Lesson Details
Spanish
- Levels Taught:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Leonardo teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 2 to 85
- Teaching since:
- 1990
Doing what I love: teaching, training, interacting with people. I retired from the army after 28 years of active and reserve military service, so now I have time to do privately what I did for the army for so many years: teach and train people. For many years I presented seminars in Spanish and English in Central and South America as well as the Caribbean on many subjects to adults of all ranks. I am a Florida State Certified Spanish teacher. My Bachelor's degree is in Political Science from the University of Puerto Rico, and I hold minors in History and French. I am (since 1993) a financial adviser (stock broker, RIA) and a licensed insurance agent, which is my other passion and area of expertise. This tutoring for me is not a job; it is a passion, just another way I do what I love - teaching, advising and interacting with people. If this sounds like what you want, hope to hear from you soon.
+ Read MoreExperience
Tutor
Aug 2010 - PresentTeach ASVAB, Finance, Spanish, English, Managerial Accounting
Retired Officer
Jun 1982 - Jul 2010Logistics and Special Operations (Latin American Specialist), Instructor
Education
BA Political Science, minors in History, French, Spanish
Aug 1978 - May 1982Languages
German, French, Portuguese
Spanish and English
Certifications
Series 7, 63, 65, Insurance license 2-15
Jan 199317 Reviews
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Leonardo is very personable, flexible, knowledgeable and fun to work with. He explains the etymology of some of the words I am learning and that helps me remember their meanings more quickly.
Leonardo is one if the best Spanish instructors I have ever had. This is my first online experience and I have learned a lot already. I am Ready to keep learning!
Leonardo is great... he is fun-loving and makes you feel comfortable from the beginning.
Very knowledgeable and experienced teacher.
Great very knowledgeable
Great teacher. Wish I found him sooner. Funny and smart.
This is my first lesson. Leonardo made me feel comfortable in learning a new language by providing good examples and study assignment. It is always beneficial learning from a native speaker, which I am now experiencing. I would love to continue my lessons with him and become a good Spanish speaker.
+ Read MoreFantastic. Really good guy!
From the start it's very easy to build a rapport with Leonardo. He is funny and engaging, which makes it easier to follow along. I'm looking forward to continuing lessons with him and improving my Spanish.
Great teacher. Just what I was looking for.
This was my first class with Leonardo and i think he is really good teacher
Lt. Colonel Rivera is the best instructor/tutor I have encountered in my four years of college grade academia. His mastery of finance and military history/philosophy has had a direct positive impact on my career path and education level that cannot be overstated. Lt. Colonel Rivera will be the wisest instructor you'll have the honor of learning under. He will turn your failing grades in mid semester to 90%+ final grades with the work ethic and educational adaptability found only in higher level military education. You -will- become a better human being just by conversing with him. His leadership has that impact upon everyone he encounters. With his educational tenacity and understanding of the material, your grades will improve and exceed your wildest expectations. I speak from experience as my failing grade in finance became a 91% and my other classes rose from 83s and 86s to 95s and 97s. You hire this tutor and you get not only that but a mentor and role model. Consider Lt. Colonel Rivera as a instructor if you're serious about your immediate and continued success in academics, life, and career choice.
+ Read MoreLeonardo is very patient and professional. If you would like to learn to speak Spsnish, I highly recommend him.
He is very knowledgeable in any subject area! Not only has me helped with the ASVAB but he gave me great advice in regards to the military. Highly recommend as a tutor!
Leo is a great tutor. He has helped me to understand my math problems much faster than my teachers could. I defiantly recommend giving him the chance to be your tutor.