5 Tips to Find a Good Teacher
1. The most important: how do you feel with them?
Learning a language is an emotional process... it’s not just about memorizing rules, but about feeling safe enough to make mistakes and learn from them.
Questions to ask yourself if you are on the fence about a teacher:
- do you feel relaxed in their classes?
- Do you feel it’s a space where you can express yourself freely, even when you’re unsure or nervous?
- Do you match in vibe, interests and energy?
Questions to ask yourself if you are looking for a teacher: - What type of vibe should they bring to the lesson?
- Do you want lessons that are not - that - planned, or more structured ones?
- What aspects of their teaching style should definetly show up?
Remember that a good teacher doesn’t just correct ... they listen, support, and encourage you. You should feel seen, heard, and respected.
Because when you feel good, you learn better (not said by me, but science!)
2. Does the teacher have qualifications?
Qualifications don’t always make a great teacher, but they do show a level of commitment and understanding of how people learn.
Someone who has studied teaching or linguistics usually knows why certain methods work and how to adapt lessons to your needs.
That background gives structure to their creativity: it’s what allows them to make learning both fun and effective.
Of course, passion is key, but knowledge of the “whys” and “hows” of teaching makes a real difference.
3. Does the teacher have prior experience?
Experience brings perspective. It helps teachers anticipate your struggles, explain tricky topics more clearly, and make grammar feel less intimidating.
Can they handle the classic Spanish questions: por vs para, ser vs estar, or indefinido vs imperfecto?
A good teacher doesn’t need to know everything, but they should be able to guide you with confidence and clarity.
Teaching is about connection, patience, and the ability to explain something in five different ways until it clicks for you.
4. Do you match in the way of teaching and learning?
The best classes happen when both sides do a nice click.
You might love visuals, games, and examples, but if your teacher focuses mostly on grammar charts, there's a high chance you'll get frustrated.
Likewise, if you’re someone who learns best through conversation and your teacher only uses textbooks, that mismatch can slow you down.
Knowing your learning style (and finding a teacher who adapts to it) changes everything.
5. Do you share any interests?
Having things in common with your teacher can make the lessons feel more like a chat than a class.
When you both love music, series, travel, or memes, learning becomes way more enjoyable, because the examples and conversations feel real and not forced.
You’ll find yourself wanting to talk more, which is exactly what helps you improve faster.
Shared interests also build trust and connection. You start opening up, taking risks, and using the language to talk about things that matter to you.
It makes the whole learning process more human, fun, and effortless.
Overall, finding a good teacher It’s a little bit like dating: sometimes you need to try a few before you find the one.
Keep looking until you find that teacher who makes learning feel natural and inspiring. ✨
And hey! If you want to find out and have a (free!) first lesson with me, click here.
Cariños!
Agus - Miss Rosa