Living in Chicago? See Spanish tutors' reviews & videos
Learning a language face-to-face with a tutor can be a fantastic experience. But if you're unable to find an affordable private Spanish tutor in Chicago, you may want to consider learning online. To learn with a Spanish tutor near you in Chicago, you'll have to either travel to the tutor's home, or pay more to cover their travel time; the average cost of receiving private Spanish lessons in Chicago is over $20 per hour. Not only does learning online save travel costs, but you gain access to the best tutors from all over the world.
Whilst students sometimes prefer learning in person, the vast majority of students report being pleasantly surprised by the experience of learning with a tutor online. On LanguaTalk, lessons are taught 1-on-1 so that you receive your tutor’s full attention and can progress quickly. Lessons are taught via video call, allowing you to communicate with your tutor and share learning materials. You'll feel like you're in the same room with your tutor. Book a trial session and see if you agree!
Below you can watch Spanish tutor's intro videos, check their availability and read reviews from their students. When you open a profile, you'll also see which learning needs, ages and levels the tutor is comfortable with.
New to LanguaTalk? When you create an account, you'll be given a token for a free, 30-minute trial session. Use this to get to know your chosen tutor and to decide whether you wish to take lessons with them or to instead try to find a Spanish tutor in Chicago. (Please note: not all tutors offer a trial session for free - some charge 30% of their standard full lesson price.)
Monica T
Monica T
Certified Spanish teacher of 7 years / 6,800 hours taught.
Hello! I am Monica and I am a certified Spanish teacher with more than 7 years experience teaching Spanish to people from all over the world.
I have many hours of teaching experience, as from 2016 to 2019 I worked in a Spanish academy in my home city, Medellín, where I worked 40 hours per week teaching Spanish as a foreign language; I had 1-to-1 sessions and also groups of up to 6 students; the classes were amazing and I loved the experience since I could meet people from a range of cultures, thanks to that I realised that there are extraordinary people from every corner of the world.
Since 2019 I have been working as an online Spanish teacher. I am studying a master's degree and dedicating free time to my favourite hobbies: Cooking, salsa dancing and swimming.
My lessons are planned to be enjoyable and comfortable. I use the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and I love getting to know my students well as it allows me to tailor each lesson to their personality and way of learning; every lesson you have with me will be carefully prepared for you, I hope to meet you soon!
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Dan C
Dan C
Spanish for the LGBTQ+ Community 🏳️🌈 and Trans Support 🏳️⚧️
¡Hola! Soy Dan 🧔🏻♂️ un hombre trans 🏳️⚧️ y tutor de español apasionado por crear un entorno inclusivo y de apoyo para la comunidad LGBTQ+ 🏳️🌈
🎯 Mi objetivo es ofrecer clases adaptadas a tu ritmo y necesidades específicas, mientras creamos un espacio seguro y respetuoso donde puedas aprender español y sentirte sentir apoyo.
Desde 2021, he brindado apoyo personalizado a personas en transición social y física, ofreciendo orientación sobre identidad de género, recursos médicos y apoyo emocional.
💡 Lo que ofrezco:
— 🌈 Lecciones adaptadas: Clases personalizadas, ya sea que quieras mejorar tu español para conversaciones cotidianas, explorar temas específicos de la comunidad o simplemente sentirte más seguro en tu expresión. Incluiremos vocabulario inclusivo y conversaciones de temas relevantes.
— 🤝 Apoyo y orientación en transición: Guía para comunicarte en contextos médicos y sociales en español.
— 🛡️ Espacio seguro: Un entorno respetuoso donde puedes expresarte libremente y practicar sin preocupaciones.
— 👫 Educación para aliados: Orientación para familiares, amigos y toda persona que desee aprender cómo apoyar a la comunidad LGBTQ+ con información real para tener más conciencia sobre el tema.
Como hombre trans, entiendo los desafíos únicos que enfrentamos y estoy aquí para acompañarte en tu viaje lingüístico y personal.🗣️ ¡Te brindaré el apoyo que necesitas en tu camino! ✨
📅 ¡Programa una para el día y horario que prefieras y trabajemos juntos para alcanzar tus metas! 🚀
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Itziar P
Itziar P
Spanish teacher with more than four years of experience
Hello everyone! I do not teach A1 A2 levels. I am Itziar and I am a Spanish teacher. I am currently living in Spain but I lived in different countries in the past. I am a native speaker with a neutral Spanish accent. My pronunciation is clear and easy to understand. I love teaching Spanish to international students and I am happy to see them making progress learning the language. I have four years of experience teaching Spanish to students from all over the world.
