Intro to Italian: Conversation Skills, Vocab, Grammar

From 50 C$ /h

Intro to Italian is a beginner-level course designed for students with little or no prior experience in Italian. The course focuses on building a strong foundation in basic grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, conversational skills, reading, and writing. Students will learn how to introduce themselves, talk about daily activities, and ask and answer simple questions.. Cultural elements—such as Italian customs, food, and everyday expressions—are integrated throughout the course to support real-world communication.

Location

Online from United States

About Me

Hello! I am a current junior at USC and study evolution, ecology, and environment. I am on the pre-med track for orthopedic surgery. I am a competitive powerlifter, basketball player, and swimmer. In my free time, I love to read, scuba dive, and act.

Education

Present - University of Southern California, junior
Boston University - physics
Franklin University Switzerland - italian and political science
Emerson College - creative writing
New York Film Academy - acting for the screen

Experience / Qualifications

ANDE Rapid DNA employee: Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR), microfluidics, biotechnology, biochemistry, scientific writing
Keck School of Medicine employee: Integrative Anatomical and Biomechanics Sciences researcher
Harvard University: Student Health Ambassador

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Skills

Italian

School

Italian for adults

Reading

Writing

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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20-24

College Essay Writing: Personal Statement and Application Essays

56 C$ /h

College Application Essay Writing is a skills-focused course designed to help students develop strong, effective academic essays. The course covers the full writing process, including brainstorming, thesis development, organization, paragraph structure, evidence integration, and revision. Emphasis is placed on clarity, argumentation, and proper academic style. Students will receive guided feedback to strengthen their writing and build confidence in their writing.

Gross Anatomy Overview for Premed Students, Medical Students

50 C$ /h

Gross Anatomy Overview for Pre-Med Students is a foundational course designed to introduce students to the structure and organization of the human body with a clinical perspective. The course covers major organ systems—including musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital systems—with emphasis on anatomical relationships, terminology, and functional relevance. Instruction focuses on understanding structures in 3D, interpreting diagrams and models, and making connections between anatomy and physiology relevant to pre-medical coursework and future clinical training. By the end of the course, students will be able to confidently identify key anatomical structures, explain their functions, and approach anatomy-heavy exams with stronger comprehension and retention.

Justin

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I am a native American English speaking instructor, editor, and journalist from Florida specializing in editing, the drafting of articles, text correction, and proofreading for a wide range of professionals & students across Belgium and Europe.

I have written, ghostwritten, edited, or proofread a variety of articles, academic papers, theses, applications, CVs, and other documents for numerous satisfied academic and professional clients. My main background is primarily political/policy based, with a career writing on Anti-Competition actions and law (for PaRR-Global), but in my career and profession I have dealt with a far-range of subject matters including the Medical, Academic, Financial, Scientific, and Political fields.

My past & present clients have included: professionals from all four major EU institutions, the Belgian government, the UNHCR various NGOs, authors, novelists, journalists, engineers, as well as a variety of other professions in addition to traditional students.

Feel free to send me a message and I'd be happy to give you an informal consultation regarding your publication.

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

Awni

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Native professional Arabic teacher offering Arabic language classes- typical Arabic (Fusha) or middle eastern dialects (Jordanian, Lebanese and gulf).
These classes are INDIVIDUAL and PERSONALIZED according to your demands.
I can help you to learn basics even from Alphabet to conjugation,plus writing and speaking.
My method will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!
All material will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task.

In addition, I can provide support in proofreading and translation.
About me:
I am a highly qualified teacher with a Master's degree in Philology and Literature as well as 13 years of experience.
As I have studied in high ranked European universities and traveled around the world, so I'm able to support you with job interviews and public speech.
Language of teaching can be English,French, Spanish and Arabic.
Classes can be via Skype or zoom.
Thank you for your interest in my profile, أهلاً وسهلاً ومرحباً بكم في صفحتي

Youssef

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Communication is the most versatile and sought-after skill today. Whether it's to succeed in an oral exam, convince during a job interview, lead a professional meeting, or simply overcome shyness and express oneself clearly, speaking is something that can be learned and practiced.

