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Spanish as a Second Language: Language, Literature, Cinema, and Hispanic Culture

Hi! My name is Armando, and I am a native Spanish speaker from Cuba. I am currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Spanish at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), where I also teach Spanish language and Hispanic culture courses.
My lessons are designed for learners of all levels — from complete beginners to advanced students. What makes my classes unique is that I combine Spanish language instruction with a strong focus on Hispanic literature, cinema, and culture. This allows you not only to improve your grammar, vocabulary, and fluency but also to gain a deeper understanding of the richness and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world.
In our lessons you will:
• Practice oral and written communication in Spanish.
• Learn vocabulary and grammar in context.
• Explore literary texts and films adapted to your level.
• Discover cultural aspects that will enrich your learning experience.
Each lesson is personalized: whether you are preparing for exams, need Spanish for work, are traveling, or simply want to deepen your cultural knowledge, I will adapt the material to your goals.

Extra information

I provide all complementary materials (readings, exercises, audiovisual resources).

I have experience working with both teenagers and adults, from university students to professionals.

Lessons can be intensive (short-term) or long-term, depending on your learning goals.

I also offer guidance in academic writing, cultural analysis, or preparing presentations in Spanish.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Baltimore, MD, United States

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
School, Spanish for adults
Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Spanish

About Me

Teaching, for me, is not only about transmitting knowledge but about building relationships and creating a space where learning becomes a shared journey. I see the classroom—whether online or in person—as a place of dialogue, exchange, and mutual discovery.

As a teacher, I am demanding and rigorous, but always on the basis of mutual commitment. I do not expect perfection from my students; rather, I value sincerity, dedication, and the willingness to grow. What matters most is the student’s honesty and human quality during the learning process.

I have taught Spanish language and culture at the university level in three different countries—Cuba, Mexico, and the United States—which has given me a broad, multicultural perspective on education. My approach is conversational and immersive: students are encouraged to engage actively, reflect, and arrive at knowledge through guided dialogue, while I provide structure, support, and direction.

Every class is an opportunity not only to improve your Spanish but also to share in the richness of Hispanic culture while learning together.

Education

I hold a B.A. in Art History from the University of Havana, an M.A. in Cinema Studies (Art History) from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and I am now completing my doctoral studies at UPenn. My academic training across Cuba, Mexico, and the United States has enriched my teaching practice with a transnational perspective on Hispanic language, literature, and culture.

Experience / Qualifications

With years of teaching experience at the university level in the U.S., I combine academic rigor with dynamic, student-centered methods. You can also find my professional profile on the University of Pennsylvania website (https://spanish.sas.upenn.edu/people/armando-navarro-rojas)

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from 52.71€Online via webcam

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If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

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