Hello! I'm Erika, a passionate native Spanish speaker from Mexico and bilingual educator (fluent in English) now living in Philadelphia. With more than eight years of classroom teaching experience, I have dedicated myself to helping elementary and middle school students master Spanish through engaging, interactive lessons. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Pedagogy from Universidad Veracruzana, a Master's in Educational Technology from Da Vinci University, Google Certified Educator status, and...
Hello! I'm Erika, a passionate native Spanish speaker from Mexico and bilingual educator (fluent in English) now living in Philadelphia. With more than eight years of classroom teaching experience, I have dedicated myself to helping elementary and middle school students master Spanish through engaging, interactive lessons. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Pedagogy from Universidad Veracruzana, a Master's in Educational Technology from Da Vinci University, Google Certified Educator status, and specialized training in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from Universidad Veracruzana. I'm also pursuing ACTFL proficiency certifications to further strengthen my expertise in language instruction.
In my previous roles at schools in Mexico, such as Instituto Thomas Jefferson and Comunidad Educativa Salamanca, I taught Spanish language arts to classes of 25–30 students aged 6–14 in full classroom settings. I designed tech-integrated activities using Google Classroom, educational apps, videos, and multimedia to make grammar, vocabulary, and conversation practical and enjoyable, leading to noticeable improvements in students' oral and written proficiency. I focused on communicative methods—role-plays, cultural discussions about Latin American traditions, and personalized practice—while adapting to diverse learning needs with patience and creativity. This experience taught me how to build confidence quickly in young learners and support them in real-world language use.
What excites me most about tutoring on Wyzant is bringing that same enthusiasm to one-on-one online (or in-person in Philadelphia) sessions tailored to any age or level. Whether you're a child building school foundations, a teen preparing for exams, or an adult wanting conversational fluency for travel or work, I create fun, goal-oriented lessons that make Spanish feel accessible and rewarding. I'm organized, motivating, and committed to your progress—let's start your journey together!
