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Diana Ruiz
Teacher
Diana Ruiz holds a Bachelor in Education from the Nacional Pedagogical University of Bogota. A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, and a Foreign Language teaching Certificate. She has worked as an elementary school teacher in various rural schools in Colombia where being a nurturing individual has been a great asset to her students. With over 18 years teaching children and adults in her home land and in Canada, Diana can adapt to various teaching situations and plans her activities to meet the needs of all her students. Her interactive lessons and educational crafts are well loved by all her students. Diana includes music and movement in her classes to better engage her students.
Lizdaribeth Torrealba
Teacher
Lizdaribeth is Venezuelan, she was born in a beautiful city called Caracas where She did all her musical, pedagogical, and philosophical studies. She is Viola performer, moreover Lizdaribeth have two bachelor’s degree: The first one in Philosophy, and the second one in Musical Pedagogy where She have obtained the Summa Cum Laude mention.
Lizdaribeth love to teach! Professionally, She has worked with babies, children, and adults. She was music teacher in the maternal Step by Step; furthermore, She was philosophy teacher in her university (UCSAR), being teacher of threes specifically subjects: Bioethics, Aesthetic, and Philosophy of History. In Canada, Lizdaribeth worked with the Sistema as viola, violin and cello teacher in Perth-Andover, New Brunswick. Currently, She lives in Ontario and she has become Zümbini’s certified instructor (Program for babies).
Torrealba considers that the education is especially important in our society. She believe in an artistic education where the children can enjoy and learn through the music, dance, literature, and other arts; in fact, She has wrote an article titled: El Arte en la Educación Inicial. Lizdaribeth loves to write essays, poetry, short stories, and other literary genres in Spanish. She has published her writings in Venezuela, Spain, and Germany academic research journals. Currently, Torrealba is doing a Master’s degree in Art: Aesthetic Mention in Universidad Pedagógica Experimental Libertador – Venezuela.
Diego Barbudo
Teacher
Diego’s journey began in the charming city of Valladolid, Spain, where he was born and raised. Today, he calls the city of Toronto his home. His passion for language and teaching ignited while studying English at the University of Valladolid, where he immersed himself in courses on teaching methodology organized by Instituto Cervantes.
Diego’s teaching odyssey took him to Japan, where he shared his passion for the Spanish language for an entire year. In Toronto, he continued sharing his expertise at both George Brown College and the Hansa Language Centre.
Among his students, Diego has been known for creating engaging practice materials. His lessons are thoughtfully designed, presenting knowledge in a logical and captivating sequence. He integrates Spanish culture into the learning process, making it an indispensable and enriching part of the educational experience.
Felix Carapaica
Teacher
Born in Venezuela, Félix has also lived in the United States and is now located in Toronto, Ontario. Bilingualism (English and Spanish) has always been a part of his life. He has studied Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language at Glendon College through the Hispanic Studies Department. He will graduate with an Honour’s Bachelor Degree in French Studies and will pursue the Bachelor of Education at York University.
Completely passionate about the languages he has taught in English, French, and of course Spanish. He began working in education in 2014. He was the Program Coordinator at the Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club, an Assistant Supervisor at the YMCA After-school Program, and is currently working in the Salon Francophone at York University as a Language Monitor. He also completed an internship in Chambéry, France as part of the EMILE program. He taught a variety of subjects to children from the ages of 4 to 10 in both English and French.
Eduardo Henao
Teacher
Eduardo hails from the vibrant country of Colombia. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Bilingual Education, focused on Spanish and English. He has extensive experience teaching children in both rural and urban elementary and middle schools in Colombia, he has also taught English as a Foreign Language (EFL) to children and adults in Colombia and served as a Spanish academic writing instructor for students in middle and high school.
Eduardo is skilled in creating immersive learning environments, using techniques such as Task-Based Learning, Communicative approaches, and Gamification to enhance engagement. He adapts his teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles into his classroom based on students' goals, fostering a supportive and interactive atmosphere. Eduardo ensures that learning Spanish is both enjoyable and effective.
