Italian Language and Culture with a Certified Native Italian Teacher

From 41.52 C$ /h

Italian is more than just a language—it’s a window into a rich history, vibrant culture, and unique way of life. Whether you’re planning to travel, connect with family roots, or simply explore a new passion, this course will guide you step by step into the beauty of Italian communication.

I’ve designed this class as a practical and interactive approach to Italian language learning, with a special focus on culture. You’ll not only practice grammar, vocabulary, and conversation, but also discover Italian traditions, food, art, and everyday expressions that bring the language to life.

You’ll learn how to introduce yourself and hold simple conversations, improve pronunciation, understand common phrases, and gradually build the confidence to speak in real situations. Along the way, cultural insights will help you experience Italy as if you were already there.

This course is for beginners as well as those who wish to strengthen their skills while immersing themselves in Italian lifestyle and culture.

Location

Online from Italy

About Me

Ciao! I’m Alberica, a certified CEDILS Italian teacher from Northern Italy with over five years of experience teaching students of all ages—both in person and online. I’m passionate about languages and helping others discover the beauty of Italian in a natural, enjoyable way.

My teaching style is student-centered and flexible: I tailor each lesson to your goals, interests, and pace. From day one, I encourage real-life conversation while integrating grammar and vocabulary organically. Lessons are dynamic and interactive, with role plays, situational dialogues, and structured reading, listening, and writing activities to keep you motivated and confident.

I love using multimedia resources—songs, short videos, articles, and games—to make learning fun and authentic. You’ll learn in a relaxed and welcoming environment, where I provide continuous feedback to help you track your progress and celebrate your success.

Learning Italian opens doors to new cultures, experiences, and opportunities. Let’s make your learning journey exciting and effective together!

When I’m not teaching, I enjoy traveling, reading, going to the theatre or cinema, dancing flamenco, and practicing tai chi. I’m currently studying Greek and Arabic, so I understand firsthand the joy and challenges of learning a new language.

Education

- Master’s Degree in Comparative and Postcolonial Literatures – specialization in English and Spanish - Università Alma Mater Studiorum di Bologna, Italy

- Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Languages - Università di Parma, Italy

- CEDILS Certification (Certification in Teaching Italian as a Foreign Language) - Università Ca' Foscari di Venezia, Italy

Experience / Qualifications

- Over 5 years of experience teaching Italian to teenagers and adults, both individually and in small groups, both in person and online

- Experience teaching in private language schools and corporate settings (Oil & Gas, energy, and pharmaceutical sectors)

- Preparation for Italian language certifications (PLIDA, CELI and CILS) for academic and professional purposes

- Courses designed for specific purposes, such as music and opera Italian

Age

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

Skills

Italian

School

Italian for adults

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Official Italian Certification Preparation with a Certified Native Italian Teacher

58.13 C$ /h

Preparing for an official Italian certification such as PLIDA, CELI, or CILS requires a focused and structured approach. This course is designed to help you master the specific skills and strategies needed to succeed at every level, from A1 to C2.

We will work on all four exam areas—listening, reading, writing, and speaking—using past papers, sample exercises, and personalized practice. You’ll learn effective techniques to manage time during the exam, avoid common mistakes, and present your answers clearly and confidently.

Special attention will be given to grammar review, vocabulary building, and oral fluency, ensuring that you not only pass but also feel comfortable and natural when using Italian in real contexts.

Whether your goal is academic, professional, or personal, this course will give you the preparation and confidence you need to achieve the certification you are aiming for.

Italian Language and Literature for High School Tests and University Exams with a Certified Native Italian Teacher

48.17 C$ /h

Italian language and literature exams can feel challenging, but with the right guidance, you can approach them with confidence and clarity. This course is designed specifically for school and university students who want to strengthen their skills and succeed in written and oral exams.

We will focus on the key areas needed for exam success: grammar and syntax review, essay writing techniques, text analysis, and structured approaches to literary commentary. Special attention will be given to improving vocabulary, style, and accuracy, so that your ideas can be expressed clearly and effectively.

In literature, you’ll learn how to interpret and discuss texts from major Italian authors, understand historical and cultural contexts, and develop critical thinking skills that are essential for exams.

Each lesson is tailored to your individual needs, whether you are preparing for a high school test, a university midterm, or a final exam. Step by step, you’ll build confidence and strategies to perform at your best.

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.

Alessio

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I've been teaching Italian for over 5 years, armed with a Double Degree in Languages, plus not one, but two Masters in teaching Italian! 🎓 🇮🇹 And here's the ciliegina sulla torta: I just kicked off a BSc in International Communication.

Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure through the enchanting world of Italy, Italians, and gestures? :-)

We begin by assessing your level, goals, and needs. Together, we craft a personalized plan, ensuring that your learning experience is tailored, efficient, and effective. The classes are tailored to suit your individual level, needs, and goals. Depending on you, we will use textbooks, online tools, or articles among others.

My approach encompasses various aspects such as conversation, vocabulary, grammar, Italian culture, or test preparation.

Book our class now!

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 !!

