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Ph.D. Spanish Professor | AP, College, & Professional Spanish
Barbara D.

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I hold a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in Spanish and bring over 25 years of experience as a college-level Spanish educator. I’m an award-winning teacher (Educator of the Year) with a strong background in proficiency-based instruction that emphasizes all four language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Over the years, I’ve taught a wide array of Spanish courses, including beginning, intermediate, and advanced language classes, conversation and composition courses, as well as Spanish...

I hold a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in Spanish and bring over 25 years of experience as a college-level Spanish educator. I’m an award-winning teacher (Educator of the Year) with a strong background in proficiency-based instruction that emphasizes all four language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Over the years, I’ve taught a wide array of Spanish courses, including beginning, intermediate, and advanced language classes, conversation and composition courses, as well as Spanish for Healthcare and Spanish for Business.

In my work as a Spanish tutor, I help students who are feeling overwhelmed or falling behind get back on track. I’m especially effective at breaking down complex grammar and helping students apply it in writing and speaking. I offer support across all levels—from those seeking to improve their class performance to advanced learners preparing for proficiency-oriented exams like STAMP 4S or AP Spanish Language.

In addition to working with students enrolled in high school or college Spanish courses, I also provide individualized instruction for adult professionals who need Spanish for work, travel, or personal enrichment. My teaching experience in Spanish for the Workplace and Foreign Languages Across the Curriculum programs, combined with hands-on experience in healthcare settings as a certified medical interpreter, has prepared me to help adult professionals with specific learning goals in workplace or real-world communication. I build lessons that are practical, relevant, and motivating—always geared toward the client’s needs, whether it is travel, using Spanish at work, or practicing conversational Spanish.

I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit, and I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations. Whether you’re a student trying to succeed in class or a professional seeking to develop your Spanish skills, I’m here to support your learning goals.

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Education

Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovakia
Translating and Interpreting
University of Florida
Masters
University of Florida
PhD

Additional Languages

Spanish

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Outstanding Spanish Instructor, Incredible Results

I am so grateful for my Spanish instructor. As an adult learner working in the clinical and mental health field, I needed lessons that went beyond the basics and included medical and professional terminology. She truly delivers. Every session is customized to my goals, and she doesn’t just show up to teach; she shows up to invest in my growth. Her lessons are intentional, engaging, and built thoughtfully around the vocabulary and communication skills I need in a real-world clinical setting. I can feel myself improving every week, and I love how supported and challenged I feel in this learning journey. If you're serious about learning Spanish, especially in a professional or medical setting, I highly recommend her. Five stars, without a doubt!

Vanessa, 11 lessons with Barbara

Very knowledgeable abd caring teacher!

My daughter loved her tutor from the beginning. My daughter knew what her weaknesses are and at the end of lesson all her goals were achieved. My daughter rarely asks for tutoring on a regular basis but she wanted to continue taking lessons with Barbara because she learns so much from each session.

Nahid, 11 lessons with Barbara

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor, Great Teaching Skills!

We reviewed intermediate Spanish 2 which I am taking at NYU, and she was very helpful in helping me review and learn the Preterite and Imperfect tenses of verbs and going over demonstrative pronouns. She helped me learn while still letting me do everything on my own and only interjected when I needed help understanding the materials. Would highly reccomend!

Maryam, 1 lesson with Barbara

Fantastic, patient, and expert tutor

Barbara was able to help me practice my spoken Spanish and explained past tenses in an accessible and understandable manner. She is a very experienced teacher, and I would highly recommend her lessons.

Maddie, 1 lesson with Barbara
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