Italian for everybody: from simple learning to talk to complicated difficult grammar rules

From 57 C$ /h

Hello, I am passionate about Italy and the Italian language and would love to pass this on to you. May be you just want to be able to order your cappuccino at the bar or your food in the restaurant. Or maybe you never got to know how you use the 'congiuntivo'? I am happy to teach you at the level you want and how you want! I have over 10 years of experience to teach Italian as a second language. A presto spero! Ciao, Pauline

Location

Online from Sweden

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

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Dutch

French

Swedish

Skills

Italian

Italian for adults

School

Dutch

Dutch for adults

School

Swedish

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Italian course for all levels by experienced teacher who speaks also Dutch, French, English, German and Swedish.

57 C$ /h

Ciao! Salve! I am Dutch, lived in Rome for more than 30 years and now I live in a small village in Sweden. I love Italy, its culture and language, and this resulted in a Master in Italian (and a Bachelor in French). Before I moved to Sweden I travelled with my former husband throughout the world. We lived in Australia, USA and in Europe speaking all their different languages. So, languages are a kind of “my thing”.
With me you can learn Italian at all levels; from your first approach to the most advanced. I like to give you tailor-fit lessons, which I will prepare in advance. Afterwards I will give you direct personal feed-back like transcripts of our conversation which could be of help for your further learning. I care mostly about speaking and learning the Italian culture, but also about right grammar use and vocabulary.
I’m looking forward to teaching you Italian and with the help of my patience and encouragements I’m confident you will enjoy it and learn a lot.

Emma

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- I'm a professional Italian teacher from Italy, now living between Pisa and Rome. I have 10 years of teaching experience. I am very patient and I love to make a relaxed and friendly class environment. I have qualifications and experience teaching at different levels and in different contexts. I can help the student to improve the oral, written, and comprehension skills. Most important is that each course is based on the needs, interests, and availability of the student. I can offer students private accommodation in Pisa, a comfortable private apartment in the historic center of the city, a short walk from my home.

- The method is mainly what is called communicative, aimed at stimulating the student to speak immediately and putting the focus on the functional aspect of the language. For beginners, I usually follow a specific program, I prepare a course, and for each lesson, I send students the files that I scan from the various books. Also, the lessons can be essentially developed as conversations on specific subjects.

Sebastian

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Hej! I'm Sebastian, a native Swedish speaker and experienced language coach with 7+ years of teaching experience and a background in learning 6 languages myself. I've designed a unique programme to help expats go from beginner to confident speaker—without wasting time on ineffective methods.

✅ What You Get in the Swedish Mastery Programme
✔ 30 Hours of Live Small-Group Classes (Max 6 Students)
->Based on the Rivstart A1–B2 curriculum
->2x/week (2-hour sessions) – Lots of speaking time & direct feedback
->Class recordings + summaries + vocab lists after every session

✔ Personalized Study Plan + Accountability System
->Weekly check-ins
->Custom study plan adapted to your (busy) life
->Optional daily check-ins
->Optional paired with an accountability buddy (class mate)

✔ 360° Swedish Learning Environment – Engage with Swedish Every Day of the Week
->Access to WhatsApp student community where you talk with your class mates, share funny Swedish videos, songs, or ask questions
->24/7 access to me via WhatsApp for questions & support
->Group speaking/writing triggers, role-plays, pronunciation correction

✔ Listening & Immersion Support
->Listening comprehension training during classes
->On-demand materials for continued training outside of class
->Swedish media discovery guide - find materials related to your interests on your own
->Secret tip: Tools and plug-ins so that you can learn Swedish while watching YouTube and Netflix

✔ Progress Tracking
->Regular assessments, mini quizzes, and feedback - What gets measured gets managed!

💰 Price & Guarantee
✅ One Level (e.g. A1.1): 30h over 7.5 weeks – includes all materials & textbooks
✅ Progress Guarantee – Complete the course and still feel stuck? I’ll coach you for free until you see real results.

📍 Classes are held live via Zoom – join from anywhere.
🎯 Only highly motivated students accepted. Expect to commit ~6–8 hours/week (incl. classes). You’ll be part of a focused, supportive, and ambitious group.

📩 Interested or have questions? Send me a message here on Apprentus and let’s chat!

Looking forward to seeing you in class!
– Sebastian

Valentina

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Ciao! I have been teaching Italian for the past sixteen years, privately and at language schools including La Scuola Italiana del Greenwich Village in New York and ItalCultura, the school of the Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago.

