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Spanish Skype Lessons For Adults

Laura Zayas is a sought after expert Spanish teacher who specializes in making her students conversational in Spanish in record time. 

She is aware that Spanish learning options, all claiming to be the best, can be a minefield of confusion and overwhelm for most people. That is why from the first moment people reach out to her, she creates a warm and effortless experience with genuine concern and care about their particular situation.

Laura divides her time between Alaska and Long Beach, CA where her office is located. She teaches students primarily by Skype and most of them take lessons once or twice a week. Each session is 30 minutes. Hard to believe but in those 30 minutes she accomplishes more than other teachers in 2 hours. One reason why learning is maximized is because of the pre-planning, which includes initial homework even before the first class. Homework is an integral component and students are expected to study a lot during the week. Another important reason for her successful teaching is that she removes the clutter of the unnecessary, outlining the essentials with a delightful and engaging customizable curriculum that she created from scratch. 

Laura has an uncanny ability to adapt or customize her teaching for each student depending on needs, personality and learning style. She moves fast while making sure that her students get a solid foundation. From day one, students are learning short phrases that they can put to use right away. As dozens of 5-star testimonials show, it is no surprise that her Spanish-only immersion method has allowed students to communicate effectively at work or for personal reasons within a few weeks.

The first step is always filling out a short but detailed questionnaire. After reading the answers carefully, Laura determines if a placement test is needed. She always offers objective, non-generic feedback regarding a plan of action to maximize students’ learning. Her decision-making process is fast and accurate.
Since Laura’s teaching reputation is so important and because she is obsessed with stellar customer service, she is very selective with whom she works.

Are you a beginner? Get a free lesson.

More experienced? Take our free test.

Laura Only Chooses People Who:

  • Are serious about their learning
  • Value quality over cost
  • Are not afraid of a Spanish only, immersion approach
  • Are Skype proficient

If You:

  • Want to learn Spanish from scratch or just improve your oral skills
  • Have been frustrated by previous attempts at learning and gave up
  • Took Spanish in High School many years ago and have no idea how much you remember
  • Will embrace mistakes as an integral part of the learning process

Choose Your Preferred Learning Option:

STANDARD SPANISH LESSONS

STANDARD SPANISH LESSONS

STANDARD SPANISH LESSONS

This is the most affordable method to learn Spanish with Laura.

It is ideal for people who:

  • Want to learn at a relaxed pace
  • Have a limited budget
  • Can only take one 30 minute Skype or Zoom session per week

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ACCELERATED
VIP SPANISH COACHING

ACCELERATED
VIP SPANISH COACHING

ACCELERATED
VIP SPANISH COACHING

This is the highest level of Spanish teaching she offers. It goes 4 times as fast as the Standard Option and the results are truly dramatic.

It is ideal for people who:

  • Need or want to learn Spanish fast in less than 4 months
  • Can take classes twice a week for 1 hr each time by Skype or Zoom
  • Will try to maintain a regular schedule
  • Have the time to study and do a lot of homework
  • Have the time for an end-of-program celebration with a Spanish only immersion weekend either in Alaska where teacher lives or in the student’s hometown
  • Have the financial means to invest in this personal and business growth experience

Due to her limited teaching availability, she only takes 2 students per month in this private 1-to-1 intense coaching session. It is the most expensive option BUT is value-packed and students will get their money’s worth.

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If you are selected, she will gift you a 30 minute coaching session where she will go over the placement test with you. You can then decide if you want to invest.

Laura’s Quick Bio:

  • Owner and director of Spanish-4-You
  • Certified Spanish teacher with vast experience at LAUSD
  • MA in Education of Foreign Languages from UCLA
  • Created a full curriculum for all levels, but her favorite, and the one she uses even with her corporate clients is the High School program
  • Owner Of Alaska Affordable Tours

 

Laura Has Worked With Multiple International Companies Including…

Laura Has Worked With

Multiple International Companies…

What Makes Laura Unique:

• Methodology

She has developed her own effective and fun curriculum which includes hundreds of lessons for multiple levels.

• Expert level assessment skills 

She has created a thorough placement test to determine level accurately so that students can start with the right lesson.

• Immersion Program

She only speaks Spanish which is not an easy task especially with absolute beginners.

• Customized Teaching

She has the ability to figure students out very quickly and adapts her teaching depending on their learning style and personal interests. 

• Not Just A Spanish Class

She has the ability to connect with all her students at a deep level and after a few sessions, the classes feel more like therapy where her students open up about their lives.

• Magical Results

She covers material very fast and guarantees that all her students will advance at least one level, often two, within three months.

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TESTIMONIALS

Bianca Soriano

Bianca Soriano

Nurse - Kaiser Permanente

“The Skype sessions fit my busy schedule so well and Laura is flexible to meet my needs. I have learned so much in the past few months (more than in 3 years of High School Spanish). She speaks only in Spanish and it forces you to think. She makes learning fun and does not make you feel uncomfortable if you don’t know how to say something.”

Kari Ann Pike

Kari Ann Pike

Professor - Cal State Long Beach

“My experience with Laura has been wonderful. She is a phenomenal teacher, incredibly patient and encouraging. The lessons are really well organized and build on each other. The homework is practical and reinforces what we are learning. Every time I get a new lesson I feel like a kid in Christmas Day…so excited to sit down and start working on it!”

Lisa Jordan

Lisa Jordan

President - Human Solutions

“I will start off by saying that Laura is a miracle worker! I contacted her about two months before leaving on a trip to Cuba. I was meeting my boyfriend’s family and was hoping to at least know a few words before we went. In 8 weeks time, Laura was able to take me from virtually zero to being able to converse in basic sentences, and most importantly to have a generally understanding of what was being said!”

