Hola, I'm Hector, a Spanish teacher with 15 years of experience
I am here to help you achieve Spanish fluency
LEARN SPANISH FROM ANYWHERE!
Virtual Spanish lessons personalized to fit
your experience level and your schedule
Using Zoom, classes can be held from the comfort of your own home.
Speaking and listening in Spanish during a one-on-one virtual class will build your confidence toward the language.
Screen-sharing, virtual whiteboards, and shared documents are used to aid in virtual learning.
ABOUT HECTOR
I love everything about what I do, but most of all I love building bridges between people and communities--new languages do this. Together, through learning, we participate in making America a more multicultural and open-minded society, by sharing ideas and knowledge across diverse backgrounds.
Back in Colombia, from the late 80s to the early 2000s, I worked for 15 years as a reporter for radio stations and newspapers, covering stories related to criminal and political violence. I also taught journalism and writing at several colleges, and worked as director of communications and public relations for several mayors’ offices and NGOs. Those were hard times: there were no easy facts.
I came to the United States in 2004, and began teaching Spanish in 2005 at a small language academy. In 2008, I joined Instituto Cervantes of Chicago. At this school I have taught all levels of Spanish, and have taught several special courses as well, including Spanish-English Comparative Grammar, Magical Realism and Daily Life in Latin America, The Nobel Prizes of Literature in Spanish, Literature in Movies, Painting and Society in Latin America during the Twentieth Century, and Latin American Current Politics. From 2010 through 2013, I taught Spanish levels one through four at Loyola University of Chicago. Using language correctly has been very important to me, in both my daily life and my work. Because of that, I can help you speak well and properly.
In my classes, I teach topically: traveling, literature, fine arts, music and architecture, as well as history, politics and social justice are all areas of focus. My classroom environment is friendly, serious, and respectful of differences. Are you interested in joining the millions of people who speak Spanish all over the world? I would love to hear from you. I stand ready to discuss this exciting possibility with you. Join us!
In-Person Classes
My place, your house, a coffee shop, your office, a public library, even a park when the weather allows it--all are suitable places to create a friendly atmosphere to learn and/or improve your Spanish.
What my students are saying
I have studied Spanish for several years and have had many professors, however, the real learning began when I met Hector Sepulveda. His class is always interesting and I always leave feeling that I have learned a lot. Choosing professor Hector Sepulveda would be a wise choice for anyone wishing to speak Spanish.
—Howard Miller, Student in Chicago
"Hector speaks at a speed and with just the right tone to be easy to follow and understand, while at the same time setting appropriate challenges. He is committed to his students and is invested in their success learning spanish."
—Michael, Student in Chicago
"If you are serious about learning Spanish, Hector Sepulveda is the teacher for you. Hector is extremely passionate about teaching and makes learning Spanish easy and fun!"
—Laurie, Student in Chicago
I had a pleasure of taking Hector’s class last year. It was absolutely the best experience I’ve had so far in learning Spanish. I appreciated his personality, patience, cheerful and enthusiastic approach, and a very successful methodology. I literally saw my Spanish language skills grow every week. The added bonus was the depth of his knowledge and intellect, which made the classes not only informational, but also very interesting and entertaining. I hope that I will have another opportunity to study Spanish with Hector and I will be happy to recommend him to any potential students.
—Elisabeth, Student in Chicago
Immersion Trips
When you're in another country and you need to speak Spanish to function, you improve rapidly. For some, my immersion trips--which include daily language lessons--are the key to advancement.
My linguistic, cultural, and gastronomic immersion trips are a rare opportunity to learn, practice, and improve your Spanish by interacting with locals.
Join us for our next trip to Medellin, Colombia--one of the most modern Latin American cities--and tour the countryside to see flower and coffee farms, all while staying in five-star hotels and eating five-star Colombian food.
Translation Services
As a native Spanish speaker, I offer written and spoken translations, any kind of document, and any kind of event--including simultaneous translation.
Start learning Spanish today!
Here are the answers to some common questions
What age groups do you teach?
I’ve taught adults of every age and profession. Even though that’s been my principal experience, I’ve also successfully taught teenagers who attend high school.
What levels of Spanish do you teach?
From the very beginner all the way through high advanced, are the levels of Spanish I have taught and that I’m able to teach. My experience assures you will have the opportunity to learn to communicate in Spanish with confidence and precision.
What kind of Spanish do you teach?
Spanish is just one language with small variations, depending on the country where it is spoken. As ajournalist I’m used to speaking a standard Spanish that is understood everywhere. That’s exactly the Spanish I teach.
Where do you teach?
My place, your house, a coffee shop, your office, a public library, even a park when the weather allows it, all are suitable places to create a friendly atmosphere to learn and/or improve your Spanish.
Do you teach group classes?
If you gather a group of friends and we can find a good place and arrange a convenient schedule to study, of course I’ll give the classes.
Do you offer online classes?
Yes, I offer online classes as well, considering that traveling is not very easy for some people. I understand that this is the most efficient and realistic option for many of you.
How much do you charge?
My fees are determined by different aspects, such as the place where we decide to have our classes, the length and number of classes you take a week and special requirements you may have. So just give me a call or email me, and we can discuss this matter.