharif: Miami Latin course instructor
My favorite subject has to be math. It is a language of its own, and not everybody understands it, at first. I would like to help people understand math because it is a subject that, once learned, not only becomes something that will help you in life but something you will love as well.
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- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Engineering
- SSAT- Middle Level
- +75 subjects

Andrea: Miami Latin course instructor
...and physics are my forte, I am also adept in tutoring english grammar, language, and literature. There are few things I enjoy more than a true challenge, whether it be physical or mental. I aspire to be a great inventor and hope that my ideas and creations may simplify life as we know it and bring health, comfort, and joy to the masses. My favorite book is "Good Omens" by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett...
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- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Study Skills
- SAT
- IB Physics
- +54 subjects

Jason: Miami Latin course instructor
Hey! I am a social work graduate student and I love music, history, philosophy, and literature. I love working with students and I love helping students. I have tutored in elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and college classes. I specialize in english, writing, history, essay preparation, SAT prep, research, and language arts. I am happy to schedule an appointment with you either online or in person.
Education & Certification
- Palm Beach Atlantic University-West Palm Beach - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
- Baylor University - Master of Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- College Level American History
- Adult ESL/ELL
- +112 subjects
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- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- SAT Subject Test in Spanish
- Latin 2
- +41 subjects

Luis: Miami Latin course instructor
...show them that what they have to say is truly important. This leads to more confidence in their work and better writing in the long term. Besides my official tutoring experience, I have volunteered at multiple schools, mainly an Elementary School where my mother is a first grade teacher. Academically, I have been an active of Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honor Society at FIU, and Eta Sigma Phi, the Classics Honor Society at UF....
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Studies
- Florida International University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- College English
- Languages
- Essay Editing
- +11 subjects

Ilia: Miami Latin course instructor
...contexts for over 20 years now. From tutoring one-on-one to university lecturing, from test prep for high school students to conversational English classes for business professionals, it all has shaped me and helped me become a professional educator. Teaching is my passion, and with my educational background (PhD in Linguistics, and years of SAT/ACT prep in high-school and as a tutor), I have both the certification and the skills to help students succeed!
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - Bachelors, English, Linguistics
- Altai State University - PHD, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Russian
- ACT Reading
- Elementary School
- +29 subjects

Katerina: Miami Latin course instructor
...a writing sample to see if I was up to the task. Eventually, I decided to take my chances and write the essay the best way I knew how. I could hardly breathe waiting for the professor to grade and return our papers. Finally, she called us one by one up to her desk, and she handed us our papers. I do not know what she said to the other students, but as she held...
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- Florida Atlantic University - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- French
- Greek
- Elementary School Reading
- +74 subjects

Neals: Miami Latin course instructor
...I learned to think critically but I also learned to see them as a way to understand and describe our physical world and not merely as an isolated set of facts and formulas. The results I obtained from self-learning- reflected in my salient grades in mathematics and science classes- made it clear that I had to pursue a career in math or a pure or applied science. I realized that my strengths lie in using...
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- Florida International University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- GED
- Mechanical Engineering
- +71 subjects

Suresh: Miami Latin course instructor
Highly qualified, vastly experienced with multiple curriculums, I enjoy teaching for the sheer thrill of seeing students and adults progress and achieve their academic, and in general life's objectives. I hail from a family of teachers and had no hesitation at any stage in making teaching my most preferred Profession.
Education & Certification
- Indiana Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
- Florida Atlantic University - Master of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Study Skills
- LSAT
- +91 subjects

Eduardo: Miami Latin course instructor
...online platforms where I have worked with at least 1000 over the past years. After majoring in mechanical engineering I moved to Europe and have lived in a few countries ever since. Tutoring has been a steady side-gig for me in Italy, France, Portugal, Germany, and The Netherlands. I am also a massive language learning fan and I guess that because it made me more marketable, I have actually held tutoring sessions in at least...
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- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- Politecnico di Milano - Italy - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Dutch
- French
- Spanish
- +57 subjects

Leydi: Miami Latin course instructor
My name is Leydi Arboleda, I graduated from Nova Southeastern University with a B.A in Political Science, and a B.S. in Legal Studies. I will be attending law school in the Fall, and obtained a very good score on my LSAT. I was born and raised in a small town in Peru. I love Peruvian culture, cuisine, and tourism. I am a motivated person that loves to have the opportunity to help others learn something...
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- Nova Southeastern University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- IB Language ab initio
- Russian
- IB Classical Languages
- +52 subjects

Joshua: Miami Latin course instructor
I consider myself a life-long learner. I have one PhD and two Master's degrees, planning on medical school asap and a few more graduate degrees in diverse fields. I am proficient in seven languages and hope to learn at least another three in time. I enjoy teaching math, foreign languages, and anything remotely related to philosophy. I have taught both at the University and High School levels, tutored kids of all ages in a wide...
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- Ave Maria University - Bachelor of Philosophy, Philosophy
- Catholic University of America - Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- French
- German
- +55 subjects

Courtney: Miami Latin course instructor
...subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I work in a library, after all! Im also an avid journaler. I...
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- Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- Essay Editing
- High School English
- +122 subjects

Ruth: Miami Latin course instructor
...currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage them.... Learning is most effective when the student is having fun, and the best way to learn is to teach.
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Reading
- English
- Essay Editing
- +43 subjects

John: Miami Latin course instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- Polish
- French
- +110 subjects

Audrey: Miami Latin course instructor
...I tutor in a broad range of subjects, but would especially love to help you learn more about Latin, English, and astronomy, because those were my favorite subjects in school. I'd also love to help you with prepping for any section of the ACT or SAT, because I remember how stressful those tests were, and want to help you feel as confident and calm as you can while you get ready for them.
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- OAT Physics
- High School English
- +100 subjects

Natalie: Miami Latin course instructor
...and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I care deeply about my students and their success, and I look forward to working with...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- German
- French
- SAT Writing and Language
- +59 subjects

Bradley: Miami Latin course instructor
...and similarities among various noun and verb endings they need to know so they can truly master these fundamentals of the language. Though I went on to earn a degree in Latin and Greek literature in college, I really think my passionate interest in this subject was nurtured and allowed to thrive because of the extremely solid foundation I received in Latin grammar from one outstanding high school teacher. I hope to emulate his outstanding...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Greek and Latin literature
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- High School Level American History
- +39 subjects