Brazilian Portuguese: Academic Expertise (UFRJ) & Pluralistic Cultural Immersion

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Learning a language means opening yourself up to new ways of being, living and interpreting the world around us.

With a degree in Portuguese and Literature from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), I offer support that goes far beyond simple grammar. My approach is rooted in creating a space for pluralistic dialogue, where your interests and worldview enrich each session.

I envision our sessions as an environment of exchange and freedom. Here, you are invited to express yourself with complete confidence, respecting your own pace and process of discovery. My role is to guide you through the organic logic of Brazilian Portuguese, using creative resources—exclusive visual aids, contemporary narratives, and interactive dynamics—that reflect the diversity and depth of real Brazil.

Together, we explore the nuances of Brazilian culture and literature in authentic contexts. I offer you a gateway to a vibrant culture and a new way of experiencing the language.

Ready to embark on this journey? Contact me for an initial meeting.

Extra information

Personalization: Following our initial discussion, I prepare exclusive materials (visuals, literary texts, press articles) that correspond to your objectives and your vision of the world.

Flexibility & Pace: The content is flexible. If you need more time on a concept or if a cultural topic particularly interests you, we'll adapt the session. Your comfort is my priority.

Resources: After each session, you will receive a summary of the points covered and additional resources to feed your curiosity between our meetings.

Support languages: If necessary, we can use French or English to clarify complex nuances, thus facilitating your progress.

Location

Online from Luxembourg

About Me

Graduated in Linguistics and Literature from UFRJ, my journey is dedicated to exploring language as a tool for human connection. I enhanced my expertise through an academic internship in Languages and Translation at Université Lumière Lyon 2 (France), and I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Literary Studies at the Federal Fluminense University (UFF).

These experiences, combined with my participation in international symposiums and work in bilingual schools, have provided me with the tools to offer a sophisticated yet dynamic approach. To me, teaching is about creating a pluralistic space for the exchange of ideas. I aim to guide you through the language while respecting your own pace. I invite you to a fluid and authentic immersion, where each session is an opportunity for mutual growth.

Education

– Master's degree in Literary Studies at the Federal Fluminense University (2024-2026).

– Degree in Portuguese and Literature from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (2023).

– University exchange at Lumière University Lyon 2 (2020).

Experience / Qualifications

Literary Mediator | SESC Copacabana (2024): Facilitating reading groups and literary analysis through Brazilian narratives.

International Grantee | 10th Brazil-Germany Symposium (2022): Partnership with the University of Tübingen (Germany). Academic text revision and strategic communication.

Bilingual Teaching Assistant | Canadian School of Niterói (2020-2021): Working in a 100% English immersion environment within an international curriculum.

Portuguese (PFL) Teacher | Business Idiomas (2023): Tailored lessons for English and French speakers using a comparative linguistic approach.

Assessment Analyst | Niterói Evaluation Center (2022): Designing and grading unified exams for the local educational system.

Private Tutor (2022 - Present): Personalized mentorship in Portuguese Language, Literature, and Writing.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

French

Portuguese

English

Skills

Portuguese

Portuguese for adults

School

Literature

Vocabulary

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

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Sun

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04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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