Paola

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Hi, I'm Paola and I'm a graduate in Italian Literature and I also have a master's degree in Teaching Italian to Foreigners.
During the university period I gave private lessons to erasmus students in Italy and now I give individual Italian lessons in Amsterdam and online.
I use a book that I integrate with different materials. Conversation is very important, but so is listening and understanding a text.
The price for 2 people is higher of course, so send mj a message for more information.

A presto!

Silvia

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If you wish to brush up your Italian, resume a past series of lessons, or simply start from scratch learning Italian, this is the right lesson for you! I like to personalize each class/course according to the needs and goals of my students. My classes are focused on improving the student's communication skills. At beginner and lower intermediate levels, I prefer using a text book/ student book in the first part of the class. I usually use "Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano" and "Arrivederci" by Edilingua, or "Nuovo Espresso" and "Dieci" by Alma Publishing. For the second part of the lesson, I create engaging contents using original videos, press articles, extracts from blogs and social media, literary texts. If the students do not feel comfortable using Italian from scratch, I can switch to English, German, or Dutch. The course fee includes the correction of home assignments.

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.

Valérie

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I offer Italian lessons for adults using a specific, very lively and effective method that will allow you to understand, read books in Italian, watch films in the original version and above all to express yourself quickly, with a solid grammatical foundation, in everyday life, but also to have rich conversations with your interlocutors.
Possibility of face-to-face or video lessons, at your convenience, knowing that my video lessons are just as interactive and lively as in person.

Gigi

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Ciao! I'm here to help you learn and enjoy Italian! 🇮🇹

Italian is a beautiful and expressive language, perfect for travel, culture, music, food—and connecting with people around the world. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve, I’m here to guide you on your Italian journey.

I offer personalized lessons for all ages and levels:

🧒 Children: Help with homework, basic grammar, pronunciation, and school support
🧑‍🎓 Teens & Adults: Improve grammar, expand vocabulary, and build confidence in speaking through practical conversation and engaging topics
If you're a beginner, we’ll start with the basics—useful words and phrases, sentence structure, and pronunciation—so you can understand and use Italian from the start.

If you already speak some Italian, we’ll focus on conversation, fluency, and grammar practice tailored to your interests and goals—whether it’s preparing for a trip to Italy, passing an exam, or simply enjoying the language more confidently.

Let’s make learning Italian fun, engaging, and effective. I can't wait to meet you and help you reach your language goals!

My name is Lucía, and I have a degree in Modern Languages, Culture, and Communication. I lived and traveled in Italy for several years and I work as a language and art teacher.

I offer Italian conversation classes for people who already have some background knowledge and want to speak more fluently, enjoyably, and confidently.

The conversation arises from live materials and the student's area of interest:
✅Images, painting and art
✅Excerpts from literature
✅Italian music and cinema
✅Culture, travel and daily life
✅Topics of personal interest

The approach is organic, relaxed, and personalized:
✅Vocabulary in context
✅ Pronunciation work
✅Seeking naturalness and expressiveness when speaking
✅Helpful corrections

Ideal for:
✅Levels A2–C1
✅Lovers of art and culture.
✅For anyone who wants to learn without stress, but combining rigor with enjoyment and Italian culture.

Shall we begin? 😄

Lidia

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Do you want to learn Italian starting from scratch? Do you need to improve your knowledge and have a good-quality conversation? Do you need someone who can finally teach you the differences between "congiuntivo" and "condizionale"? Or you are maybe planning a trip to Italy, and you are in search of someone who can help you deal with daily situations?
In any case, you are welcome to my classes!

Ciao! My name is Francesca, and I am a native Italian speaker with several years of experience teaching teenagers and adults. Whether you are learning Italian for travel, work, studies, or simply for pleasure, I can help you speak confidently and naturally.

Being a mother-tongue Italian means you will not only learn correct grammar, but also real, everyday Italian—the kind people actually use in conversations, movies, and daily life. I focus on pronunciation, fluency, and understanding how the language truly works, not just memorizing rules.

I have experience tutoring:
- Teenagers, supporting school programs and exams
- Adults, from beginners to advanced learners, including conversation and professional Italian

My lessons are always personalized. I adapt to your level, your goals, and your learning style. Some students want to speak for travel, others for work or relocation, and others simply for the joy of learning a beautiful language—and I build each lesson around that.

Tanja

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I grew up abroad, studied in English, and have always worked in English-speaking environments. Over the years, I've led teams, coached individuals, and offered private sessions on various topics — including conversational English.

In schools, there's often a strong focus on grammar, which is important, but not enough time is spent just talking. To really improve a language, you need space to speak, make mistakes, and have fun — and that's exactly what I offer.

I can teach in English or Italian, and the sessions are relaxed, empathetic, and fully tailored to you. We can chat about everyday life, hobbies, travel, work — anything you like — and do exercises, reading, listening, or vocabulary practice if you want.

One of my favorite moments was working with my 12- and 13-year-old niece and nephew in Italy. They started off a little shy, but over time their confidence and English improved so much that when we traveled to the US last year, we could all converse easily and have fun with it.

The sessions are fun, stress-free, and flexible — your pace, your topics, your learning. Let's practice together and enjoy the journey to more confident English (or Italian!) conversation.