During our first two lessons, I’ll make sure you have the tools to pronounce and recognize all the sounds of Italian. This step is essential, and it makes everything that comes afterwards much easier.

When I teach, I try to avoid all the things I hated as a language student. My terrifying French teacher in middle school made us repeat the same fake dialogue from a really bad textbook ad nauseam, over and over and over again. Some of it is still carved into my brain: “Bonjour, je m’appelle Richard Drapeau, je viens du Canada, je suis Canadien...”

So we won’t do that.

We’ll use real songs and real literature. We’ll have real conversations, tell stories, improvise, and, when possible, go on “talking walks.” I find that when you engage more of your senses, it becomes easier to relax, stay curious, and actually remember new words.

I customize my materials around your interests, needs, and desired pace. If you love cinema, we can work with films. If you’re interested in literature, politics, food, art, history, or simply being able to have a proper conversation when you’re in Italy, that can become part of the class.

And because you’re learning with a native Italian, you’ll also learn about Italian culture, history, habits, gestures, contradictions, and ways of thinking. Language is never just a pile of grammar rules.

I speak several languages myself, so I know both how exciting and how painfully tedious learning one can be. My aim is to give you a strong foundation without draining all the life out of it.

I hold a degree in Lingue e Letterature Straniere (Foreign Languages and Literatures) from Università Roma Tre and a Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Arts and Media from Columbia College Chicago. I wrote my university thesis on translating a long epic poem by W. H. Auden, and at one point I tried to ride a horse across America.

Catharina

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Fully certified TEFL/TESOL

*All classes are one-on-one and tailored to the individual student's needs and requirements. The ultimate goal is that the student thinks in the language not just translates.
*All key aspects of the language will be addressed including cultural aspects/linguistic differences.
* Whether a quick learner or not; it will be fun and comprehensible. There is a goal to achieve and it will be done.
* Whether learning a language to improve your career, for travel or even romantic reasons, help is at hand - just reach out.

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Catherina is without a doubt THE best tutor we know. She is exceptionally committed and is always looking to inspire her students. She has consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty to help our son with his German. She provides excellent study material, engaging homework and follows up to ensure that her students have really grasped the subject matter.

Brian:
Catharina has been teaching our 11 year old daughter for the past few months and we are very impressed with her excellent progress in this short space of time.
Catharina has developed a very good rapport with our daughter and is patient and knowledgeable. Our daughter always looks forward to her next lesson and even hands in her homework on time! We would highly recommend Catharina to anyone who would like to learn a new language.

Afeisha:
Very professional, friendly and informative. I feel like Catharina will help me to reach where I need to. She doesn't just teach from the book, she teaches in a way that will allow you to blend in with ease. I am excited to learn more from her.

Egle:
Great tutor! Catharina adapts lessons to ones needs, gives very clear explanations and most importantly works on the pronunciation of the language. With every lesson she provides lesson material.

Francesca

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👋🏼 Hello! I'm Francesca. Do you want to learn or improve your Italian?
No problem, more than 300 students have studied with me and learned while having fun. I started teaching at 19 thanks to the director of my high school and I have more than 15 years of experience, in Italy and abroad, all over the world thanks to the internet.
I offer online Italian courses for all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced learners, i.e., C2. I always have quality reference books to recommend to students.
My classes are highly personalized and tailored to the specific needs of each student. I guarantee quality because I put a lot of passion and care into everything I do, trying not to overlook the details.

🚀 During the lessons, I will help you learn the basics of general Italian, paying attention to pronunciation and intonation while reading. I am always attentive to the needs of the students and ready to tailor my lessons. My lessons are an investment for the present and the future because they are prepared with passion, a lot of experience, and dedication 🧡.

🌟 If you are a beginner, don't worry because I take great care to make you feel comfortable.

➡️ I work on different levels: conversation on different topics, grammar, reading, writing, dictation and games (role-playing games in which the student can test himself by communicating in a natural and practical way with the teacher, as in real life).
In addition, preparation for official language certificates (CELI, CILS, PLIDA), the Swiss maturity exam, apprenticeship as a commercial employee CFC and tailor-made courses in a certain professional field.
➡️ All levels: A1-C2

Giorgia

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Hello everyone!
I'm Giorgia and I come from Torino, Italy.
I offer my native knowledge of Italian to any of you, who wants to discover this beautiful language.

I teach for all levels, from very beginners to advanced speakers, passing through amateurs or simply curious of any age. I can also help with university exams and school works/assignments.
Being a pianist and a piano teacher, I already have lots of experience with teaching and pedagogical approach with the whole range of ages.

