Meet the Director
¡Hola y bienvenidos!
I'm Jessica Klascius, Founder and Director of Summer of Spanish Aventura.
As a lifelong language lover and experienced Spanish educator, I’ve spent the past decade helping children and teens build confidence, joy, and fluency in Spanish through meaningful, engaging learning experiences.
My Language Roots
I was raised in a bilingual world—growing up in a Spanish-English Dual Immersion Program from kindergarten through 8th grade, where I learned to read, write, and speak in both languages every day. That early exposure sparked a lifelong passion for Spanish language and culture.
I later earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Spanish from the University of Southern California (USC), and studied abroad multiple times in both Spain and Latin America, deepening my linguistic and cultural fluency.
Teaching Experience
For almost 10 years, I’ve worked as a:
Private Spanish tutor for K–12 students of all levels
Homeschool instructor for bilingual and immersion-track learners
Summer and after-school Spanish teacher for both beginners and heritage speakers
I specialize in creating immersive, creative, and culturally rich lessons that meet kids exactly where they are—whether they're just starting or already speaking Spanish at home.
Why I Created Summer of Spanish Aventura
I launched this program to give families an accessible, fun, and deeply educational Spanish experience—online and on your schedule.
I believe:
All children benefit from learning a second language
Spanish can be learned with joy, play, and purpose
Small groups, engaging themes, and personal connection make all the difference
Summer of Spanish Aventura blends my love of teaching with my passion for helping students build confidence through language. Whether your child is learning Spanish for the first time or already understanding a fair bit, I’m here to guide their journey with warmth, structure, and cultural flair.
Let’s Connect!
I can’t wait to welcome your family and help your child begin (or continue!) their Spanish adventure. Feel free to reach out anytime with questions, placement help, or to say ¡hola!
With gratitude,
Jessica Klascius
Founder & Director
info@summerofspanishaventura.com
Fun Facts about Jessica
Favorite Spanish Author: Isabel Allende
Countries I lived in: Mexico, Spain, Brazil
Loves magical realism and language-learning podcasts
Always finds a way to bring fun into class
Obsessed with café con oatmilk