Spanish Learner
Mercor • Remote
Education
Bachelor's
Type
Hourly
Pay Rate
$30–$37/hr
Listed
35d ago
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About the Role
Mercor is partnering with a leading language-learning platform to recruit Spanish learners for a short-term project involving recorded, one-on-one Spanish learning sessions. Learners will participate in genuine Spanish lessons with experienced tutors across different proficiency levels. The goal is to capture natural, high-quality interactions that reflect authentic language-learning experiences.
What You'll Do
Participate actively in one-on-one Spanish learning sessions with experienced tutors.
Engage in natural, substantive conversations in Spanish based on assigned topics and lesson structures.
Follow the tutor's instructions and participate in speaking, listening, and conversational exercises.
Ask and respond to questions naturally throughout each session.
Adapt to different lesson formats, topics, and conversational prompts.
Maintain focus throughout the session and avoid extended periods of silence or off-topic conversation.
Participate consistently in scheduled recorded sessions.
Provide an authentic representation of the Spanish-learning experience through natural conversation.
Sessions must run for at least 20 minutes and will generally last 20–30 minutes.
Who Should Apply
Individuals actively learning Spanish with a strong interest in developing their conversational skills.
Native English speaker with strong verbal communication skills.
Bachelor's degree or higher.
At least one year of Spanish-learning experience through formal education, tutoring, self-study, or other structured learning.
Familiarity with basic to intermediate Spanish vocabulary and grammar.
Ability and willingness to participate in spoken Spanish conversations.
Comfortable interacting with tutors and responding to questions in real time.
Reliable availability and a strong record of punctuality.
Comfort participating in recorded online sessions.
Ability to follow lesson structures and project instructions consistently.
Learners from diverse educational, professional, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Project Details
Duration: Approximately three weeks
Commitment: Approximately seven hours per week
Session Length: Approximately 20–30 minutes per session
Language: Spanish and English
Recording: Sessions will be recorded for project purposes
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
How long hiring takes
Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.
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Looking at Mercor Languages listings we've tracked, contracts in this domain typically run about 23.5 weeks. Actual length varies by project, but this gives you a realistic baseline going in.
Based on 64 extracted Mercor Languages listings.
Eligible Languages
Fluent proficiency in English or Spanish
Why this role
This Spanish Learner role is fully remote and pays $30–$37/hr, a solid way into Languages work without needing to live near an office or relocate for it.
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Does it cost money to apply to Mercor?
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Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?
Mercor places you with one client for a defined engagement, like 'Python Tutor for 3 months', rather than having you grab small tasks from a shared queue. Most roles function as steady contract work, not one-off gigs.
What does task-based AI training work look like?
Practical, hands-on data work: recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. Tasks are designed to be short and distinct, typically 5 to 60 minutes each.
What does asynchronous AI training work mean in practice?
No set hours, no check-ins, no meetings. You log in when you want, pick up an available task, complete it, and submit; nobody is waiting on you in real time. That's different from remote employment, where you're expected online during business hours. The tradeoff: you're competing with others for available tasks, so an empty queue means there's simply nothing to do until more work is released.
What does Languages work look like for a Spanish Learner?
Tasks here are scoped to Languages, not generic labeling. As a Spanish Learner, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Languages) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Languages background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
English and Spanish are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $30–$37/hr, an hourly rate. The range reflects experience level and negotiated terms, not a placeholder, so where you land in it depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.
Do I need to be fluent in English or Spanish?
Yes. This role specifically requires English or Spanish proficiency, on top of the English most AI training work assumes by default. If English is not a language you're fluent in, this is not the right role. Filter for your native language to find better-matched listings.
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How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?
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