Equipo docente | Acarfax

Our teaching team consists entirely of university lecturers specialising in the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language (ELE). Their extensive and proven experience in teaching Spanish to students from diverse backgrounds and at various levels enables them to adapt their teaching methods to your specific needs. We have an academic coordinator who, in addition to being an ELE teacher with extensive experience, is responsible for supervising the quality of teaching, ensuring methodological consistency across all levels, and facilitating the ongoing professional development of our teaching staff. In this way, we ensure that Acarfax’s educational programme remains at the forefront of Spanish language teaching.

Beyond their qualifications, our team shares a genuine passion for the language and teaching. They not only impart knowledge, but also motivate, guide and support you every step of the way in your learning journey. This commitment translates into a dynamic and effective learning environment, with a communicative approach that will enable you to achieve your language goals quickly and confidently.

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Carmen Jiménez Gutiérrez

Director and Manager

Carmen Jiménez Gutiérrez is the strategic mind behind the management of Acarfax. As director, she leads the language school, bringing over six years of experience dedicated to excellence in Spanish language teaching. Her leadership encompasses the overall organisation of the centre, the strategic planning of the course programme, and the coordination of all educational services.

Although her core expertise lies in management, Carmen has a solid foundation in language skills, holding certificates in English and French, which are essential for running an international language school.

Furthermore, her university education in health sciences, with a degree in Nursing and a specialisation in obstetrics and gynaecology, has provided her with invaluable skills in organisation, rigour and care, which she now applies to academic management. Her experience and vision ensure that Acarfax not only meets its educational objectives but also maintains an environment of excellence and constant growth.

Rocío Espinilla Gallardo

Academic Coordinator

Rocío Espinilla Gallardo is responsible for academic coordination, and her role is to ensure that our methodology and programmes meet the highest international standards. Her expertise stems from her Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature and her specialised training through the Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics for the Teaching of Spanish as a Foreign Language from the University of Jaén, which, together with her Certificate of Teaching Competence, validates her ability to design effective learning experiences.

Rocío has extensive additional training, notably including a course on methodology for foreign learners and a course on the application of the Cervantes Institute’s curriculum, ensuring that all our materials and programmes meet the highest quality standards. Furthermore, her experience is reinforced by advanced training in trainer development, online assessment and technology management.

A native Spanish speaker with a high level of English, Rocío has accumulated over seven years of valuable professional experience, not only teaching but also in leadership roles such as head of studies at other institutions and at Acarfax. Her particular skill lies in taking complex linguistic concepts and transforming them into accessible and motivating teaching techniques for students.

Virginia Hernández Membrilla

Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) Teacher

Virginia Hernández Membrilla plays a key role in ensuring the high educational standards at Acarfax as a Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) teacher. She possesses a deep understanding of intercultural communication thanks to her university education, having graduated in Translation and Interpreting from the University of Granada, and her subsequent specialisation with a Master’s degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from the Pablo de Olavide University in Seville and a Master’s degree in Teacher Training. Furthermore, she is officially qualified through the SIELE Trainer Course, ensuring excellence in preparation for official certifications. Virginia is a native speaker of Spanish and has a high level of proficiency in English and French, enabling her to connect with and support students from diverse backgrounds.

Her professional career at our centre dates back to 2017. Since then, she has taught intensive ELE courses and has been a leading figure in the preparation for DELE and SIELE exams. Her personal strengths lie in her extensive knowledge of high-quality teaching techniques and assessment methods, skills that led her to take on a crucial role as the centre’s academic coordinator until 2024. Her commitment to academic management ensures the consistency and quality of all our training programmes.

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María J. Gutiérrez Sanjuan

Founding Partner and Head of Administration

María J. Gutiérrez Sanjuan brings the vision and the creative, decisive spirit with which the academy was founded. Her professional background gives her a unique and exceptional perspective on management, as she holds a degree in Medicine with a specialisation in Occupational Medicine, a background she brings to the institution in terms of rigour, organisation and a focus on well-being.

As a founding partner, her role currently centres on strategic advice, guiding the institution’s key decisions with a particular sensitivity and passion for the international environment. Furthermore, her native command of Spanish is complemented by an excellent command of French and a moderate command of English, which strengthens the academy’s connection with students from diverse backgrounds. She is currently responsible for the administrative management of the centre.

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