ITALIAN LESSONS — All levels, in Florence or online | 10+ years of experience | DITALS certified

From 47.23 C$ /h

Hello!

I’m an Italian native speaker and a language teacher, interpreter, and translator with more than 10 years of experience.

I hold the DITALS certification for teaching Italian to foreigners and I have worked for language schools, cultural centers, and companies, both in group and one-to-one courses.

My lessons are personalized, based on each student’s goals, pace and interests. I use a wide variety of teaching materials (texts, videos, authentic content) to make learning engaging and effective.

Contact me to discuss your goals & schedule

Location

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At student's location :

Around Florence, Italy

At teacher's location :

Capelli e Manie, 50126 Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Online from Italy

About Me

My name is Elisa, I’m from Florence, I’ve been teaching languages for over ten years in cultural centers, schools, and companies.
I teach Italian as a foreign language and Modern Standard Arabic (fuṣḥā) to students of all levels. I also speak English and French, and I’m improving my Spanish.
I adapt my teaching methods and materials to the different levels and needs of each student.
I hold the DITALS certification for teaching Italian as a foreign language.

Education

- Master’s Degree in Cultural Anthropology, University of Bologna
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arabic Language and Literature, L’Orientale University of Naples
- DITALS Certification (University for Foreigners of Siena) for teaching Italian as a foreign language
- Advanced studies and language training in Syria, Lebanon, and Tunisia

Experience / Qualifications

- Over 10 years of experience teaching Italian and Arabic to students of all levels.
- Work experience as language teacher, interpreter, translator, intercultural mediator, social worker.
- Preparation for university exams in Arabic language and literature

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Arabic

French

Spanish

Skills

Italian

Italian for adults

School

Culture

Anthropology

Availability of a typical week

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Gemma

5.0

(16)

Do you love Italian people, history, and food and you would like to speak the language?
I am a CEDILS-certified Italian teacher born and raised in Florence, and I've also been a language student myself for a long time! If you want to be able to interact with Italians quickly, I can give you some tips about correct pronunciation, fundamental grammar, and vocabulary, but also Italian art and popular culture, which I think is fundamental to understanding the mentality and the country that you are going to interact with.
Lessons will be tailored according to the student's needs, level, and mother language and focused on the conversation.

I am also available to proofread your writings.

Annalisa

5.0

(16)

I am a language graduate and I have been giving language classes to young people and adults for a year now. My native language is Italian and I am fluent in English (C2) and Spanish (with a C1 level) and intermediate in French (B2 level). My goal is for students to get confident in the language they study, for them to use all of their abilities and get better each day. My classes change from student to student depending on their goals and ambition, but I usually prepare exercises to do together or as homework.

Luca

5.0

(16)

Italian classes for everybody, according to level, target, interests, personality. We can use music, touristic guides, songs, novels, newspapers or whatever, according to what the student prefer. IT will be also an ocasione to meet Italian culture: something about life style, actitud, state organization or - why not - has to make a very napolitan coffee!

Italiana

5.0

(16)

Who am I?

I am a highly qualified teacher with several years of experience in teaching Italian to foreign students.

I organize courses for children, courses for individuals over 60, and preparation courses for Italian language exams.

I also offer seminars, webinars, and fun activities such as role-playing games and escape rooms to learn Italian while having fun.

**My education and studies**

I hold two degrees and a master’s degree.

My first degree is in Italian Studies, focusing on Theory, Criticism, and Methodology, with a specific path for teaching Italian to foreigners. My second degree is in Modern Philology. I also completed a Master’s in Contemporary Art and Curatorial Practices at the Luiss Business School in Rome.

**What did I do before teaching?**

Before dedicating myself to teaching, which I consider the best job in the world, I worked in the fields of fashion and contemporary art. After obtaining my master's degree, I worked as a curator of contemporary art and fashion exhibitions in important museums in Rome. I also collaborated with film festivals, particularly promoting Italian cinema abroad.

**My teaching philosophy**

I aim to provide my students with all my multidisciplinary knowledge and creativity to offer Italian lessons that include careful grammatical analysis. Beware of those who claim that Italian can be learned without studying grammar: grammar is essential for fully understanding the language system and enables students to become independent right away. Learning grammar is fun and makes learning long-lasting.

My lessons do not only focus on the Italian language, but also include insights into Italian culture, from cinema to fashion, from art to design. I also periodically organize meetings with famous Italian artists, including figures from the world of street art.

Join me for a unique learning experience that will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the Italian language and culture!

I currently teach in three Schools for Foreigners and have experience with students of all levels and all ages, including children ;)

With me, you can also prepare for the state exams to obtain citizenship.
Are you interested in Italian culture beyond the language?
Do you love cinema and want to learn more about the great visionary Italian directors?
Are you passionate about art and want to know more about the Medici, the Renaissance, and contemporary Italian art, and explore icons of Italian design?

Then this course is perfect for you. I offer grammar and conversation lessons enriched with seminars on the Italian cultural scene, role-playing games, and interactive activities.

All teaching materials will be provided by me!

Regardless of your age or level, we’ll achieve great things together! :)

Molka

5.0

(16)

This comprehensive Italian course is designed for learners of all levels from absolute beginners to advanced speakers who want to improve their Italian for travel, studies, work, or personal enrichment.
You’ll start with essential grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, then move on to more complex structures, conversational fluency, and cultural nuances. Whether you're learning how to introduce yourself or how to debate current issues in Italian, this course adapts to your level and helps you progress confidently.
Interactive lessons, real-life dialogues, listening and speaking exercises, and personalized feedback will ensure you develop all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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