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Elma Janeth Perea
5.0
Colombia•
11:10 AM (GMT-05:00)
Spanish
67
1,150
Spanish
67
1,150
Speaks
Spanish
Native
,English
C1
,French
B2
About Me
Hi! My name is Elma Janeth Perea. I am from Colombia. I am a Spanish speaker certified in English teaching. I have taught English and Spanish (children, adolescents and adults) at different universities and educational institutions of the region for more than 20 years, and I have a B2 level in French, which I am currently studying. I also have a Master degree in Translation, which has helped me understand how language works for both cultures. Currently, I am working as an English /Spanish teacher and also as a freelance translator/interpreter. I really enjoy talking to people and sharing what I know.
I think we really learn by doing, therefore, my teaching is based on the communicative approach, among others, since I know that the more we talk and interact in a language, the more we learn and improve our communicative skills; for this reason, I count on a wide range of material like Power Point presentations, pictures, readings, games, news articles, audios, posters, videos, etc. I always design the class according to each learner’s needs and preferences because learning a language should be an amusing and challenging experience, instead of a stressing or boring task where grammar is not necessarily the main goal. It can also be learned in a simple way.
I am an open person, with lots of patience and creativity, and I will be really pleased to be part of your learning experience, just let’s start!
Read MoreI think we really learn by doing, therefore, my teaching is based on the communicative approach, among others, since I know that the more we talk and interact in a language, the more we learn and improve our communicative skills; for this reason, I count on a wide range of material like Power Point presentations, pictures, readings, games, news articles, audios, posters, videos, etc. I always design the class according to each learner’s needs and preferences because learning a language should be an amusing and challenging experience, instead of a stressing or boring task where grammar is not necessarily the main goal. It can also be learned in a simple way.
I am an open person, with lots of patience and creativity, and I will be really pleased to be part of your learning experience, just let’s start!
My trial lessons
In this class, we can discuss your needs and preferences, while I can assess your language level, tell you about my experience and working methodology, and propose a plan of action. This class lets you know what kind of person and teacher I am, and how I can guide you through the process.
I can also give you some tips and learning tools. It all depends on your interests.
Read MoreI can also give you some tips and learning tools. It all depends on your interests.
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a day 
7 years ago 
99.00%1,150 
28.1 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
April 21, 2025 - April 28, 2025
All times listed are in your local timezone
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Mon
04/21/2025
Tue
04/22/2025
Wed
04/23/2025
Thu
04/24/2025
Fri
04/25/2025
Sat
04/26/2025
Sun
04/27/2025
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2:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
Latin American Spanish
Résumé
Education
2012 - 2015
Magíster en Traducción
Universidad Autonoma de Manizales - Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
Maestría enfocada en la traducción y la investigación.
1996 - 1998
Técnico Laboral en Ecotourismo
Comfenalco, Quindio - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Estudio enfocado en el turismo ecológico y el medio ambiente.
1991 - 1995
Licenciada en Lenguas Modernas
Universidad del Quindío - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Licenciatura enfocada en el inglés y francés como segundas lenguas.
Work Experience
2018 - 2018
Docente
Universidad del Quindío - Armenia, Quindío, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua a profesores de básica primaria en el proyecto·"Quindío Bilingue y Competitivo".
2016 - 2018
Traductora/intérprete
CESO/SACO CANADA - Sede Colombia
Traductora e intérprete para el Convenio entre CESO- SACO y las fundaciones Pijao Citta Slow de Armenia, Quindío, Colombia y Yarumo Blanco de Pereira, Risaralda; Colombia.
2018 - 2018
Traductora
Open Systems - Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Traductora y revisora de textos técnicos español/inglés
2008 - 2016
Docente
Universidad del Quindío - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de gramática inglesa, comprensión lectora y traducción.
2006 - 2008
Operadora turística
Turismo Cafetero Operador Turístico y Servicios Especiales - Armenia, Quindío, Colombia
Representante legal del operador turísticos con servicios de guianza bilingue, alojamiento, paquetes turísticos, paquetes de negocios, trasporte, traducción e interpretación turística.
2008 - 2008
Docente
Instituto de Lengua Extranjera ILEX - Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira - Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua
2005 - 2005
Docente
Corporación Universitaria Empresarial Alexander Von Humboldt - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua
2003 - 2004
Docente
Escuela de Administración y Mercadotecnia - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua
2002 - 2003
Docente
Universidad la Gran Colombia - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua
1996 - 2000
Docente
Colegio Jorge Isaacs - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua a estudiantes de básica primaria y secundaria
1994 - 1995
Docente
Centro Colombo Americano - Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
Enseñanza de inglés como segunda lengua
Ratings
195
Fun
157
Motivation Guru
189
Excellent Materials
261
Great Conversation
20
Exam Coach
17
Business Expert
63
Writing Coach
114
Great for Beginners
100
Great for Intermediate
26
Great for Advanced
71
Accent Reduction
42
Tech Savvy
124
Goes the Extra Mile
128
Grammar Expert
2
Great for medical professionals
177
Cultural Insights
5.0 Average
525 ratings, 67 students
December 17, 2020 • Lessons: 142
Today was my 100th lesson with Elma. Since April, when I started taking classes with her I've learned so much and have become much more confident in my Spanish. Elma makes learning Spanish fun and always infuses elements of Colombian culture, music and food into the lessons. I can't wait to take 100 more classes.
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April 18, 2020 • Lessons: 11
Elma is the best Spanish teacher I've ever had! She understands that a core part of learning is practicing speaking, reading, and writing, and she uses all of the Verbling features to make your sessions fun + effective. She also understands how nervous learning a language can make someone but takes the pressure off so you can focus on learning the language and learning more about different Spanish-speaking cultures. BOOK HER!!!
Read MoreSample Videos
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5 years ago
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