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25 Spanish teachers are available for private Spanish lessons in Helsinki, in-person or online Spanish classes. + Read more TUTOROO now works with 25 private Spanish tutors available for in-person or for online private Spanish classes. You can browse through the teachers profiles below to contact your preferred private tutor. We will introduce you to another private Spanish teacher in the event the tutor you've inquired for is not available or cannot accommodate your needs. Pick your private Spanish teacher and start learning Spanish today! Read less

Qualified and native Spanish teacher (online lessons)
Cynthia
 (5 reviews)
 Chile
 Helsinki

Private Spanish tutor in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Aug, 2020

I'm a native Spanish teacher from Chile - certified as a Spanish as a second language tutor (ELE), certified Spanish as foreign language for children (ELEN) and a Master of Linguistics (Romance languages)- I have ten years of teaching experience for all levels, ages, academic backgrounds and mother tongues working in Ireland, Latvia and Finland. My teaching method is dynamic and varies depending on each student's needs and goals. As I collect my own material, these classes can be easily adapted to what each student prefers to work on. Currently, I activily work in several language related tasks such as language teaching, translation, transcription, editing and proofreading. In adittion to my mother tongue Spanish. I speak English, French, Portuguese and some Finnish. Beyond my linguistics studies, my personal experience makes me aware and conscious about the second language acquisition process from the student and professional perspectives, as I've been a language student myself, and I've supported the learning process for several and diverse students. *Please notice that the lessons are held online (Meet, Zoom, Skype, etc.) I have Y-tunnus

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 25 / hour  Contact now
Cristian, Private English & Spanish Tutor In Helsinki
Cristian
 Chile
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finlandia

Improve your Spanish with a native teacher

Teacher joined in Sep, 2019

Hello¡ I am from Chile. I live in Helsinki, Finland since 2014. Audiovisual storyteller. I'm a native Spanish speaker who loves the Spanish language! I have experience as a Teacher at the University teaching Photography. I speak fluent English. I can teach English as Spanish. In both languages I use them to work as for my social and family life. When you feel confident in Spanish or English, those around you feel the same. That applies to work, school and personal areas. If you wish to practice your spoken/written English or Spanish, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Spanish classes in Helsinki
David
 Spain
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Spanish course in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Mar, 2020

I am an experienced professional teacher with a lot of experience. I can start to teach you the basics of Spanish, intermediate or advanced. My lessons are focused mainly on the conversation. Please let me know if you have any question, I will be please let to meet you!! Saludos!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
A Practical Guide
Julian
 El Salvador
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Learn Spanish with private classes

Teacher joined in May, 2020

Good day to you! My name is Julian a passionate educator who has had the great opportunity to live in Finland. I am seeking to keep growing professionally and I also look to help you improve with your language skills using competence based learning. I truly dislike teaching memory, especially when it comes to a language, too boring honestly. I hold a B.A. in TESOL and a postgraduate degree in virtual teaching. I have been teaching for more than 10 years, and guess what!? I am not nearly done yet, there is so much to learn in this awesome field. I have taught internationally too, I was a Spanish teacher in a Kindergarten in Minnesota and I was an Head Teacher and an I.B. curricula designer in an international school in China. I enjoy being practical and that is one of the schemes I have in mind at the moment of planning and designing both my classes and my activities which will make your learning process to go smoother. You might be wondering, is it easy to learn a language? It can be, with the right guidance and right set of activities properly designed to meet your needs. Also, learning a language is a process, therefore it takes time, and you will be able to master it depending how motivated you are within yourself and how motivated and engaging is your teacher and her or his activities.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 30 / hour  Contact now
Spanish classes, Learn Spanish Fast with Erik in Helsinki
Erik
 Mexico
 Kerava, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Private Spanish lessons in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Jun, 2020

I'm a very proactive, friendly and charasmstic person who enjoys time spent teachers others. I have experience teaching different languages to friends, family and those in church as well. My strengths are in Spanish and English, although I have also taught Finnish up to level 2 and German basics. I'm very patient and always I try to find the best way to share the knowledge to other people. Is Spanish easy to learn? Yes, if you want to learn. I believe any language can be. In my experience different students learn at different paces.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Spanish teacher in Helsinki. Any age and level.
Jose
 Spain
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Improve your Spanish with a native tutor