I offer you tailored support to unlock your potential, structure your thinking and give impact to your interventions, both oral and written (in person or online).
The strategic focus of our work:
Ease and Oral Eloquence: In-depth work on non-verbal communication (posture, gaze, gestures) and paraverbal communication (voice management, intonation, rhythm, silences).

Managing stage fright and stress: Breathing and grounding techniques to overcome the fear of public speaking and transform stress into positive energy.

Structuring techniques: Learning impactful argumentative structures. How to capture attention from the first few seconds, maintain audience interest, and conclude with a powerful message.

Written expression techniques: Clarity of style, choice of vocabulary, writing of professional emails, reports or impactful speeches.

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 my time at university, I gave private lessons to Erasmus students in Italy. That experience further strengthened my interest in teaching. For many years, I have been giving individual Italian lessons in Amsterdam and online to students of various levels. Whether you want to learn or improve your Italian, I am happy to help you.
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!

Aseel

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I use modern and interesting ways to attract the child's attention
The verse is repeated with the child until he memorizes it well
There are fun educational games for children
God willing, he will learn to read the Qur'an himself
Saeed will come out of class, God willing
He will love the Holy Quran, God willing
He will enjoy playing it a lot

Dr.

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Hello! I’m Yunus Emre, a Turkish language instructor working with students from many different countries around the world. I offer lessons that focus on speaking skills, supported by structured materials such as books and videos, helping you use the language correctly and naturally.

With more than 4 years of experience, I know that every learner has their own pace and goals. That’s why I tailor each lesson to your specific needs. For beginners, I provide clear and simple explanations; for advanced learners, we focus on fluency, vocabulary development, and improving expression in everyday situations.

We do more than just conversation practice; we also work on reading and listening skills through activities based on books and videos. This helps you strengthen your language ability in real-life contexts and professional environments.

During our lessons, we also talk about Turkish culture, lifestyle, and common expressions, making the learning process more enjoyable and meaningful. I always aim to create a supportive environment that encourages you to speak without fear of making mistakes.

Whether your goal is travel, work, daily communication, or improving your fluency, I would be happy to create a personalized learning plan for you. Together, we can develop your Turkish in a structured and enjoyable way.

I look forward to meeting you in our first lesson!

Cami

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Improve your skills to better manage your written communication: your objectives in terms of written communication may be diverse and the objective of these sessions is precisely to support you in better achieving them. So, how can we send a clear message, be impactful, create a difference and make an impact?

➤ Whether your objective is personal or professional, written communication is an activity based on techniques, tools, a method and know-how, reflecting the author's involvement in his writing.

➤ Relevant and successful written communication must always be effective and efficient, with clear, simple and impactful messages, creating a match between the message received and the message sent. Coherence between form and content.

➤ So, how can you convince and be impactful, challenge and leave an impression, enhance your content, address your interlocutors relevantly and optimize the quality & clarity of your message? It is precisely a question of going through, applying and deploying practical and effective techniques, taking care of both substance and form, all in a professional or personal context. For this, there are very specific techniques.

➤ Thus, mastered, the practical method allows, through a set of modules supporting pragmatic & concrete techniques, to improve one's written communication.

➤ To achieve your objective and overcome the blockages encountered through concrete techniques & a targeted methodology, it is a question of:
✓decode and use practical communication tools from great authors
✓highlight your text and enhance it to arouse interest
✓create consistency between the message sent and the message received
✓adopt effective, simple, fair and engaging language
✓use sentences, phrases and expressions to be precise, simple, effective & engaging
✓write proactively and express/transmit your ideas/message clearly
✓propose a constructive solution to problems, while drawing on your own relational skills
✓enhance your potential for expression and creativity
✓connect your communication objectives (project, institution, values, ideas, demands, etc.) with the form of your expression
✓practical techniques to encourage reader engagement
✓Strengthen the structure of your communication and develop a convincing argument in order to sell your ideas and projects
✓better prepare your message and arguments; anticipating objections and delicate situations; by preparing and structuring an attractive and convincing presentation framework; by adequately managing difficult situations
(...)

➤ In short, each session combines adapted techniques & practical exercises, so that you can put them into practice immediately, and from the first session.

THE TRAINER
➤ With training from Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher trainer has specialized and has worked for more than 18 years in the field, in Europe and North America, in renowned international public and private establishments, regularly speaking in forums and conferences, and also offering personalized INDIVIDUAL support, with pedagogy and careful methodology as the watchwords.

