About Me

I am excited to be your child’s Spanish teacher this year and look forward to collaborating with your family to ensure a successful academic experience.

I am a native European Portuguese speaker, born in the United States to Portuguese parents. My lifelong exposure to Spanish, due to its shared Latin roots with Portuguese and its origin in the Iberian Peninsula, has deepened my interest in the language. I am actively involved in the Portuguese community in Chino and am a member of the Luso-American Fraternal Federation, which supports cultural and educational initiatives.

My academic background includes studying French in high school and pursuing formal Spanish studies at California State University, San Bernardino. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish with a concentration in Language and Literature in 2002. This academic journey fueled my passion for Spanish and its diverse cultures, which I am eager to share with your child.

Before transitioning to teaching, I gained practical experience using Spanish in the business sector, including roles in a Spanish language department for a major retailer and in the insurance industry. These experiences provided me with valuable insights into the practical applications of Spanish and enhanced my understanding of effective language instruction.

I am committed to offering differentiated instruction tailored to each student’s needs and will incorporate my real-world experiences to emphasize the importance of multilingualism. I encourage consistent practice and memorization, and I appreciate your support in reinforcing these efforts at home to help achieve our goals this year.

¡Muchas Gracias!

Profe Alves