Teacher joined in Mar, 2020

-Experience working in Spain as english teacher with ages from 5 to 10 years old. University studies completed in the field of theatre acting. I've also worked as an actor, dancer, waiter and customer service. I am an extroverted, friendly and professional person. I will adapt to your aims and difficulties as good as I can.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Argentinian teacher. Spanish and Portuguese lessons.
Julian
 Argentina
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Spanish teacher in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Apr, 2020

Hi! I'm originally from Argentina and was raised in Brazil. I been around the world for some time, visiting Europe, Australia and of course South America. I have a very easy going style, I prefer to teach conversations in a casual context making the students find their passion for the lenguage. My mother lenguages actually are two: spanish and portuguese.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Spanish lessons with a spanish native teacher !
Vanesa
 Spain
 Espoo, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Learn Spanish with a private course

Teacher joined in Aug, 2021

Hello!! My name is Vanesa. I'm a native Spanish speaker and teacher living in Finland. I've also lived in Malta and all these experiences abroad taught me that there are no barriers when it comes to learning and if you want something goes for it! You might have more or less in common to the language you want to learn, but everyone is capable of learning any language, and if you commit to that, you will not only learn a language, you will open yourself to a new culture, a new ways of thinking...a new life experience ! If you are a passionate about languages as I am, and you want to improve your skills, or just to have conversation classes, I'm here for you! I will adapt the lessons to your needs and interests in a safe and friendly environment! :) I have experience teaching both spanish and english to adults and children of all ages. I teach online and also face to face lessons

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Spanish (Latino & Castilian)
Noel
 Uruguay
 Vantaa, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Private Spanish classes in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Aug, 2020

Firs of all, we can have the classes at your place. If you want to learn spanish language i can teach you both, latin and castilian because I am originaly from Uruguay and I moved to Spain for twelve years. I don't have any certification but I think I can do it well because I have expereince, when I was living in Spain I used to work in Costa del Sol and i helped many of my coworkers to learn spanish. I offer you to have your classes in a relaxed atmosphere with no stress and to your rhythm, I am very patient and persistent, so you will learn no matter what xD

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
You will end up talking like me
Belén
 Spain
 Tampere, Länsi-Suomi, Finland

Improve your Spanish with private lessons

Teacher joined in Jan, 2022

(ONLY ONLINE LESSONS) Hello, I am Belén from Spain I currently live in Tenerife but I’m originally from Uruguay. I am flight attendant so I’m both fluent in Spanish and English , currently trying to move to Finland, so would be good to find students around. I have experience in both small groups and private lessons. My methods is to focus in make the conversation understandable and not to speak perfectly the language not even native Spaniards talk good Spanish, so focus in the street slang and not in the proper language as it is. Thanks for reading and get back to me if you want some more info.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish from Spain in an easy and fun way. Enjoy it!
Ainhoa
 Spain
 Vantaa, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Spanish tutor in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Jul, 2021

I love helping with my native language Castellano /Spanish. I work from Love and from emotions so you will remember what you have learned more easily. Spanish is a very musical language and depending on the tone/musicality used in the words, the meaning of the same word can change, so I will also teach you to understand that musicality that is so necessary at the time both to understand and to you can communicate easily. We will train that part quite a bit. Sometimes I can be somewhat demanding so that your learning is optimal. If you choose to work with me, you will be able to learn as much slang and use street language or a broader use with good use of words and precision of language. Welcome! Bienvenido!

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 25 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish in a fun way!
Marc
 Spain
 Kotikonnuntie 2

Learn Spanish with a private teacher

Teacher joined in Aug, 2022

I am originally from Barcelona, Spain, so I have been speaking Spanish my whole life. Lots of people here in Finland have told me that they would be interested in learning Spanish so I thought I could offer my services as a teacher and try to make this experience fun. I would focus on speaking, since it is the best way to learn, but would also do some grammar if needed of course. I am a very easygoing person so we can adapt the process to your own path. Again, the goal is to make this learning experience useful and entertaining.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Learn spanish with a native girl
María
 Spain
 Junailijankuja 5B

Private Spanish course in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Sep, 2021