My teaching style:
Patient: I personally experienced the struggles of learning a new language. I learnt different languages from the scratch, so I will encourage you during the lesson.
Hands-on class: My lessons are practical. I will help you to boost your confidence in learning Spanish through practical exercises.
Competent: I am committed to helping you succeed in learning Spanish.
Functional: I will focus on the skills and knowledge you need to ensure you achieve your goals and needs.
Tailored lessons: I adapt to the needs and goals of individual students and I personalized your lessons based on the topics you want to learn.
My goal is to make the learning experience engaging and fun but also straight to the point. My biggest interest is that you can learn something new everyday and you improve your Spanish. Do not worry about making mistakes, they are a part of the learning process and I am a patient teacher :)
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Jesus
Jesus
🗨🗨 Speaking Practice for Intermediate and above levels 🏆
¡Hola!
Me as a Teacher: Disfruto muchísimo ser maestro para ayudar a las personas que tienen el deseo de mejorar sus habilidades de conversación, por ejemplo, fluidez, pronunciación, comprensión auditiva y aumentar el vocabulario.
Certificates:
- DELE A1 - A2 - Instituto Cervantes Estambul - 2020 Curso de examinadores DELE
- DELE B1 - B2 - Instituto Cervantes Albuquerque - 2019 Curso de examinadores DELE
- DELE C1 - C2 - Instituto Cervantes Budapest - 20120 Curso de examinadores DELE
- Profesor de Español Como Lengua Extranjera - ELE Barcelona - 2018
- Clinical Terminology for International Students - University of Pittsburgh - 2023
Work Experience:
- Lingoda (Online lessons) Nov 2021 - Present
- Babbel (Online lessons) Sep 2020 - Present
- ELE Barcelona - Barcelona, Spain (Face to face lessons) / 2018 - 2018
- Don Quijote - Playa del Carmen, Mexico (Face to face lessons) / 2018 - 2019
- La Casita Spanish Schol - Merida, Mexico (Face to face lessons) / 2024 - 2024
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Alberto L
Alberto L
Spanish Made Fun and Effective w/Bilingual native teacher (Spanish/Italian)
¡Hola!
I am Alberto, a highly-skilled and dedicated Spanish teacher from Spain. I specialize in teaching Spanish both to children and adults, using interactive and fun methods to make learning a language enjoyable and engaging for everyone. As a native speaker of both Spanish and Italian, I bring a unique perspective to my lessons. I have traveled extensively and have a wealth of experience in different roles, including manufacturing, restaurants, and even as an electrician. I later set up a travel agency and hostel which greatly enriched my cultural knowledge.
I've been praised by my students for my effective and engaging teaching approach. I believe that conversation is key to truly mastering a language, so I've designed my lessons to be interactive and student-centered, where you will be actively participating and speaking instead of just passively listening. I've been successful in helping students of all ages and levels achieve fluency in Spanish.
I will assess your level, goals and needs in the first lesson, and create a tailored curriculum that best suits you. I've been told by my students that they've seen progress in their learning and they've been able to understand the context of conversations for the most part now. I make the classes fun and relevant by having conversations about our day to day lives. We start our lessons with conversations in Spanish (for all levels) and then towards the middle of the class move on to reviewing the homework and practicing conversations around those specific sections of the textbook. I am patient, encouraging and make learning fun!
Don't wait, book a trial lesson with me today, and let's get started on your journey to fluency in Spanish. I am looking forward to helping you achieve your goals!
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Franco L
Franco L
Spanish lessons - Clases de español - 西班牙语课
I am a philosophy student at the University of Buenos Aires. Having to deal with classic philosophers and old texts I decided to specialize in ancient languages such as Latin, Ancient Greek and Sanskrit, but I also studied modern languages like English, French and German. I like music and I play the trumpet. I also love Tango music and really enjoy translating lyrics! Now teaching Ancient History. I provide visual History books in Spanish.
Now a certified E/LE teacher by Instituto Cervantes via Academia Buenos Aires.
I teach students from all ages. I love teaching kids! My lessons are for complete beginners, intermediate students who want to improve their spanish and advanced ones looking to polish their skills.
If you don't have materials don't worry! I have my own method for complete beginners and a progressive reading book which I believe is very useful. We can also use your own materials.
Blanca P
Blanca P
Certified Spanish Teacher with 6+ years of experience making learning enyojable
Do you want to speak Spanish with confidence and fluency? I can help you achieve your goal!
