About NuLengua

NuLengua is a service for people who want to learn Spanish quickly and thoroughly using a private tutor (one-on-one lessons). Our teaching methodology and services have been developed by a team of professionals with over 100 combined years of experience in Spanish education, computational linguistics, foreign languages, and cognitive & behavioral psychology. This mix of elements in an interactive, immersion-style environment produces an unrivaled learning experience to enable you to excel in conversational Spanish in the shortest time possible. Live, interactive instruction with a native Spanish speaker is critical in establishing the proper associations and neural pathways that allow you to learn Spanish quickly and recall it instantly. We offer bilingual tutors to ease beginners into our immersion Spanish methodology, and have a dedicated customer care associate standing by to assist students with any concerns that they might have.

For much less than the cost of a teacher in New York, Toronto, or London, students can receive live Spanish instruction from certified instructors who currently teach students visiting their schools from around the world. Our teachers have been selected based on experience and a desire and ability to teach in this medium.

Free VoIP services and the availability of high speed Internet access in the areas where our partner language schools reside make this service possible. We use Skype as the platform to deliver instruction. This allows teachers and students to leverage both the Voice and Chat features of this service to maximize the learning experience.

At NuLengua we are firm believers in the ability of consumers and businesses to change the world. A percentage of the site proceeds go to local Guatemalan charities, but your participation in this service generates far more than just charity. By receiving online Spanish instruction, you are empowering workers in developing nations (i.e., Guatemala) by allowing them to earn a living wage. Moreover, this builds into the education and infrastructure of the local community by providing workers with Internet access, computers, and training. You may not need to leave the comfort of your house to take a lesson at NuLengua, but your impact can be felt across the world. Together we can help make a difference in the fight against poverty and bring relief to the world's poor.

We are also proud supporters of various medical missions teams, Engineers Without Borders, Appropriate Infrastructure Development Group, and other groups from industrialized nations serving in Latin America. If you would like to see how we can assist your group, please contact us.

All of the NuLengua instructors are native Spanish speakers with certifications for teaching Spanish. The tutors currently reside in Guatemala where they have been working as tutors for many years. Our instructors have on average more than 10 years experience and take great pride in working with students at all levels in improving their Spanish.

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Name: Daniela Robles
Availability: 42 hrs/wk. Su,M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 12 tokens
Teaches: Beginner to Intermediate (available Sunday)
Education: Studies in Education, Universidad Particular de Loja
Experience: 4 years
Fluent in: Spanish, English (bilingual)

"I combine passion, commitment and integrity in my teaching" is Daniela´s work ethic and philosophy. Daniela started working as a teacher four years ago, and from the very first time she knew that teaching was her passion.

Using communication technologies as a vehicle for teaching and learning in the contemporary moment is at the heart of her teaching philosophy. Her method of teaching is to present material with enthusiasm, share research in innovative ways, challenge her own thinking and in so doing extend that of her students and offer a very caring environment for them.

Daniela is a bilingual teacher and she knows that it is important to avoid anxiety when learning a second language, so she tries to make her students feel comfortable around her from the first class offering them a friendly, relaxed and caring environment which helps them to learn more effectively because they feel more motivated to learn Spanish and practice it from the very first class.

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Name: Diego Serrano
Availability: 78 hrs/wk. Su,M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 12 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Advanced (available Saturday & Sunday!)
Education: Bachelor in Social Communication for Development; Universidad Politécnica Salesiana.
Master in Cultural Studies and Communication; Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar.
Experience: 6 years
Fluent in: Spanish, English (bilingual)

Diego enjoys helping to learn Spanish language as facilitator. He likes to listen to music and make videos.

He uses the communicative method in his classes. This method allows to the students to speak in Spanish form the very first lesson and aids in the process of learning a new language.

He is acquainted with the new technologies and the teaching of foreign languages because these topics have been of his Interest professionally and academic. He also has developed and written multimedia materials for teaching of the Spanish language.

He is sure that the power to speak other languages is a necessary tool in the included world. For this reason, he helps his students to speak in Spanish using different perspectives that go from the informal thing up to the literature of the language. Nevertheless, he puts emphasis the practical interests of the persons who already have decided to speak another language and to understand other cultures.

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Name: Andrea Aguilar
Availability: 44 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 10 tokens
Teaches: Beginner to Intermediate (available on Saturday)
Education: Universidad del Valle
Experience: 1 year
Fluent in: Spanish, English (bilingual)



Andrea is a very patient tutor and she likes to create a positive “mood” for learning.

First, Andrea assesses a student’s strengths and needs and then she develops a program of Spanish enrichment or remediation based on the objectives of the student.

Andrea is flexible, she is willing to devote however much time is necessary to design lesson plans to build skills in any area where the student is weak.