Hi! I am a Erasmus student from Spain and I want to help you learn Spanish at the same time I meet new people in Helsinki. I prefer people with a bit of spanish experience, so we can practice the pronunciation and the phonetics while we have a conversation. If you don't have experience, we can start from 0. I'm going to try to give you a good experience while we're learning, with audiovisual content such as music, videos or easy texts. I promise you a great experience and immersion in Spanish culture with me!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish in Helsinki
Sergio
 (1 review)
 Colombia
 Liisankatu 19

Improve your Spanish with private classes

Teacher joined in Jan, 2023

Hi! My name is Sergio and I'm a writer of novels, short stories, and scripts for film. I've taught Creative Writing, Writing and style, and Spanish Grammar at the University in Colombia for more than 5 years. I'm new in Finland, and I can teach you Spanish, from tourist practical to business and Cervantes level. Spanish is not only a language, but it is also a culture, a rhythm, a variety of colors and flavors, and it is a way of life for more than 400 million people in the world, and the official language for 21 countries. I can guide you on this amazing trip. ¡Acompáñame!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 25 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish from a native
Sara
 Spain
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Spanish lessons in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Jun, 2022

From Spain, living in Helsinki several years, I can help you with your Spanish whatever your level is. We can do the classes while focusing on the class itself or doing some other activity to introduce vocabulary in an easy way. If you are traveling I can also show you the city at the same time. Learn a correct Spanish or choose to learn some slang for day to day communication. Let me know what your level is and what do you want to achieve to prepare the class accordingly so you can get the most out of it. Anímate!!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 18 / hour  Contact now
Learn spanish from your home with a native spanish tutor.
Aaron
 Honduras
 Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Learn Spanish with a private tutor

Teacher joined in Nov, 2022

I am a young Spanish speaker who is passionate about Spanish and teaching this incredible language. I have been a foreign language tutor at my local church and am passionate about seeing young people progress in the process of learning a new language. Dare to learn a new language and discover all the good things that the Spanish language has for you, its beauty and its diversity and you can communicate in this language if you dare to learn it. Likewise, I am passionate about writing, reading and writing, therefore, I promise to teach you to master these elements and you will cultivate new and essential knowledge.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Improve your Spanish by videoconference, flexible schedule
Raquel
 Canary Islands
 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canarias, Spain

Private Spanish teacher in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Apr, 2022

Native Spanish teacher with long experience, neutral accent, all Europe by videoconference. I'm patient, empathic, and have a great knowledge of Spanish (I really love to read and write). Teaching Spanish is not my main occupation right now, but if you want to improve your spoken Spanish, it would be easy for me to have a conversation while I correct and explain what you want to know. I adapt to your pace of speaking and listening, talking about all kind of topics, and I correct you when necessary. I offer a flexible schedule, being able to improvise. I taught Spanish for the first time in Somerset U.K, where I lived for a while, but I'm from the Canary Islands (Spain). I can offer references if needed. I only teach by skype.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 12 / hour  Contact now
Native spanish speaker gives speaking lessons
Diana
 Spain
 Castreninkatu

Improve your Spanish with a private course

Teacher joined in Apr, 2022

Hola hola! I'm a master's student from Barcelona living in Helsinki. I have taught Spanish online throughout the pandemic to many many students from around the world, which has been a very nice experience. I find that I like teaching and helping people who want to improve their skills! Plus, from my own experience as a language student, I can relate to and offer advice around many struggles you might have. Now that I'm studying and living in Helsinki, I find that I need financial stability in my life, so I'm offering classes to anyone with a beginner-intermediate level (B1+). The classes would be centred around conversation. We could speak about culture (films, books and music), Spanish/Catalan traditions, and life in general, or focus on any topic you might find relevant. I will of course correct you whenever it is needed, offer you advice, and provide theoretical background and exercises depending on what your weaknesses are.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Learning Spanish with Yes!
Yesid
 Colombia
 Helsinki, Etelä-Suomi, Finland

Spanish classes in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Mar, 2022

I have a lot of experience with the Spanish language by writing and correcting academic texts (essays, thesis, etc.). I've worked at a school library, where we teach the students several Spanish skills through games, readings, and movies. I have also worked writing, reviewing, and correcting academic texts. So, when teaching Spanish I take the better alternative to make the learning process easier. Besides!! Everybody loves the way we bogotanos and botanas, speak. So, you'll choose the best Spanish variant all over the world. No kidding!

