Spanish teacher Rafael Silva

Rafael Silva

Community Tutor
Teaches
Spanish
Native
Speaks
Galician
Native
English
French
Portuguese
Other
Aspiring polyglot helping others to become fluent in Spanish
From SpainLiving in Vigo, Spain (08:28 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 13, 2021
InterestsMedical & HealthcareScienceMusicHistoryTravel
I am a former aid worker with experience working and living on three continents. At the moment, I am living in my home country Spain where I combine teaching on iTalki with my training to become a diplomat. If I had to choose one word to describe myself it would be "inquieto". I love learning, and therefore I spend my free time travelling, reading, and finding other curious minds to have conversations with. I also enjoy playing music and dancing, spending time in nature, and trying new foods.
badges
5.0
Rating
313
Students
3952
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Spanish Lessons

Trial Lesson
142 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Conversation: en route to fluency!
A2 -  C2

Conversation

3,268 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off

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246 Reviews

Student Margarita
Margarita
36 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
An attentive listener, Rafael knows how to encourage a profound discussion, though in a non-intrusive and respectful way. Be ready to talk a lot when with Rafael which is exactly what I was looking for in my Spanish language classes. In addition, be ready that Rafael will seed some universal questions in your head and push you to reflections which is an unexpected bonus to a class. Rafael’s thorough feedback helps to expand the vocabulary. Finally, he comes across as a kind human-being that is something to treasure nowadays. To wrap up, if you are looking for a teacher who is knowledgable, patient and has humane attitude towards things in life, Rafael is def your go-to option.
Dec 12, 2023
Student Maud Bourke
Maud Bourke
31 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Look no further, Raffy's the best.
Oct 21, 2023
Student Christopher Walker
Christopher Walker
125 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
An absolute all-star teacher! I have been a regular student of Rafa’s for a while, and I always leave fully energized after our Spanish chats. The conversation flows, and I hardly note that any of my deficiencies in the language are barriers to deep and meaningful exchanges. I absolutely recommend his “Next Level Spanish!” modules, where he finds thought-provoking material, based on common interests, to review before the class. I often wish that the clock would just freeze, as his questions and suggestions generate so much intrigue that I just hate having to disconnect. Thank you, Rafa, for bringing my Spanish to a level of real connection and vitality. You’ve got a special gift for inspiring and lifting those around you.
Apr 9, 2023
Student Joshua Derrick
Joshua Derrick
55 Spanish lessons
Another great lesson with Rafa! Time flies during every conversation we have and I hardly notice that I've been speaking in Spanish the whole time.
Nov 21, 2024
Student Joshua Derrick
Joshua Derrick
55 Spanish lessons
There is no better tutor on iTalki than Rafa!
Oct 31, 2024
Student Janni O.Gomez
Janni O.Gomez
1 Spanish lesson
Fue un placer la clase con Rafa. muchas gracias :)
Oct 27, 2024
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