Academia Pradoventura has a young, friendly, communicative and dynamic team of teachers. All our teachers are native Spanish speakers, have a university degree in philology or education and have completed specific studies for teaching Spanish. They are all communicative and very patient, as well as having extensive teaching experience.
Our teachers create a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere in both face-to-face and online classes. In the online classes and despite the physical distance, they are very close to you and expose you to real life situations. They encourage group dynamics and interaction between students from different countries, trying to help you at all times to achieve your goals. Their greatest satisfaction is to see your progress day by day.
The online classes with our teachers are as dynamic and varied as the face-to-face classes at our school. For both course options, we use especially useful tools to make the online and face-to-face classes more dynamic: for example, with games and funny activities.
Cristina
Spanish teacher
Hello! My name is Cristina, and I live in Prado del Rey. I studied Psychology at the University of Jaén, doing an internship in educational centres focusing on psychology in education, so later I did a Master in Teacher Training at the Pontifical University of Salamanca and an Expert in High Ability at the University Camilo José Cela in Madrid. In this way, I was able to learn how to improve the attention to the student’s abilities in order to develop a better and meaningful learning. I completed my studies in Psychology in Lethbridge (Canada), so I can communicate fluently in English.
Currently, I am part of the teaching team at Academia Pradoventura, with the aim that students learn Spanish happily, planting the seed of enthusiasm to continue learning Spanish while we are all enriched by the cultural diversity that exists in the classroom.
For me, the psychology-education link is very important, because it is crucial to learn in a good mood and with enthusiasm, so we try to foster a positive and happy atmosphere.
I have been a Red Cross volunteer for many years in different fields, including education, so I consider it crucial to know and empathise with the students in order to adapt the classes to their needs and to create a warm and meaningful atmosphere.
I love to learn new things from my students, whether it is about culture, gastronomy or customs, so we all learn from each other, establishing a close relationship between student-teacher.
In my free time, I like travelling, seeing new places, doing sports, trying different types of food and spending time with my friends and family – I’m sure we have something in common!
Mari Carmen
Spanish teacher
Hello! I’m Mari Carmen from Prado del Rey (Cádiz) – a charming town full of history in the Sierra de Cádiz, surrounded by nature. Growing up here taught me to appreciate Andalusia’s cultural richness and history. Many of these impressions find their way into my lessons, because for me, learning a language is much more than grammar – it’s a gateway to new experiences and meeting people and traditions.
I studied Hispanic Philology at the University of Cádiz and completed Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) teacher training courses at the Centro Superior de Lenguas Modernas for all levels. This taught me to keep lessons individual, lively, and hands-on.
I later earned a Master’s in Hispanic Studies with a specialization in ELE, deepening my knowledge of various teaching methods – from multimedia resources to task-based learning to the communicative approach. This training also led me to the University of Mississippi (USA), where I taught in a multicultural environment and put my skills into real practice.
Today, I’m part of the teaching team at Academia Pradoventura. My goal: for my students not only to learn Spanish, but to enjoy the process, gain confidence, and stay curious about the language. Join me on this exciting journey!