Yesenia

I am passionate about nature and enjoy wonderful places that allow me to relax and appreciate the scenery. Reading is another of my passions, as it provides me with the opportunity to continuously learn and enrich my knowledge. I have an advanced level of English, which enables me to effectively communicate with my students while helping them learn Spanish.

As a Spanish instructor, I love teaching with patience and dedication, adapting my teaching techniques to meet the individual needs of each student. In my free time, I enjoy swimming and cooking delicious dishes from Guatemalan cuisine, which allows me to connect with my cultural roots. Every Spanish lesson is an opportunity to share my love for the language and culture with my students, making teaching a rewarding experience for me.

¡Bienvenido!
Welcome!

¡Hola! ¡Bienvenido a Antigua, Guatemala! Mi nombre es Yesenia y soy profesora de español en línea. En mi tiempo libre disfruto estar al aire libre con la naturaleza. Me encanta enseñar español porque disfruto el tiempo conociendo personas, hablando con ella y enseñándoles nuestra lengua, también disfruto el tiempo cocinando y leyendo libros. ¡Bienvenidos!

Hello! Welcome to Antigua, Guatemala! My name is Yesenia and I am an online Spanish teacher. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors with nature. I love teaching Spanish because I enjoy meeting people, talking to them and teaching them our language, I also enjoy cooking and reading books. Welcome!

Teaching Style

I am a dedicated educator with a passion for nature and a commitment to continuous learning. With an advanced level of English, I effectively guide students in their Spanish language acquisition.

I specialize in teaching a diverse range of students, from professionals in health disciplines to business executives, university professors, police officers, firefighters, and middle and high school students. My approach is tailored to each student's interests, proficiency levels, and learning styles. I incorporate themes from popular literature, contemporary films, music, sports, religion, and culinary arts to enhance engagement and relevance.

In my personal time, I enjoy swimming and preparing traditional Guatemalan cuisine, which allows me to stay connected to my cultural heritage. Each lesson provides an opportunity to share my enthusiasm for the Spanish language and its rich cultural context.

Tom S., Engineer

“Yesenia encourages me to hang in there and keep trying. No teacher has ever encouraged me this way. As long as Yesenia stands behind me and continues to work with me, I am confident that some day I will master Spanish."

Rick A., Economist

“With Yesenia’s patient and kind instruction, I have gone from a complete beginner to comfortable engaging with native speakers. Wow!”

Professional Credentials

Licenses & Certifications

  • Certificate: Medical Spanish for Foreign Students, PROBIGUA

  • Conferences: “Excelencia en el Mundo Maya,” “La Calidad Soy Yo” – Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo INGUAT

  • Certification: Techniques for Teaching Spanish as a Second Language for Foreign Students, Ixchel Spanish Academy

Education Background

  • BA: Teaching Spanish Language and Literature (Secondary Education), Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala

  • BA: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language for Foreign Students, Universidad Rafael Landivar

Professional Experience

  • Online Spanish Coach – Pronto Spanish (2022 – Present)

  • Online Spanish Tutor – Speak Shop (2006-2021)

  • Spanish as a Second Language Instructor –  PROBIGUA Language Academy (2001 – 2008)