Our Teachers
Our dedicated native teachers bring years of experience, patience, and passion to every lesson. Deeply rooted in the local community of San José, they don't just teach Spanish—they share the rich history, culture, and traditions of Petén to create a welcoming and personalized learning experience.
Explore their cards below to meet the team!
Angélica Isabel Tesucún Chayax
SPANISH TEACHERAngélica has been teaching at the Bio Itzá Spanish School for two years. She is also involved in the medicinal plants program and youth group, and serves as Secretary of the Association’s Board of Directors.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Maya Itzá
Gema Sucely Zac Cohuoj
BILINGUAL INTERCULTURAL TEACHERGema has been teaching at Bio Itzá for one year and is currently studying Pedagogy. She has a strong connection to Itzá culture and enjoys traditional foods, crafts, and weaving.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Maya Itzá
Jeiner Gustavo Cortez Tesucún
TEACHERJeiner has been teaching at Bio Itzá for eight months and holds a degree in Secondary Education. Born and raised in San José, he enjoys swimming, reading, hiking, exercise, and learning about the history of his community.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Maybelin Pricila Gutiérrez Zac
TEACHERMaybelin has been part of the Bio Itzá teaching team for one year and is studying Law. She enjoys playing the saxophone and values the peaceful atmosphere, traditions, and cultural heritage of San José.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Onelda Helizabeth Cohuoj Zac
SPANISH TEACHERWith 13 years of teaching experience, she enjoys teaching Spanish and sharing creative activities with her students. She is passionate about traditional handicrafts and natural cosmetics, and especially enjoys seeing her students begin to use Spanish and practice verb conjugations with confidence.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Maya Itzá
Susan Orquídea Zac Cohuoj
BILINGUAL INTERCULTURAL TEACHERSusan has been teaching at Bio Itzá for one year and is currently studying Pedagogy. She is passionate about the traditions, celebrations, cuisine, and cultural heritage of her hometown of San José.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Maya Itzá
TERESITA AURORA TESUCÚN SUNTECÚN
SPANISH TEACHERTeresita has been teaching Spanish at Bio Itzá for one year and is currently studying Land Administration. She is passionate about environmental conservation and deeply values the cultural heritage, traditions, and ancestral knowledge of the Maya people.
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Correo electrónico:
info@bio-itza.com
DIRECCIÓN: SAN JOSÉ, PETÉN
Asociación: +502 7933 5811
Spanish School: +502 5120 6870
