Leila Juan

Looking to speak Spanish naturally and gain confidence without fear of making mistakes? My goal is to help you feel secure communicating in real-life situations.

As a native speaker from Argentina with extensive background in international education, I have worked with students of all ages and cultural backgrounds. I offer a structured yet flexible environment where practical conversation is the core of every session.

?? Specialties:
• Conversational Spanish & Hispanic culture
• Applied grammar for daily situations
• Support for beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners

Schedule your first session and let's start speaking Spanish together!
PROFILE

Native Spanish speaker from Argentina with a Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies from Lindenwood University (USA) and formal teacher training in Argentina.
For more than twenty years, I have worked in education, teaching, coaching, and leading groups of different ages and backgrounds. I am fluent in English and have experience working in both Argentina and the United States, including teaching Spanish as a substitute teacher at Whitfield School in Missouri.
I enjoy helping people gain confidence, communicate effectively, and learn in a practical and supportive environment.


EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, Missouri, USA
2001 – 2005

Physical Education Teacher Degree
Instituto Dr. Enrique Romero Brest
Buenos Aires, Argentina
1997 – 2000


TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Physical Education and Recreation Teacher
INSSJP (PAMI) – Argentina
2010 – Present
Plan and lead educational and recreational programs for adults and older adults.
Organize workshops, group activities, and community programs.
Adapt teaching approaches to different needs, abilities, and learning styles.
Work closely with participants to create positive and engaging learning experiences.

Substitute Spanish Teacher
Whitfield School
St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Taught Spanish classes as a substitute teacher on multiple occasions.
Supported students in language learning activities.
Maintained classroom continuity and followed lesson plans provided by the school.
Worked collaboratively with teachers and staff.

Independent Instructor and Educator
Argentina
2005 – Present
Deliver individual and group instruction in both English and Spanish.
Design educational experiences focused on communication, learning, and personal development.
Work with participants from a wide range of ages and backgrounds.


SKILLS
Spanish Language Instruction
Conversational Spanish
One-on-One and Small Group Teaching
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Online Teaching
Cross-Cultural Communication
Public Speaking
Student Support and Engagement

LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English – Fluent (spoken and written)
Portuguese – Intermediate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Experience teaching and working in both Argentina and the United States.
Comfortable teaching children, teenagers, adults, and older adults.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Available for remote and part-time opportunities.