¡Hola!
I’ve been a language teacher for over 15 years, and have taught in Argentina, the UK, China and Australia. I did a combined English/Spanish Translation and Teaching degree (Argentina) and have a Diploma in Teaching Spanish as a Second Language. After working as a teacher and coordinator of several schools over the years, I decided to finally put my passion for teaching Spanish into my own school, and Lara’s Spanish Hub was born.
I love to inspire students and to get them speaking Spanish from day one. One of the most rewarding things for me as a teacher is to see my students make connections and friends within the classroom and to see them having fun while learning about Spanish and Latin American cultures. I also love organising social events to connect students to the Spanish speaking world.
I have a passion (should I say obsession? :)) for creating – and incorporating – fun materials, games and activities to do in class – having a good time while learning is so important!
So what are our classes like? Well, I have been described as a “live wire” by one of my students (I love you, Margaret!) so expect lots of talking, laughing and trying out new ideas in a relaxed and friendly (and fun!) environment. Oh and I hope you like llamas as much as we do, because they’re everywhere in our classroom!
¡Hasta pronto!
Lara
¡Hola!
I’m Margarita Pardo, a Spanish Teacher from Colombia. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Early-Childhood Education and a Diploma in Spanish Pedagogy. I have over 10 years’ experience teaching Spanish in Colombia and Australia, and I’m in charge of adult courses and the children’s program at Lara’s Spanish Hub.
My biggest passion in life is to teach children. Nothing beats the feeling of seeing children build a relationship with Spanish from a young age, where learning is fun and exciting, and the classroom is a safe space to play and experiment using the language.
I like teaching Spanish using the natural approach, where Spanish is taught in a native-like way, through exposure, before rules and grammar. In my classes, children learn Spanish by doing the things they like the most, playing and having fun.
I believe that the best way to build a connection with a second language is by creating a community where experiences can be shared and built upon. I can’t wait to meet you and your child soon!
¡Hasta muy pronto!
¡Hola!
I’m Liliana and I’m excited to be part of Lara’s Spanish Hub. I am from Pamplona, Colombia, a small city near the Venezuelan border and I have lived in Perth for nearly five years.
I hold a teaching degree in Foreign Languages with a focus on English and French. I have been teaching languages for the past five years, and I am thrilled to be teaching Spanish, my native language, and share my culture with others.
I also have a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and have 5 years’ experience working as a daycare educator in Australia. I love teaching children and I am in charge of some of the children’s classes too.
My teaching style is dynamic and engaging, and I love to use a variety of resources and activities to make learning fun and effective. I’m also patient, approachable, and committed to helping my students achieve their goals. I believe in creating a positive and engaging learning environment that encourages my students to practice and improve their language skills.
I can’t wait to meet you and have a great time together!
¡Chao, nos vemos pronto!
Liliana
¡Hola!
I’m Carolina Vasquez. I’m a Colombian teacher with a diploma in Foreign Languages and a University Teaching Diploma. I also have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, which I believe helps me understand my students’ language needs. I have worked as a teacher, psychologist, and coordinator in schools and universities over the last years.
Traveling the world has given me the opportunity to learn about different cultures, traditions, and languages. This has broadened my perspective and enriched my teaching approach.
In my classes, I strive to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels motivated and supported. All my lessons will be fun and interactive.
I look forward to meeting my new students and embarking on this language learning journey together. Let’s make every class an enjoyable and enriching experience!
¡Hasta luego!
Caro
¡Hola!
I’m Lisette, but everyone calls me Lisi. I’m a teacher from Ecuador, with over 6 years of experience working with people of different ages and backgrounds.
I’ve worked in schools, academies and foundations, which has helped to understand the diversity of ways of learning that each person has and which is the best approach to keep them interested and engaged.
Due to this experience I try to always have a warm, understanding approach through teaching, because I believe that class could be the starting point that someone needs to find a goal in life.
I look forward to meeting you and sharing my language and my culture with you.
At Lara’s Spanish Hub, our method is based on the communicative approach. We don’t just want you to know Spanish — we want you to use it!
Our main focus is helping students develop real communication skills. Our lessons are highly interactive, dynamic and practical, with a strong focus on speaking and understanding spoken Spanish. After all, most students come to us because they want to feel confident having a conversation in Spanish.
Many people study a language for years and still struggle to actually use it. This often happens when language learning focuses too heavily on grammar rules and written exercises, without enough real-life communication practice.
The communicative approach is different. It sees language as a tool for communication, not just a set of grammar rules. This means we bring real-life situations into the classroom and give students lots of opportunities to speak, listen, interact and respond naturally.
You’ll take part in carefully planned activities that are structured enough to support your learning, but flexible enough to allow for spontaneity, improvisation and, of course, mistakes 🙂. We believe making mistakes is a normal and important part of learning a language.
Our lessons are carefully planned and resourced, and we love incorporating creative, engaging and practical materials to make learning Spanish enjoyable. While we use effective language teaching methodologies, we also take into account our students’ different learning styles, goals and needs.
Our courses follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, which gives students a clear progression from beginner to advanced levels.