Andrea is a native Spanish speaker and she also speaks English fluently. She understands the challenges of learning another language.

As one of her student's recently commented, "Andrea is an effective teacher while also being fun and interesting!”

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Name: Fernando Urizar
Availability: 39 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 12 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Advanced
Education: Professor of Literature and Spanish - Rafael Landivar University
Experience: 10 years
Fluent in: Spanish, English (bilingual)

One of Fernando's students recently commented, "Fernando is a very responsible Spanish tutor who takes his work very seriously. He is a serious teacher for anyone who is serious about learning Spanish. I highly recommend him."

Fernando is a well educated and outgoing person. He has traveled and lived around the world. He has extensive experience teaching Spanish and is often asked to teach the Spanish tutors at other Spanish schools. Fernando teaches the teachers.

Fernando enjoys teaching today as much as he did on his very first day as a tutor many years ago. He is passionate about Spanish and he wants to share his passion for the language with each student.

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Name: Noemi Guerra
Availability: 50 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 14 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Superior
Education: Studies in Education – Central University
Experience: 18 years
Fluent in Spanish, basic English
Focus: DELE Preparation, Medical Spanish

Noemi is a friendly, patient and relaxed teacher. She is always ready to follow your own pace, making every minute of the lesson an effective and interesting time to learn. She recommends complete immersion in the language as the most effective way to learn Spanish.

Our students highly recommend her as a beginner or advance teacher. One of our students recently mentioned, “I wish the hours were longer with Noemi, when you feel comfortable time goes fast ”. She also has experience preparing students in the international Spanish Certification DELE as well as medical Spanish to medical providers.

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Name: Catalina Rodriguez
Availability: 23 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 11 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior (available Saturday)
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Rafael Landivar University
Experience: 16 years
Fluent in: Spanish

You will speak Spanish beginning with your first lesson with Catalina (Cathy). You will not use your native language. This is one of the best methods for learning a language – total immersion.

Catalina has many, many regular students. One of them commented recently, “I have really enjoyed working with Cathy over the last few months...I am 100% satisfied”

Students will think in Spanish and speak Spanish from the first lesson! You will notice a great improvement in fluency after only few lessons.

New students also appreciate Catalina's many years of experience. As one of them wrote, “My first lesson was with Catalina and I can't wait to schedule more lessons with her. She's awesome!”

We really don't need to say much about Catalina – her students say it all. “I had a very relaxed and friendly lesson with Catalina and I enjoyed it.”

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Name: Milton Mena
Availability: 62 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 14 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Superior
Education: Educational Sciences – Catholic University
Experience: 12 years
Fluent in Spanish, high basic English
Focus: DELE Preparation, Medical Spanish, Latin American Current Affairs & Latin American Culture

In addition to his highly qualified teaching certifications. Milton is a truly motivated and enthusiastic teacher. He is extremely patient with students and tries to incorporate innovative methods to ease the learning process.

Milton understands the importance of customizing every lesson plan. He adapts materials to fit the personal interests and needs of the student. One of his students shared, ¨From the beginning, Milton has put personal attention to customize my lesson plan. I have learned a ton in his classes¨.

At anytime, Milton's students can combine language instruction with topics such as Latin American politics, history and culture. These fields can easily be introduced into the learning materials and discussions. He also has experience preparing students for the DELE certification at all levels as well as instructing medical Spanish.

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Name: Marco Antonio Tabin
Availability: 22 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 10 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Advanced (teaches on Saturday!)
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Law - San Carlos University
Experience: 24 years
Fluent in Spanish, basic English

In addition to his vast experience Marco Antonio has been teaching via the Internet for three years. He keeps his student's interest by using many different forms of media to create an exciting learning environment.

His teaching approach is communicative, caring and learner-centered. He knows that positive learning experiences can make a big difference in one's life and he enjoys accompanying his students on their personal learning journeys.

Marco Antonio continuously assess the progress of each student and adjusts the study plan to meet exactly the needs of each student. He will do whatever is necessary for the student to take an active part in their learning.

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Name: Amanda Larrea
Availability: 30 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 14 tokens
Teaches: Beginner through Superior
Education: Spanish and literature - Central University
Experience: 18 years
Fluent in Spanish, high basic English
Focus: DELE Preparation, Business Spanish, Medical Spanish, Business Writing & Latin American Literature

Amanda is a responsible and professional instructor, she emphasizes a well structured lesson plan and the use of media resources. Amanda enjoys designing a program that fits every person´s need, allowing students to learn at a steady pace not matter at what level they begin at.

Amanda recommends a total immersion as the correct and most successful methodology to teach Spanish. However, if needed she will assist students with basic English commands. Amanda also has experiences teaching business and medical Spanish as well as Spanish literature and the international Spanish proficiency certifications such DELE.