The lesson is intended to meet the student needs: the focus can be on the grammar, conversation or literature. In case of a middle-level speaker, the lesson will cover all four language's abilities: listening, speaking, writing and reading. My suggestion of a well planned lesson is, for any level, to divide it into two parts: grammar first and then conversation (covering all the abilities mentioned above).

Thank you for your attention and looking forward to meeting you !!

Caroline

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We practice together on language in use, grammar and vocabulary, gap texts, structuring exercises, dictation, presentations and argumentation.

Would you like to learn Dutch at a different level (A1 - C1) or are you a native speaker with a specific question, be sure to check out my other lesson "Dutch for non-native speakers and native speakers".

Lara

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Italian is one of the most beautiful language in the whole world; and what’s better than learning it from an Italian girl without having to move from your couch? Absolutely nothing. I’m Lara and I’m a 23 years old student in Paris. I’d love to introduce you to this language via webcam online.
I speak English very fluently as well and I’m also nice and used to be around children, if you need lessons for your younger son or daughter.

Rina

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Florian

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Hello!

I am a teacher in Tokyo. My lessons are particularly suited for those who need to practice their pronunciation and/or their vocabulary.

My classes can also include cultural aspects of the language and Dutch society. They would be ideal to help with orientation before travelling or moving to The Netherlands. If you are interested in the country and its customs, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Royce

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Whether you're learning for travel, work, or personal growth, I’ll guide you step by step.
✅ Beginner to advanced levels
✅ Clear materials you can print or copy
✅ Remote-friendly with flexible scheduling
Let’s make language learning something you look forward to!

Marie

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Moving to Sweden or planning to?

I help expats and language learners learn Swedish in a practical, real-life way. I’ve worked with students of all ages, levels, and learning styles. I can quickly identify knowledge gaps and help students overcome them with practical strategies, clear explanations, and engaging materials.

As a native Swede with 20+ years of teaching experience, I’ll help you:
✅ Speak from your first lessons, quickly and efficiently
✅ Understand how Swedish really works
✅ Learn useful everyday expressions
✅ Gain confidence quickly

💬How do I teach?
My lessons are friendly, structured, and tailored to your needs—whether you're a complete beginner or looking to polish your fluency. Along the way, I’ll also teach you about the Swedish culture, way of thinking, idioms and everything in between.

In short, you will learn:
✅ Swedish culture & mindset
✅ Natural expressions and pronunciation
✅ How people actually speak

🌍What can you expect?
Our first lesson will be all about you - your goals, your challenges, and how you like to learn. Based on that, I’ll build a personalised lesson plan that suits your learning style.

Are you:
✅ An expat living in Sweden?
✅ A complete beginner?
✅ Tired of just learning theory?

Then let’s make learning Swedish something you look forward to!

Book your first lesson and start — or continue — on your language learning journey! And if you have any questions or doubts, don’t hesitate to send me a message; I’ll be more than happy to help!

Censa

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Learn Dutch in a practical and relaxed way!
In my lessons, we combine grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary with everyday situations, so you can immediately practice what you learn.
The lessons are suitable for both beginners and advanced learners who want to improve their Dutch for work, study, or daily use.
I use interactive exercises, short dialogues, and clear examples. Together, we work on your personal learning goals so that you quickly gain more confidence in speaking and writing.
Book a trial lesson and discover how fun and effective learning Dutch can be!

Maria

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Hello! I am a native English and Italian teacher, with more than 25 years of experience in face-to-face and online teaching.

I have worked in academies, universities, and companies in Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands, and I currently teach at the University of Milan. I also prepare students for official exams such as Cambridge and TOEFL.

I offer personalized, dynamic, and fun classes, always well-structured and tailored to your goals. I use a variety of materials and innovative teaching resources so you learn effectively and, above all, with motivation and confidence!

Anastasia

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Learning a new language or progressing in one can be difficult and long... that is why it is key to do it while having fun and being interested 🌟
🌍 As a polyglot speaking English, French, Dutch, Danish and intermediate Spanish - I have first-hand experience with learning new languages.
I am very flexible and want to adapt to your or your child's needs. We can tailor the lessons to your interests (thematic), purpose (talking abilities, professional, becoming fluent), needs (homework or not) and much more.

Feel free to reach out and let's have a free introductory session together to talk expectations, needs and schedule 📆

Hopefully your new teacher,
Anastasia K. :)