Nicole Pappo

Nicole Pappo

Owner - Little Voices Speech Therapy

“I am taking Laura’s Skype/phone class and it truly has taken me to the next level! I own a business which involves speaking to parents in both formal and informal situations. Laura really makes sure to tailor my classes to my needs, especially my homework. The conversation level that I have achieved has really helped at my business and personal life.”

Felicia Bright

Felicia Bright

Owner - Bright Moments For Kids

“I have had classes with others and Laura by far is the best! Laura is exceptional because she has curriculum! Her systematic approach and process for teaching is engaging, fun, and has built-ins that reinforces concepts. Laura is professional, personable, punctual and is 100% present and attentive during every session.”

Crystal Peña

Crystal Peña

Nurse Practitioner • UCLA HMD

“Laura is a great teacher! Each lesson builds on itself and she will tailor the lessons and speed to fit your needs. I started with very minimal vocabulary but within weeks Laura had me putting long sentences together and I was able to communicate my thoughts. She’s very supportive and she seems to really enjoy teaching. I’m very pleased with the progress I’ve made so far.”

Julianne Lusain

Julianne Lusain

Manager - AT&T

“I haven’t taken Spanish since high school so I was a little nervous and wondered if I could pick up a language as an adult. Laura is the best! First off, I love how I can stay home and take the class through Skype. And then she makes learning so easy. The exercises reinforce what you learn in the current lesson as well as in previous lessons”.

Victoria Overbey

Victoria Overbey

Teacher

“For me, the Skype set-up is ideal since I don’t have a lot of free time, and I absolutely love the lessons. They are strategic, building on previous lessons while also coming back to concepts and skills touched on earlier. Laura’s program makes it fun and keeps me engaged. I’ve only ever spoken with Laura in Spanish.”

Brenda Radtke

Brenda Radtke

Manager - Savorly

“One year of Skype lessons helped me learn rapidly despite a busy schedule. I’ve been taking lessons with Laura Zayas for a little over a year now and in that time I’ve been able to significantly advance my Spanish language skills. Laura is an intuitive instructor and adapts the topics to help me feel more comfortable.”

Nisha Jayani

Nisha Jayani

Medical Doctor

“Laura is an amazing teacher and very patient. I have been working with Laura to brush up on my Spanish for about 8 months to better communicate with patients. I love the ability to do lessons via Skype because it allows me to do the lessons from a variety of locations, including the comfort of my home.”

Rosemarie Gonzalez

Rosemarie Gonzalez

Physical Therapist

“Laura is awesome! She has helped me feel more confident in my Spanish and is a very kind and patient teacher. My ability to understand and speak Spanish has exploded since the start of my classes. Her lessons are so well organized, they slowly take you step by step deeper into the language without intimidation and fear of speeding through the material.”

Yuri Swain

Yuri Swain

Paramedic

“My family and I have been using the Spanish-4-You Skype lessons for over a year. All of our Spanish skills (verbal, reading, writing) have improved by leaps and bounds. I now use Spanish on a regular basis at work, where before I was lost. The lessons have had a huge impact on our ability to communicate in Spanish.”

Casey Hoffman

Casey Hoffman

Firefighter

“I have been taking lessons with Laura via Skype for a little over a year now. She has helped me immensely with my Spanish. I already knew a little Spanish but after lessons with her I have become conversational in life and at work. I work as a firefighter and she is very accommodating to my busy schedule and is patient with whatever speed you learn at. Laura is very good at seeing the style in which you learn and adapts her lessons to best suit your needs.”

Betsy Simonson

Betsy Simonson

Special Ed Teacher

“I reached out to Laura to improve my Spanish to better communicate with my partner’s mother (who only speaks Spanish) and to speak to my students’ parents, the majority of whom only speak Spanish. My Spanish has improved tremendously. I took Spanish for three years in high school and also took private classes for about a year and a half. I have progressed more with Laura in a year than those other two experiences combined. Laura is an understanding, motivating, and creative teacher who holds her students to high standards. As a fellow educator, I can tell if someone is committed to teaching others, and Laura truly is! She modifies lessons to be relevant to my specific needs and gives me practical assignments.”

Sara Everett

Sara Everett

Elementary Teacher

“I decided to take Spanish classes with Laura because I wanted to be able to communicate effectively with my students’ parents at school. After taking eight sessions, I have gained confidence with basic conversational skills in Spanish. The weekly Skype classes worked perfectly with my schedule. The classes are full immersion; you can only speak Spanish throughout the entire session. The classes and homework were tailored to my individual needs as a student. Laura is extremely patient and makes each class challenging yet engaging.”

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Group of Australians under the Northern Lights Credit: Alaska Affordable Tours 2016

Group of Australians under the Northern Lights

Credit: Alaska Affordable Tours 2016

Aside from teaching, Laura gives tours in Alaska through her company Alaska Affordable Tours, based in the city of Fairbanks.

She is a certified tour guide and offers tours in English and Spanish. Her knowledgeable but casual off-the-beaten-path tours are very popular. Check out her informative Alaska travel bilingual blog

She has recently decided to merge both services by offering exclusive VIP packages where students can enjoy an all-inclusive trip in Spanish, at the end of their four-month Skype session program. These trips include accommodations at top-rated hotels, all meals at the best restaurants, city tour, National Park Denali tour, dog-sledding, snowmobiling, soaking in Chena Hot Springs and their most popular tour in fall, winter and early Spring – chasing the elusive Northern Lights. Write an email for more information: lzayas@spanish-4-you.com