Maria
Teacher
Maria Cabrera is a Spanish teacher with a strong commitment to making the process of learning Spanish dynamic, accessible, and enjoyable. She was born in Chile and moved to Canada in 2019. With over 8 years of teaching experience, María began her career working in schools with children of different ages. She understands that learning a second language requires guidance and a skilled teacher who can support students at their own pace. María has also worked with adults and seniors experiencing cognitive decline. She holds a degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) in Education, specializing and accredited as an English as a Second Language teacher. Currently, she is working on her Master's Degree in Teaching Spanish as a Second Language.
Andrea
Teacher
Andrea holds a Bachelor's in Modern Languages from the Pontificia Javeriana University of Bogota- Colombia. A master's degree in Teaching Spanish as a Second Language from Seville University- Spain. She has worked as a Spanish language teacher with children and adults in Schools in Bogotá Colombia and online. With over 7 years of teaching different ages, levels, and backgrounds, Andrea can adapt to various teaching situations and create activities for any type of student. Her communicative approach strategy, helps students to use the language from the first moment they are learning Spanish.
Rosana Alancay
Teacher
Rosana Alancay is a dedicated Special Education Teacher from Argentina, with 17 years of experience specializing in the education of children with disabilities. She has worked extensively in both public and private schools, focusing on school inclusion. Committed to continuous professional development, Rosana consistently updates her knowledge to stay at the forefront of educational practices. Her creativity and ability to transform learning into a playful and engaging experience make her a standout in the classroom, fostering meaningful connections and making a lasting impact on her students.
Graciela
Teacher
Bachelor’s Degree in Education with specializations in Preschool, Elementary Education, and Educational Management from Universidad Metropolitana in Caracas, Venezuela.
She has over 18 years of experience as a teacher in private and bilingual schools, where she served as a lead teacher, providing academic and holistic education to children aged 4 to 12.
Additionally, she worked as a private tutor for children and teenagers, specializing in organizing, leveling, and strengthening students' abilities and skills.
In the field of Educational Management, she served as the Coordinator of Extension Courses at Universidad Simón Bolívar in Caracas, Venezuela, contributing her expertise in academic and administrative management.
Currently, she continues to pursue her passion as a Spanish teacher, applying her knowledge and skills to facilitate the integral learning process of Spanish as a second language for both children and adults, focusing on delivering a meaningful and comprehensive educational experience.
Lizeth Pineda
Teacher
Lizeth Pineda is an engaging and personable educator hailing from Ecuador, with over 9 years of diverse teaching experience spanning across children, teenagers, young adults, and adults. She finds immense joy in empowering individuals to embrace a new language with confidence. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Education Science, Lizeth has had the privilege of working with individuals from various corners of the globe, each with unique backgrounds and cultural perspectives. In her most recent role, she excelled as a language instructor at Ecuador's esteemed Escuela Politécnica Nacional, consistently ranking among the top ten instructors out of a cohort of 100, as recognized by student evaluations
David Tamayo
Teacher
Originally from Colombia, David is an educator with extensive experience in teaching, particularly in the field of visual arts. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Film and TV Direction and Production, as well as a Master's degree in Audiovisual Scriptwriting. Over the years, he has taught adolescents and adults, which has allowed him to develop a creative and dynamic approach that he now applies to his Spanish classes.
David's teaching style integrates visual resources, artistic activities, and innovative methods, creating an interactive environment where students can learn and express themselves effectively. He focuses on making Spanish learning a fun and meaningful experience, fostering both language proficiency and creativity.
Alexis Suarez
Teacher
Alexis Suarez holds a Master of Arts in Spanish and he teaches all levels of adult classes in The Spanish Schoolhouse since 2012. Mr. Suárez also collaborated with the school in developing and redesigning the new Course Outline for the adult courses. He is Spaniard and had more than twenty years of experience in teaching Spanish as Second Language in different institutions like Centennial College (Toronto) and Instituto Cervantes of Manila(Philippines). Instituto Cervantes, with more than 90 centers in 43 different countries around the world, was founded by the Government of Spain to promote the teaching, use and study of the Spanish language and to contribute to the advancement of Spanish, Hispanic and Latin American cultures throughout the world. Mr. Suárez has been also a member of the Panel Examiners for D.E.L.E. (Diploma in Spanish as Foreign Language). The Diplomas DELE are official qualifications certifying the degree of competence and mastery of Spanish, granted by Instituto Cervantes on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain. He had also participated in several conferences and workshops in methodologies in Spanish as Second Language in Spain.
