Spanish Teacher and Vanderbilt University Student

Austin F.

Hi! I’m Austin—a sophomore at Vanderbilt University majoring in Spanish—and I help young students and adults learners build real confidence in Spanish with a calm, kind, and patient approach.

For background, I’ve studied Spanish for 10+ years and have earned A’s in every Spanish course at Vanderbilt. My coursework spans culture, business, and real-world application: SPAN 3304 (Contemporary Issues in the Spanish-Speaking World, Fall 2024), SPAN 3345 (Spanish in Business & the Global Economy, Spring 2025), SPAN 3325 (The Way of Saint James—Vanderbilt program in Spain, May 2025), and I’m currently taking SPAN 3860 (Global Supply Chain & Entrepreneurship in the Spanish-Speaking World, Fall 2025). Before Vanderbilt, I completed a 3-week Spanish immersion program at Washington & Lee and served as Co-President of the Spanish Honor Society in high school.

In how I tutor, I focus on clear explanations, targeted practice, and practical Spanish you can use right away—whether that’s earning an A on the next test, speaking more comfortably in class, navigating college-level assignments, or building conversation skills for travel and business. I work with middle school, high school (Spanish I–V, AP/IB), college students, and adult learners.

Speaking another language isn’t just academic; it's a superpower that builds connection and confidence. If you need to get an "A" on the next test, want to speak to your neighbor down the street in Spanish, or you want to learn business Spanish for professional endeavors, I am the right person for you. If you or your child is ready to start using Spanish like a native speaker, send me a message.