 Tutor available for 4 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Spanish couch and guide
Cristian
 Chile
 Insinöörinkatu 4c

Learn Spanish with private lessons

Teacher joined in Oct, 2022

I grow up in Chile but I live in Spain for many years, also I been living in different countries, and help me to understand how language changes depending on the place with the slang and different expression. Learn easy Spanish now for your travels and start to speak Spanish and be ready for the next time you visit Spain. Simple conversation and writing is the best way to progress in this language so we can prepare a good plan for you. Write a message if you are interested I will be glad to answer. Best regards Cristian

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Spanish learning made fun in Helsinki
Michelle
 Colombia
 Bibliothèque centrale d'Helsinki Ode, Töölönlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki, Uusimaa 00100, Finlandia

Private Spanish tutor in Helsinki

Teacher joined in May, 2023

I have been an educator since 2017, and I have thought several topics ranging from Spanish to Chemistry. I find that the easiest way to learn a language is through exposure and practice, that's why I encourage conversation in my classes. No language is easy to learn but if you put in the work I guarantee that you will be able to understand and generate your own opinions in Spanish. The amount of time that it takes to learn Spanish depends on the work you put into it but if you study at least four times a week for four months you will be an A2-B1 student.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 25 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish  with Angeles! And enjoy
Angela
 Spain
 Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finlandia

Private Spanish teacher in Helsinki

Teacher joined in Oct, 2019

Hi, I am a certified teacher from Andalusia, Spain. I have 20 years of experience all over the world. I am also a poet so, you will enjoy my language as much as me. If you also want to learn Spanish, I am ready! My lessons are online, including on weekends if you need me. If you are interested in learning at home, I can also design a course in my hometown, Cordoba, in front of Guadalquivir, living with me as a teacher. Don't hesitate to ask me everything you need! I am willing to know about you! thank you.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Rodolfo Neri Native speaker
Rodolfo
 Mexico
 Finlandia

Improve your Spanish with a native tutor

Teacher joined in Jul, 2022

Hello, my name is Rodolfo Neri. I am Mexican and a native Spanish speaker. I have a successful experience of teaching students from different countries. Teaching experience in Russia for more than 3 years. I will help you with the formulation of colloquial speech, grammar, pronunciation. You will expand your vocabulary and eliminate the language barrier. I'm teaching a living language that you can use. Classes are conducted in a light conversational form, which helps to improve the perception of Spanish by ear. Classes are held in Spanish or English., you will practice during the lesson, get out of your comfort zone, which is very important in learning and will allow you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Spanish language.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish in Helsinki with a native speaker
Núria
 Spain
 Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finlandia

Spanish course in Helsinki near you

Teacher joined in Aug, 2024

¡Hola! I'm Núria, a native Spanish speaker from the sunny island of Menorca and I studied Translation and Interpreting in Barcelona. I'm passionate about languages, I have some experience teaching, and I love helping people reach their goals. I have been living in Helsinki for two years and I know the basics of Finnish too. I'm very easygoing, and I mainly offer lessons focused on conversation, since I believe that's the best way to learn. But if you're into grammar, we can dive into that too! Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your skills, I'm here to make learning Spanish fun and easy!

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now

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Spanish FAQs

What are the Benefits of Learning Spanish with a Private Tutor?

Learning with a private tutor means you get to learn at your own pace, ask questions whenever you choose and get undivided attention. If you join a group class, you may experience Spanish lessons that are either too slow or go too fast for you.

Here are some top benefits of learning Spanish with a private tutor:

Customized Spanish classes

It's true that people have different learning techniques and styles which are in accordance with their learning skills. Although we all have a blend of learning styles, there is a primary style of learning.

For instance, traditional Spanish classes may focus too much on your vocabulary and quizzes. However, if you're not so good with quizzes, you may get the impression that Spanish is difficult or you'll never get to be fluent in it.

When you take lessons with a private Spanish tutor, you can discuss your preferred learning style with your tutor. Also, your tutor will use the best method of explaining difficult topics to you. Private tutoring helps you to be comfortable while learning and not be put under pressure from being with other students.