Hello! I am Blanca, a Mexican teacher with a Diploma in Teaching Spanish as a Second Language. I also have a Master's Degree in Psychology and have published a couple of books.
I love reading, traveling, and discovering new cultures. I have lived abroad and I know what it's like to be in your shoes when it comes to learning a new language because I'm a language learner myself.
I became a Spanish teacher because I found a passion for teaching and helping people improve their language skills. I've taught Spanish to businessmen, engineers, university students, psychologists, school counselors, retirees, and travelers.
I can help you improve your Spanish for working in a specific field, but we can also have interesting conversations and debates about literature, current events, cultures, history, politics, movies, gastronomy, sports, and travel.
My lessons are tailored to each student, depending on their interests and goals. We can watch videos and tv-series, read books and interesting articles, write emails, and discuss different topics (including traditions and culture of Spanish-speaking countries). I provide students with lesson notes, practice exercises, and examples.
My goal as a teacher is to make sure you can express your thoughts and can communicate spontaneously in Spanish, that's why since the first lesson with me, you’ll find yourself speaking Spanish.
Book a lesson with me! I'd love to help you take your Spanish to the next level!
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Andrea C
Andrea C
Certified Spanish teacher with 15 years of experience teaching Spanish and English.
Hi there. I'm Andrea. Welcome to this amazing learning journey.
I'm from Ecuador but I'm currently living in the Netherlands. I've been teaching both English and Spanish for 15 years.
Teaching is something I'm really passionate about. I'm totally convinced that learning a new language should be fun and not only focused on grammar structures and boring rules.
You're going to learn Spanish through games, dialogues, role plays, videos and any kind of interactive and communicative activity you can think of.
I hold a teaching degree on English as a Foreign Language and a Master's Degree on English and Applied Linguistics. Although, these degrees are related to English teaching, they have helped me develop teaching methods to teach Spanish effectively and interactively as well.
You will be the center of this learning-teaching process.
Join me in this journey and book a trial lesson with me
Te espero. Gracias por tu atención.
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Daniel G
Daniel G
Professional Spanish Teacher and official DELE Examiner.
¡Hola! My name is Daniel. I'm a certified Spanish Teacher, Official DELE Examiner and Language Learning Designer from Seville, Spain who have been teaching Spanish for 6 years now because I love to teach my language and culture to others.
What is my experience?
- Teaching Spanish to students from different nationalities, countries, ages and levels (from absolutely beginner to C2) in Spain and UK both online and face to face.
- Teaching Business Professional Spanish to employees from companies such as Roche, Iberdrola and EDP.
- Teaching Spanish to USA and Erasmus university students, refugees with any knowledge of Spanish, British, Chinese or Koreans students, among others.
- Coaching and preparation for DELE exams.
- Designing of personalized Spanish lessons material for reputed language learnings apps, companies and my own students.
What can you find in my lessons?
- Very communicative lessons adapted to the needs and interests of my students.
- Personalized lessons based on each student and their goals.
- Lessons about conversation, grammar, culture, business, conversation… Anything you need.
- My main goal is to help you to speak Spanish with confidence and fluently.
- Access to all the material used.
Antonio T
Antonio T
Certified and experienced Spanish teacher for professional purposes
Do you want to improve your Spanish skills to open new doors for your professional development or business? Learning with me guarantees material and resources specifically designed for you and your goals.
I am Antonio, born and raised in Andalucía, Spain. I am a native, certified and experienced foreign language teacher currently working as a Spanish teacher in the Netherlands.
I provide professional and meaningful learning experiences considering your objectives, interests and aspects to improve. I have 7+ years of experience teaching Spanish for general and specific purposes (conversational, business, traveling, and certification exams) in young and adult education, both online and in person. On top of that, I am a certified DELE and SIELE examiner.
Regarding my educational background, I graduated in English Studies and, to cut a long story short, I hold three master’s degrees on different aspects related to teaching Spanish and have a wide range of language teacher training certifications.
I am available for 55 or 30 minutes classes.
Thanks for reading!
See you in class
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does learning with a tutor via video call differ from learning face-to-face with a Spanish tutor in Chicago?
Sometimes students tell us that they're not sure about learning Spanish online because they think it’ll be completely different to learning face-to-face. But usually when they try it, they find that the experience is almost the same and they often build a solid relationship with their tutor.
Once you start a video call with your chosen tutor, you’ll be able to communicate with them as if you were in the same room. The tutor will typically also share learning resources with you (newspaper articles, YouTube, etc.) and you’ll be able to collaborate in real-time using a tool like Google Docs or Dropbox Paper.
