Meet your Spanish Teachers
Brandon J. Scutt, M.A., Founder and Lead Instructor
Brandon Scutt, known by his students as Señor Scutt, is the visionary behind Naturalengua. Señor Scutt has over 15 years of expertise as a credentialed Spanish educator to students of all ages. Since 2008, he has taught high school and college Spanish, including AP Spanish and Spanish for Spanish Speakers, guiding learners to fluency and cultural appreciation. Holding a California Teaching Credential and a Master’s degree in Spanish, Señor Scutt blends academic excellence with a dynamic teaching approach.
As a young foreign exchange student in Mexico and Central America, Señor Scutt achieved native-like fluency, igniting a passion for Spanish-speaking cultures. This inspires his engaging, story-based lessons emphasizing comprehensible input through storytelling, games, and cultural exploration. An avid traveler, Señor Scutt explores Spanish-speaking countries in his free time, enriching classes with authentic insights.
Mariana Muñoz Marín, B.A., Spanish Instructor
Mariana is a vibrant educator at Naturalengua, bringing her native fluency and cultural expertise from Medellín, Colombia to inspire students worldwide. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and extensive experience working with diverse populations in her hometown, Mariana deeply understands how to connect with learners of all backgrounds. Her authentic Colombian perspective enriches every class, making Spanish come alive.
As a native Spanish speaker, Mariana teaches with unparalleled fluency, using comprehensible input and storytelling to create engaging, accessible lessons. Drawing on the Voces Digital curriculum, she weaves captivating stories and interactive activities that spark a love for Spanish and Colombian culture in kids, teens and adults. Passionate about sharing her heritage, Mariana infuses classes with the vibrant traditions of Medellín.