It offers better results

One benefit of having a private Spanish tutor is that it allows you to concentrate, offering better results. According to studies, where you take classes can determine how much you'd learn. Also, once you have a particular place where you learn, you can be 100% focused and retain more information. After all, the main essence of taking private Spanish lessons is to learn effectively.

Other benefits are:

  • You get continuous feedback from your Spanish tutor
  • Private lessons improve your confidence and self-esteem
  • You can suggest the topics you're specifically interested in learning
  • You get to learn Spanish any day you choose. It offers flexibility
  • You have the full attention of your Spanish tutor

Which Countries Use Spanish as their Official Language?

From Northern and Southern America to Asia and some parts of Europe, there are about 20 countries in the world where people’s mother tongue is Spanish.

Spanish is a global language and it comes right behind Mandarin Chinese as the second most spoken language in the world. The continent with the most Spanish speakers is the Americas. Mexico has about 110 million native Spanish speakers.

Here is a list of the countries where Spanish is used as the official language:

  • Colombia
  • Argentina
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Chile
  • Dominican Republic
  • Costa Rica
  • Cuba
  • Bolivia
  • Nicaragua
  • Ecuador
  • Paraguay
  • El Salvador
  • Paraguay
  • Guatemala
  • Honduras
  • Mexico
  • Peru
  • Panama
  • Venezuela
  • Spain
  • Honduras
  • Uruguay

How Many People in the World Speak Spanish?

Like Italian, Romanian, Portuguese and French, Spanish is a Romance language. By Romance, we do not mean it is a language of love (although we must admit that many people find Romance languages romantic), it means that the language evolved from Vulgar Latin.

Spanish has its root in the Iberian peninsula which is situated in southwest Europe (present-day Portugal and Spain). Spanish was formed by the Castilian continuation of Vulgar Latin mixed with the Moors' Arabic dialect. After many years of both languages being mixed, standard Spanish was birthed in the 1200s.

In the world, there are over 450 million native Spanish speakers. Right behind Spanish is English with about 360 million native speakers, making it the third most spoken language in the world. Additionally, Spanish ranks as the third most studied language in the world coming after French and English.

Adding to the number of native Spanish speakers, there are about 75 million people in the world that speak Spanish as their second language. Although the US has about 12 million bilingual Spanish speakers and 42 million native speakers, it is the second country with the largest Spanish speakers (Mexico is first). According to a study, there are predictions that the US will overtake Mexico to be the largest Spanish speaking country by 2050.

One of the 24 official languages of the European Union is Spanish. It is also spoken by a small number of people in countries like Germany, the UK, Italy and France.

Why Should I Learn Spanish?

Without a doubt, there are many things you stand to gain when you take Spanish lessons. Not only is Spanish one of the world's most popular languages, but it is also a beautiful language with an interesting history and culture. Additionally, there are about 20 million people in the world studying Spanish in some capacity.

Looking to add another language to your portfolio? Here are some reasons to learn Spanish:

Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world

This has to be the most important reason why you should study Spanish. About 6% of the world's population speaks Spanish with it being the mother tongue of over 400 million people. Interestingly, it ranks ahead of English which is a global language.

About 15% of the residents of the European Union speak Spanish as either their first or second language. Likewise, in the US, Spanish is the popular choice of a second language.

Boost your CV

Although learning Spanish can boost your traveling experience in Latino countries, it helps you to work in any Spanish speaking country. When you take Spanish lessons, you have a better chance of studying in a Spanish institution.

When you learn Spanish, you can get out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in a Spanish speaking country. The time you spend with the locals not only influences how fluent you become in a short while but also boosts your knowledge of the language. Also, prospective employers in a Spanish based organisation prefer candidates that can communicate effectively in Spanish like a local.

Learning Spanish helps you grasp your mother tongue better

According to studies, you get better at speaking your mother tongue when you learn a second language. It helps you critically analyze your mother tongue and its rules. Also, you pay more attention to sentence structures allowing you to write more complicated sentences in your mother tongue.

Other benefits of learning Spanish include,

  • It is quite easy to learn Spanish
  • It allows you to watch and understand Spanish movies without translated subtitles
  • You can travel to Spanish speaking countries without the need of hiring a Spanish-speaking tour guide
  • Being bilingual delays symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer's disease!

Is Spanish Difficult to Learn?