Students enjoy her methodology and are impressed in how simple are her grammar explanations. One of her students commented, “ I can´t believe how clear she explains grammar. I love study with her.”

During each lesson, the student will have the opportunity to practice oral, audio, and written skills. Since each lesson is private, emphasis can be placed anywhere the student desires.

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Name: Gonzalo Velasquez
Availability: 65 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 10 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Rural University
Experience: 19 years
Fluent in: Spanish

Just a few days ago, one of Gonzalo's students commented, “Even from just one lesson my ability to hear and speak Spanish has improved.” This is not unusual because Gonzalo uses the total immersion method. This methodology is used by Spanish schools throughout Latin America and Spain. The total immersion method requires each student to think in Spanish from the very first lesson.

Gonzalo's students generally have some knowledge of Spanish grammar before they begin. Gonzalo works with each student to identify weaknesses and improve problem areas.

Since each lesson is one-on-one, no time is wasted. Each lesson is tailored to the student's interests and each student learns at his/her own pace.

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Name: Jose Mariano Apen Martinez
Availability: 36 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 10 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior (teaches on Saturday!)
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Rural University
Experience: 5 years
Fluent in: Spanish

A student of Jose Mariano recently commented, “Jose is a very effective tutor. He explains everything in a clear and simple way.” We were not surprised by this comment because we have heard similar comments many, many times. Perhaps this is why Jose is so popular!

Jose Mariano uses the total immersion method – every student speaks Spanish from the very first lesson. All lessons are customized to exactly meet the needs of each student.

Jose Mariano is open to whatever the student needs: help with questions or doubts about grammar, or just simple conversation.

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Name: Karina López
Availability: 4 hrs/wk. Sa
Cost per Lesson: 12 tokens
Teaches: Beginner to Intermediate (available Saturday)
Education: Franscisco Marroquin University
Experience: 1 year
Fluent in: Spanish, English (bilingual)

Karina speaks perfect English and has a wonderful sense of humour. Don't study Spanish with Karina unless you want to have FUN!

Karina prepares a totally customized programme to meet each student's needs. Some students would rather focus on learning the language in real life situations, others would rather study grammar and understand each idiomatic structure.

Karina understands that each student has a specific reason to learn a language: whether it is for business, a business trip, a vacation or just for fun. She adjusts her lessons accordingly.

Karina will do everything possible to make learning Spanish an enjoyable experience for you and she will adapt her lessons to your needs and preferences.

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Name: Victor Sanchez
Availability: 36 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa
Cost per Lesson: 11 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Law - San Carlos University
Experience: 20 years
Fluent in: Spanish

Victor's students speak Spanish from their first lesson - guaranteed. Victor uses the total immersion methodology. The same method successfully used by over 1,000 language schools in Latin America.

Victor's students usually have studied Spanish grammar in a classroom setting and they now want to actually speak Spanish. Victor is happy to discuss hobbies and personal interests so that each student can improve their Spanish while discussing topics that are important to him or her.

Victor's students usually notice great improvement in their Spanish after only a few weeks. This is due to the fact that Victor forces the student to think in Spanish from the very beginning.

What do students say about Victor? “Victor is an excellent instructor. He is very patient, and he strikes a very good balance between correction and allowing the student to speak. I am learning a lot of Spanish. He also is a smart, interesting conversationalist. Bravo! “

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Name: Juan Luis Estrada
Availability: 15 hrs/wk. M,Tu,W,Th,F
Cost per Lesson: 11 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Rafael Landivar University
Law - San Carlos University
Experience: 18 years
Fluent in: Spanish

Juan Luis has had tremendous success using the total immersion method for teaching Spanish. He understands that languages are alive and that the only way to truly learn is to speak!

During the first lesson, Juan Luis will speak with the student in Spanish so that he can get to know the student a bit better and, at the same time, evaluate the student's Spanish level.

During each lesson, Juan Luis will provide multiple occasions for discussion to develop the student's oral language skills. He has extensive experience as a tutor and he is always happy to respond to any special request.

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Name: Mario Rene Castellanos
Availability: 9 hrs/wk. M,W,F
Cost per Lesson: 11 tokens
Teaches: Intermediate through Superior
Education: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Rural University
Experience: 30 years
Fluent in: Spanish

Mario was a pioneer of the total immersion methodology. He teaches a structured course which he developed based on over 30 years of teaching experience.

The pace is determined by the ability of the student. If the student desires to move at a faster pace, then he works with the student to that aim. Or, conversely, the pace can be slowed if there are any sticking points.

Grammar is explained clearly so that there is no confusion, particularly regarding tenses. Pronunciation and vocabulary are covered as a matter of course, with the objective of being able to converse effectively and confidently.