➤ PLACE, TIMETABLE, PRICES
✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Basel-Neuchâtel-Berne-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 2 sessions (*2024 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

Mr.

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I have been teaching online group English classes since COVID times and have 1000s of hours experience. My students learn with stories, poetry, songs and news articles. Classes are daily (M-F) and last 40-50 minutes. The are five different levels for all ages and abilities of English learners.

Amr

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Welcome to Your Journey into the Arabic Language!
Unlock the beauty of the Arabic language and its rich culture with this engaging and comprehensive course, designed specifically for absolute beginners. This course is your gateway to speaking Arabic with confidence and gaining a deeper understanding of the Arab world.
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Who is this course for?
This course is perfect for students with no prior knowledge of the Arabic language. It is designed for anyone interested in learning Arabic for personal, professional, or cultural reasons, whether for travel, business, or connecting with friends and family.
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What will you learn?
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Master the Alphabet: Confidently read, write, and pronounce all the letters of the Arabic alphabet.
• Build a Strong Foundation: Acquire essential vocabulary and understand the basic grammar needed for conversation.
• Hold Everyday Conversations: Learn how to introduce yourself, ask and answer common questions, and talk about daily life topics.
• Gain Cultural Insights: Develop an appreciation for Arab customs and traditions that will help you communicate more effectively and respectfully.
• Speak with Confidence: Improve your listening and speaking skills through interactive and practical exercises in a supportive environment.
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Our Teaching Approach
We believe the best way to learn a new language is through practice and interaction. Our teaching method is:
• Interactive and Fun: We use modern teaching techniques that focus on engaging activities and classroom participation.
• Conversation-Focused: You will be encouraged to start speaking Arabic from day one in a welcoming and encouraging setting.
• Comprehensive: We provide a balanced approach to developing all four key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
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Join us today and begin your exciting adventure into the world of Arabic!

Marie

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With over 20 years of experience teaching languages, 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.

📚 I believe in adapting to each student’s pace while encouraging them to grow.
Whether you're struggling with grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, or conversation, I’ll guide you with patience and a clear plan.

💡 How do I teach?
My teaching style is friendly, structured, and fully tailored to your needs—whether you're a complete beginner or looking to polish your fluency.

🌍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. Let’s make learning languages something you look forward to—I’d love to help you reach your language goals!

✅With my classes, you will be able to:
- Improve your speaking and comprehension of the language
- Learn grammar with clear examples
- Receive personalised classes adapted to your needs and learning pace
- Develop your confidence in the language

You are not alone in your journey; I will be there to guide you every step of the way!

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!

Ammar

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Arabic becomes much easier when speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary are developed as connected skills rather than taught as isolated rules.

I am a native Arabic speaker, PhD-qualified engineer, university professor, researcher, and multidisciplinary tutor with more than 30 years of experience in teaching, training, mentoring, academic work, and personalized learning.

This class is designed for children, teenagers, university students, professionals, heritage learners, and adult learners who want to build a clear and confident command of Arabic. Lessons can be taught in Arabic, English, or French, allowing explanations to be adapted to the learner’s linguistic background and level.

Depending on your objectives, we can focus on one specific pathway or combine several skills into a structured learning program.

BEGINNER ARABIC & STRONG FOUNDATIONS
• Recognizing and writing Arabic letters
• Understanding isolated, initial, medial, and final letter forms
• Joining letters correctly
• Short and long vowels
• Fatḥa, ḍamma, kasra, sukūn, shadda, and tanwīn
• Reading syllables and simple words
• Pronunciation and articulation
• Essential vocabulary
• Building simple sentences
• Introducing yourself and communicating basic needs
• Developing confidence from the first stages of learning

SPEAKING, LISTENING & COMMUNICATION
• Everyday conversation
• Building practical vocabulary
• Asking and answering questions
• Describing people, places, events, and experiences
• Developing sentence fluency
• Listening comprehension
• Pronunciation and intelligibility
• Guided dialogues and role-play
• Expressing opinions and ideas
• Moving from short answers to connected speech
• Formal and informal communication according to need
• Modern Standard Arabic communication
• Levantine conversational Arabic when requested
• Building confidence for real-life interaction

