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At Cielito Spanish, I see language learning as far more than vocabulary drills. It opens doors to new cultures, ignites curiosity, and builds meaningful, lifelong connections.
When my family settled into our quiet corner of Oklahoma, I quickly noticed how few enriching activities existed for preschoolers. At the same time, many schools—especially outside big cities—struggle to attract and retain qualified Spanish teachers. That gap inspired me to launch Cielito Spanish: an affordable, play-based Spanish enrichment program designed specifically for early childhood classrooms.
My own passion for languages started young. As a homeschooled kindergartener, my mom handed me a Spanish storybook paired with a cassette tape. It instantly became my favorite “subject” and planted the seed for a lifelong love of languages and other cultures. That early joy eventually led me to earn a Master of Arts in Modern Languages from the University of Texas at Arlington and to begin doctoral studies in Spanish Literature and Applied Linguistics at Texas Tech University.
Spending five years living in Peru further shaped my approach. Watching my two oldest children thrive in preschool and kindergarten in Peru, where education centered on creativity, play, and a child’s natural curiosity, left a lasting impression on me.
The heart of Cielito Spanish flows from the Christian invitation to share our time, talent, and treasure:
Cielito Spanish is proudly family owned and family inspired.
- Rachel Gamarra, Founder
(a.k.a. "Profesora Raquel")
At Cielito Spanish, we joyfully introduce young children to the beauty of the Spanish language through play, songs, and stories that honor God’s gift of diverse cultures and tongues. Rooted in Christian values, we partner with families and schools to nurture bilingual hearts, spark curiosity, and help little ones grow in wonder, confidence, and love for God and neighbor.
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