Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker
Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker

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Introduction
¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás? If you’ve landed here, you might be thinking that learning Spanish is hard… maybe even frustrating or boring. I get it—I’ve been there too. When I was learning my second and third languages as an adult, I struggled. But those challenges inspired me to create a method that’s completely different from the way I learned English. It’s dynamic, supportive, and tailored to you—so you can enjoy the process and actually speak Spanish with confidence. Now, I am sure you are wondering: Who is behind these Spanish lessons called Spanish with Doctor Maria? Let me introduce myself! 🇪🇸 I’m a native Spanish speaker and a college professor with over 20 years of experience teaching adults. I hold a Doctoral Degree in teaching Spanish and I am also an author 🧑‍🏫 I’ve taught Spanish in private companies for 15+ years and at the college level for two decades. What We Offer: A) 1-on-1 Coaching Sessions $55 for 45 minutes | Organized in 90-minute tailored sessions designed just for you. B) Small Group Lessons $45 for 60-minute sessions | Ideal for learners who enjoy a supportive, interactive setting. C) Specialized Spanish Workshops (Offered just a few times a Year) 📍 Spanish for Healthcare 💼 Spanish for Business ✈️ Spanish for Travel Why Choose Us? If you're serious about speaking real, authentic Spanish and connecting confidently with native speakers, we’re here to help you thrive. ✨ For 1 on 1 coaching I customize every 1 on 1 session to match your goals, learning style, and professional or personal needs. 🤝 While I work with a small, trusted team of professors, you’ll always work one-on-one with the same expert instructor as well as in the case of Small Group Lessons—no surprises or rotating teachers. ✅ All of our instructors hold a Master’s Degree in Spanish education, and many have a Doctorate as well. ✅ We've been recognized as TOP PRO on trusted platforms every year since 2019. ✅ Our students describe us as professional, passionate, qualified—and FUN! ✅ We use a hands-on approach from day one to help you speak, not just memorize. Ready to Start? 🎉 If you are interested in 1 on 1 coaching, you are welcome to schedule your FREE demo lesson and experience the difference. You'll learn not only the language, but also the culture behind it at your own paced and just focused on your goals. 📬 take the first step toward confident, meaningful communication in Spanish. We’re here to support you—every step of the way.
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Serves New York, NY

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22 years in business

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Priscilla I.
2 weeks ago
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I can’t recommend Dr. Maria enough! She is an incredible Spanish tutor: patient, thoughtful, and strategic in her approach to teaching. I’ve tried just about every method to learn Spanish: private lessons, language apps, immersion through music, books, and shows, but nothing really clicked for me until I started working with her. Dr. Maria has a unique ability to tailor her lessons to your pace while still challenging you to grow. In just 10 weeks, I’ve made more progress than I have in years. I now feel confident enough to hold conversations with native speakers. While my Spanish isn’t perfect yet, I can finally express myself and be understood—and that’s a huge milestone. I truly look forward to every lesson with Dr. Maria. I’ve seen a complete transformation in my ability to communicate in Spanish, and I’m excited to continue learning with her. If you’re serious about improving your Spanish, there’s no one better to guide you on the journey!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Professional or academic verbal comprehension • Beginner • Beginner • Professional or academic reading/writing • The spanish tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Teresa A.
2 weeks ago
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Dr. Maria is very knowledgeable about different aspects of Spanish from the language itself through culture to history. I have learned the logic behind the modes of Spanish and their application. Unfortunately, I did not learn Spanish from my father who was a native speaker. In addition, courses I took in high school only touched the surface and did not teach me conversational Spanish. Dr. Maria can help you with conversations in different situations which can be tailored to work, restaurants, and travel, for example. If you would like to learn or practice Spanish in a fun, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment, I highly recommend Dr. Maria! You will see the improvement in your Spanish in no time at all.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Intermediate • Conversational proficiency • Intermediate • Intermediate • Basic reading/writing skills • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Wu K.
Jul 11, 2023
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Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • Beginner • Beginner • Basic reading/writing skills • 30 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Cat S.
Jul 1, 2023
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Doctor María is the best!!! I have learned so much from her in the short time that I have been taking lessons with her. She is very specific to my individual needs & customizes lessons that are relevant to my life & skill level. I have learned things from her that otherwise I would have not have figured out on my own. She really takes her time to provide quality lessons, which include history & cultural knowledge as well. Her classes are truly invaluable & I look forward to each one. Because of her, I feel more confident with my Spanish overall & especially with speaking. I feel really grateful to have her as my teacher! Thank you Doctor María!!!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Full fluency • Beginner • Beginner • Full literacy • 60 minutes • I travel to the spanish tutor • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Dear Cat, I am very grateful to have you as a student. Your motivation to improve your speaking skills and lear more about the Spanish and Hispanic culture are amazing!! Not to mention the challenges you are willing to take on your language path!!! ¡Sigue así!! ¡Estás haciendo un trabajo estupendo!
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Lara D.
Apr 15, 2023
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Doctor Maria is a wonderful instructor. She is fast-paced and very knowledgeable. She is very well prepared and has enormous resources that she designs for me. She genuinely cares about my progress, which is something I did not experience with prior tutors. I love the way Spanishwithdoctormaria.com handles my needs. I have progressed so much quicker in my Spanish through tutoring with Doctor Maria than I ever could have on my own. The 1 on 1 lessons with her are great and worth the fee. I also join the additional conversational lessons she offers with her team of teachers. These are group conversational lessons on Saturdays for just $15, which is very affordable and fun to complement my private lessons. I highly recommend Doctor Torres tutoring services and the free lessons she offers to all the students who take lessons with the professors in her team.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Advanced • Professional or academic verbal comprehension • Advanced • Advanced • Professional or academic reading/writing • 60 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Hola Lara, thank you for your comments. I am very proud of the progress you have made in the past weeks. We have been together for less than a month and I can see you are already communicating in Spanish.
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