What's the best way to find a Spanish tutor near me in Chicago?
If you're really not keen on learning with a teacher via video call, LanguaTalk isn't going to be the right choice for you. You can instead search for a tutor on a local service listing website, or put up an advert in your local area. We do encourage you to give it a try learning online though - you've got nothing to lose as you can book a free trial session. Most people find the experience is as good as learning face-to-face, but with the benefit of having access to better tutors at a lower cost.
How much do Chicago Spanish tutors charge per hour?
Our research suggests that the average cost for private Spanish lessons in Chicago is somewhere between $25-$35 per hour. As online tutors do not need to travel to you and they often live in countries with a lower cost of living, the hourly cost tends to be significantly lower.
What are the best options for receiving Spanish lessons in Chicago?
Whether you live in the city centre or the suburbs of Chicago, there are many options for learning Spanish. You could use an app or a software program if you're looking to pick up basic vocabulary and learn some grammar rules. Alternatively, you could attend group lessons with Spanish tutors in Chicago if you're keen for a social experience. Or, you could take 1-on-1 lessons with a private tutor. This isn't the cheapest way to learn a language but it's possibly the most effective, assuming you have a good tutor. Learning online rather than face-to-face may make private tutors a more affordable option. Check the tutor profiles above to see how much it's likely to cost. Prices vary a lot depending on the tutor, but will usually be cheaper than learning with a Spanish tutor in Chicago, face-to-face.
Do any of the tutors on LanguaTalk also provide Spanish lessons in Chicago?
Tutors on LanguaTalk sometimes provide lessons locally, but most only provide online lessons as it is more convenient and allows them to work from home. In addition, most tutors are not teaching Spanish in Chicago because they're living elsewhere in the world. If you decide to book with a tutor, you should assume that they can only teach you online.
New to LanguaTalk? We'll give you a credit for a free trial session. Many, but not all, tutors offer these for free. If they do not, the price will be just 30 percent of their full lesson price, so you can still try a session at minimal cost.
Trial sessions last 30 minutes. They allow you to assess whether the tutor is a good fit for you, and get a feel for learning online. The tutor will assess your level and aim to understand your needs and interests so that they can customise any lessons you decide to take. You'll be encouraged to speak in Spanish as much as possible, but of course you can speak in English too!
If, after your trial session, you don't feel that the tutor is quite right for you, you can book a trial with another tutor for just 30 percent of their full lesson price.
Lessons are taught 1-on-1 so that you receive your tutor’s full attention and can make fast progress. Communicating via video call, you’ll be able to talk to your tutor and share learning materials as if you were in the same room.
The tutors vary in terms of their teaching methods, resources, experiences, and personalities. So we suggest you look at several profiles to choose the best tutor for you. Whichever Spanish tutor you pick, they'll aim to tailor the lessons to your individual needs.
On LanguaTalk, you can find exceptional tutors for 1-on-1 Spanish lessons tailored to your goals and learning preferences. Here’s how to try it for yourself:
1 - Find your ideal tutor by browsing videos, reviews, pricing and availability.
2 - Book a trial. Many tutors offer a 30-minute trial for free; others charge a discounted price.
3 - Take personalised lessons with your new tutor via video call. Or try someone else.
No card is required to book a free trial session. Please only book if you're considering taking lessons. Pricing varies by tutor and you can use the filter to find someone who fits your budget. You can pay one lesson at a time, or buy in bulk for a discount (open a tutor's profile to see their pricing options).
We’re confident you’ll love learning via LanguaTalk. We're trusted by students all over the world because we're transparent. We ask students to rate each lesson, and we display reviews on tutors’ profiles.
99.8% of lesson ratings are 5 stars. Why? Because unlike other platforms, we accept only the top 10% of tutor applications.
To see our full FAQs or get help from our friendly team, click the 'Help' button in the bottom-right. You can also watch students talking about their experiences learning via LanguaTalk below.
The beauty of taking lessons online is that you can learn anytime, anywhere. When you choose a tutor, just check their calendar to make sure that they have available times that fit your schedule. Some tutors have limited availability as they already have a lot of students.
The vast majority of students take 55-minute lessons. But some tutors also provide the option of 30-minute lessons. If they do, you’ll see this noted on their profile (below their pricing and above the ‘Buy Lessons’ button).
55-minute lessons are recommended for most students. In general, we only suggest considering 30-minute lessons if they’re for your child, or you have an intermediate level and only want conversation practice.