Spanish tutor · Ceredigion
Mr Fernando
PhD candidate and University Tutor, QTS teacher of Spanish with experience teaching from beginners to advanced, A-Leves and GSCE
Hourly rate
£27/hr
Spanish tutor · Ceredigion
PhD candidate and University Tutor, QTS teacher of Spanish with experience teaching from beginners to advanced, A-Leves and GSCE
About
👋 ¡Hola!
My name is Fernando and I am a qualified Spanish Teacher with years of experience teaching in different settings.
I have a degree in English Studies and a Master's in Education with specialisation in second language acquisition. I hold full QTS (Qualified Teacher Status in the UK). I am also Cervantes Institute certified DELE examiner.
I have experience teaching Spanish in different settings, especially in Higher Education in the UK. In the past I have taken different teaching roles at Coventry University or the University of Birmingham. I have also worked as a private tutor, preparing for GCSE and A-Levels Spanish as well as organising 1:1/group courses for adult learners. I have particular experience working with beginner users of the language and working our way up to confident use.
Currently, I am doing my PhD in Hispanic Studies while I teach Spanish part-time at Aberystwyth University (Wales), so the Spanish language really is my bread and butter!
💡 How do I teach?
As a tutor, my approach is to be flexible with student's needs. I have a preference for communicative approaches, using my own materials and real documents, like songs, ads or news articles. In my classes, you will learn by doing, experiencing a first-hand use of the language.
I have experience designing engaging courses with ample range of materials and achievable learning aims. In my classes you will get learning aims per unit and session and every now and then we'll have a chat about what is working and what is failing, how much we have progressed and the way forward.
My main objective is making lessons engaging, challenging, and effective, always tailored to the needs of the students, and with a progression in mind.
Also, my classes include all materials!
✨ How can I help you?
If you...
...are preparing for any specific Spanish exam (DELE, GSCE, A Levels)
...want to start learning Spanish from scratch
... live in Spain and want to improve your Spanish
...want to have fun and engaging conversation classes
I can help you 😊 Get in touch and let's discuss.
¡Nos vemos pronto!
Subjects & pricing
Languages
- English Native
- Spanish Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BA English Studies Certificate checked · University of Valencia · First-class (1st) · 2018 University of Valencia · First-class (1st) · 2018 Certificate checked
- MA Secondary Education (PGCE equivalent) Certificate checked · University of Valencia · First-class (1st) · 2019 University of Valencia · First-class (1st) · 2019 Certificate checked
- MA Comparative Literature and Critical Theories Certificate checked · University of Birmingham · Merit · 2021 University of Birmingham · Merit · 2021 Certificate checked
- PhD Hispanic Studies in progress · University of Glasgow · 2023 University of Glasgow · 2023
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- Apr 2026 ·imported from First Tutors
A First Tutors client
I learnt Spanish from scratch with Fernando and he has been an excellent tutor. He is very helpful, motivating and patient. He's also just really fun to learn with – I really like the activities and materials he prepares. I fully recommend him to others who want to learn Spanish.
Mr Fernando replied
Gracias, Oscar :)
- Mar 2026 ·imported from First Tutors
A First Tutors client
Fernando is a highly effective teacher. He makes learning Spanish fun and a pleasure. He adapts his teaching style to the needs of the student really well. He’s very organised with a positive, motivational vibe! Highly recommended. Rowland
Mr Fernando replied
Gracias, Rowland. It really is a pleasure to have you in class :)
- Oct 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
A First Tutors client
Fernando was a very good tutor, he explained everything very well and had a very nice and friendly manner. I stopped my lessons because other things in my life became a priority and because I couldn't quite get used to having lessons online. I highly recommend Fernando to anyone who needs a Spanish language tutor.
Mr Fernando replied
Gracias, Philippa :) I wish you all the best!