READING & COMPREHENSION
• Accurate decoding of Arabic words
• Reading fully vocalized texts
• Progressing toward partially vocalized and unvocalized texts
• Reading fluency
• Punctuation and phrasing
• Vocabulary from context
• Understanding sentences and paragraphs
• Identifying main ideas and supporting details
• Narrative, descriptive, informational, and academic texts
• Reading strategies for unfamiliar passages
• Summarizing and discussing texts
• Progressive work with increasingly complex materials

WRITING & WRITTEN EXPRESSION
• Correct letter formation and word construction
• Spelling and dictation
• Building accurate sentences
• Connecting ideas coherently
• Writing descriptions and short paragraphs
• Personal and narrative writing
• Writing short stories
• Explanatory and argumentative writing
• Summaries and structured responses
• Academic paragraphs
• Formal written communication
• Editing for clarity, grammar, and coherence
• Developing an increasingly natural written style

GRAMMAR, MORPHOLOGY & LANGUAGE STRUCTURE
• Parts of speech
• Nominal and verbal sentences
• Gender and number
• Singular, dual, and plural forms
• Definite and indefinite nouns
• Adjectives and agreement
• Personal, attached, and demonstrative pronouns
• Prepositions
• Past, present, and imperative verbs
• Verb conjugation
• Basic verb patterns
• Negation
• Interrogative structures
• Relative pronouns
• كان وأخواتها
• إنّ وأخواتها
• Subject and object relationships
• Introduction to grammatical case endings
• Iʿrāb and syntactic analysis according to level
• Morphological patterns and word formation
• Advanced sentence analysis when required

ACADEMIC, PROFESSIONAL & ADVANCED ARABIC
• Academic vocabulary
• Formal written Arabic
• Reading complex texts
• Summarizing and synthesizing information
• Structured argumentation
• Research-related communication
• Professional correspondence
• Presentations and formal speaking
• Text analysis
• Improving precision and style
• Advanced grammar and syntax
• Editing Arabic writing
• Developing clarity, coherence, and linguistic accuracy

ARABIC FOR HERITAGE LEARNERS
• Strengthening reading when speaking ability is already stronger
• Connecting spoken Arabic to Modern Standard Arabic
• Correcting gaps in grammar and spelling
• Building confidence in writing
• Expanding vocabulary beyond everyday family communication
• Developing formal and academic Arabic
• Personalized progression for learners raised outside the Arab world

My teaching approach follows a clear progression:
understand → hear → pronounce → read → use → write → analyze → communicate independently

I do not teach Arabic as a disconnected collection of vocabulary lists and grammar rules. I connect language structure to meaningful texts, conversation, writing, and real communication. Depending on the learner’s age and level, lessons may include guided dialogues, fully vocalized texts, visual explanations, reading passages, grammar analysis, structured exercises, dictation, storytelling, writing tasks, and personalized practice.

We can work with your school curriculum, university course, textbook, reading difficulties, grammar questions, writing samples, professional objectives, heritage-language needs, or personal learning goals.

Whether you are learning your first Arabic letters, improving conversation, strengthening reading, mastering grammar, developing academic writing, or reconnecting with Arabic as a heritage language, I will adapt the sessions to your level, objectives, pace, and preferred learning style.

My goal is to help you understand Arabic as a living, structured, and expressive language—and to use it with increasing accuracy, confidence, and independence.

Giorgia

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The Italian course includes an initial introductory meeting to assess the student's level, which will determine the most appropriate learning approach.
It will be possible to choose what to work on based on the objectives agreed upon during the first meeting, considering the possibility of developing written, oral and written production skills, but above all listening skills.
To ensure solid and structured progress, the reinforcement of practical skills is alternated with the study of grammar. The volume and intensity of the grammar modules are adjusted according to the learner's needs, thus ensuring an optimal balance between linguistic theory and practical application.

Ammar

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Memorizing the Quran with proper rules and teaching Tajweed for those who wish. There are group reading sessions one day a week to improve reading, group or individual, and individual and group memorization, and teaching Tajweed for those who wish.
A Quran teacher, a graduate of Al-Azhar University, holding a license to recite Hafs from Asim.