Let's compare learning a new language to being an athlete. Athletes make it look easy on the field but they have put hours into their sport practice and at times where they really felt like giving all up. Like being an athlete, to learn any language at all, you have to understand it's not easy. However, the fact it's tasking doesn't mean it's difficult.

To learn Spanish, you need plenty of practice, dedication, enthusiasm and talent. Also, your knowledge of a second language can determine how easily you learn Spanish. Learning a new language becomes easy if you've learnt one or two languages before.

In addition, your knowledge of a Romance language can help you learn Spanish easily. Spanish is similar to Italian and Portuguese. However, if you're a native English speaker, things can get pretty difficult.

Being a native English speaker shouldn't stop you from learning Spanish. For instance, Spanish and English share similar sentence structures. Also, some Spanish words are easy to coin from English words which are referred to as English-Spanish cognates.

How Soon Can I Become Fluent in Spanish?

Spanish is quite similar to English making it a category 1 language. Owing to this, it will take you about two years to become fluent in Spanish if you study for one hour a day. However, you can choose to speed things up by learning Spanish with a private tutor for more than one hour every day.

Studying for a minimum of three hours daily can get you to conversation fluency in around six months. Summarily, the more time you spend studying Spanish, the quicker you achieve fluency.

While full immersion is advised, you can have fun while learning Spanish by watching famous Spanish movies, travelling to Spain or reading Spanish novels.

What are the Popular Spanish Tests I Can Take?

To work in a Spanish speaking country, study there or get Spanish citizenship, you need to show you're proficient in the language. All Spanish proficiency tests follow The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standard.

Typically, CEFR, determines how competent you are in a language ranging from A1 which is beginners to C2 (master). Also, the four levels are listening, reading, speaking and writing. Here are the common Spanish proficiency tests you can take.

DELE

DELE is suitable for citizenship and Visa seekers, working professionals and post-secondary students. Also, the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport grants the official certification while it's issued by Instituto Cervantes.

All DELE exams follow CEFR grading criteria. Interestingly, it has no expiration date and the passing score for any level in the DELE exam is 60 points. Also, it has six levels of competence,

  • Breakthrough (A1)
  • Waystage (A2)
  • Threshold (B1)
  • Vantage (B2)
  • Effective Operational Proficiency (C1)
  • Mastery (C2)

SIELE

SIELE is suitable for working professionals and post-secondary students. The SIELE certificate, unlike DELE, only covers C1, B2, B1, A2, and A1 of the CEFR. Also, the certificate expires after five years and has further divisions of four, SIELE global, speaking, writing and listening.

Each SIELE test is graded on a scale of 0 to 250 and results are available after three weeks of taking the test.

Other Spanish proficiency tests include

  • CELU is taken only twice a year and must be done in person.
  • TELC is ideal for post-secondary school students, working professionals, citizenship and Visa seekers.
  • ECL is only suitable for working professionals and visa seekers.

Can my TUTOROO Private Tutor Prepare Me for Spanish Proficiency Tests?

The good thing about having a private Spanish tutor is that they can prepare you for any Spanish proficiency tests. TUTOROO Spanish tutors have firsthand knowledge of Spanish and everything about it. Also, most TUTOROO private tutors are native speakers and have experienced learning a new language. They have experience in taking proficiency tests and preparing students for the same.

TUTOROO hires the best tutors only, each with years of experience and certifications to prove their competence. In the event of you not being pleased with a particular tutor's teaching method, you can request a new tutor.

How Can I Become a TUTOROO Private Spanish Tutor?

At TUTOROO, to ensure students get the best learning experience, our tutors have to be either native Spanish speakers. While we don't necessarily request qualifications or certifications to show your proficiency in Spanish, all tutors undergo a proficiency test. The purpose of the test is to know how capable you are of teaching that language.

Additionally, to become a private Spanish tutor at TUTOROO, you must be able to communicate effectively with your students, and be confident in your skills. Commonly asked questions on becoming a Spanish tutor at TUTOROO are available here Tutor FAQs link.

As a tutor on TUTOROO, you can choose between taking physical or online classes. Depending on your students, you can also have hybrid classes which are a blend of physical and online classes. Also, you can make tutoring in TUTOROO a steady source of income as it's a great way of making money while teaching your mother tongue.

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