Easy, playful Italian classes with a certified polyglot coach!

From 24 £ /h

Fancy to have a glass of wine and a delicious pasta dish in a cozy Italian restaurant? Italian is one of the most beautiful languages in the world, but let’s be honest—it can feel like a steep mountain to climb when you freeze up at the thought of actually speaking.

Imagine walking into that very trattoria and effortlessly ordering your favorite dish, or charming your Italian colleagues with a witty remark. That is exactly where I will take you!

My approach is communicative, playful, and totally immersive. Forget boring grammar drills and dusty textbooks. Think engaging games, real-life role-plays, and lively chats that make you forget you are even studying. We will laugh, we will share stories, and we will talk so naturally that your frustration with "not knowing how to speak" will simply melt away. You won't just learn Italian—you will live it, one chiacchierata at a time.

As a CEDILS-certified teacher, a passionate polyglot, and an experienced language coach, I know exactly how to unlock your confidence. I am sunny, energetic, and bursting with creative ideas. I never use the same lesson twice because I design every session around you—your hobbies, your goals, and your favorite topics. From authentic Italian songs and film clips to the latest news articles and recipes, I bring the real Italy straight to our virtual classroom.

Ready to turn that timid "Grazie" into a full-blown, heartwarming conversation? Let's make Italian your new favorite hobby—no stress, divertiamoci insieme!

Location

Online from Italy

About Me

- CEDILS-certified teacher with extensive experience coaching international executives.
- Polyglot & language strategist – I fast-track your fluency using a proven communicative approach.
- 100% personalized curriculum using authentic materials (business cases, media, and culture).
- Playful yet result-driven – you'll speak confidently without the frustration of traditional grammar drills.
- Expert in US corporate culture – fully adaptable to your time zone and professional schedule.
- Sunny, engaging, and flexible – I make every lesson an experience you'll actually look forward to.

Education

Bachelor and Master Degree in foreign languages and literature, several abroad experiences (Lithuania, Russian Federation, UK, Finland, Czech Republic, Spain, Argentina) as a student and as a teacher too.

Experience / Qualifications

15+ years of experience as a language tutor. Native Italian speaker with CEDILS certification.
Fluent in several languages, such as English, Russian, Spanish.

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Skills

Italian

School

Italian for adults

Culture

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

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Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

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12-16

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20-24

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.

Khalil

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Learn Arabic in a practical, engaging way that connects language to real life.
In my classes, you’ll master not only grammar and vocabulary but also how to think and express yourself naturally like a native speaker.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or want to refine your pronunciation and fluency, I’ll guide you step-by-step through:
• 🌟 Everyday conversation and cultural expressions
• 🗣️ Clear pronunciation and speaking confidence
• 📚 Modern Standard Arabic and/or dialect (based on your goal)
• ✍️ Reading, writing, and listening comprehension with personalized materials

Each lesson is tailored to your goals: travel, study, or professional communication and delivered with patience, structure, and encouragement.

Let’s make Arabic not just something you study, but something you live and enjoy.

Francesca

4.63

(8)

As an Italian Opera singer, I help since many years singers with the right pronunciation of the repertoire they sing, helping them in shaping the language in a clear way, which also helps the singing.

Our lesson will involve speaking, pronunciation exercises and singing.
We will start the lesson by reading the text and finding the right direction and emphasis.
We will focus on the sounds and how to produce them.
In the second part of the lesson, we will apply all of the above to the singing!

Giorgia

4.63

(8)

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

4.63

(8)

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!

Nesrine

4.63

(8)

I am a high school teacher. I speak several languages. Arabic is my native language. I have worked with all levels. And I had training in teaching 👩‍🎓. I helped several foreigners master standard Arabic and the Tunisian dialect 🏆.

I follow an official and recognized program to prepare lessons for each learner.
I use conversations, text images, games, videos, stories to facilitate learning.

I am patient, sociable, and I listen to my learners.
In short, I help you to be able to speak, read, and write in Standard Arabic or Tunisian Arabic. 💐

Nouhaila

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🇫🇷 Speak French with Confidence — Travel | Business | Exams | Conversation 🇫🇷
✨ Do you want to learn French in a way that's fun, practical and focused on real communication? This is your place!
✨ I'm a qualified and experienced French teacher who will guide you step by step to speak confidently — whether you're preparing for a trip, an exam or just want to express yourself more fluently.

👋🏼 My name is Nouhaila, and I've helped many students unlock their potential in French with a communicative, positive and personalized approach.
💬 My lessons are all about real-life speaking — from day one, you'll be using the language naturally.

🧭 Choose your focus:
✈️ French for Travel
→ Learn to survive and thrive in any French-speaking country.
→ Practical phrases, cultural insights and listening skills.
→ Travel without fear — speak with ease!

💼 French for Business
→ Improve your professional communication in French.
→ Specialized vocabulary for meetings, presentations and emails.
→ Present yourself clearly and professionally.

🎓 Exam Preparation (DELF, DALF, IB...)
→ Targeted lessons to increase your score.
→ Practice tests, strategies and personalized feedback.
→ Reduce exam stress and feel prepared.

💬 Conversation Boost
→ Speak more confidently through engaging conversation topics.
→ Culture, daily life, news, travel, opinions — you choose!
→ Get live corrections and tips to sound more natural.

📚 Also available: General French (A1–C2)
Structured grammar and vocabulary combined with real communication in each lesson.

🎁 BONUS
The moment you book your first session, you'll get instant access to a private classroom filled with learning resources:
interactive tools, vocabulary lists, grammar tips, exercises, and fun extras to help you progress at your own pace.

✨ Let's make your French journey exciting, smooth and truly effective!

🇫🇷 Speak French with confidence! — Travel | Business | Exams | Conversation 🇫🇷
✨ Would you like to learn French in a practical, fun way that focuses on real communication? You've come to the right place!
✨ I'm an experienced and trained French teacher, here to help you express yourself fluently, whether you're traveling, working, or taking an exam.

👋🏼 My name is Nouhaila, and I have helped many students improve their French level thanks to a communicative, positive, and personalized approach.
💬 My classes start with speaking from day one — you'll learn to use the language naturally and effectively.

🧭 Choose your goal:
✈️ French for traveling
→ Learn useful phrases, everyday expressions, and cultural tips.
→ Get ready to enjoy your travels without language barriers.
→ Speak fluently and confidently anywhere in the French-speaking world!

💼 Business French
→ Improve your professional communication in French.
→ Specific vocabulary for meetings, presentations and emails.
→ Gain confidence and professional projection in international environments.

🎓 Exam preparation (DELF, DALF, IB...)
→ Classes focused on the exam content.
→ Strategies, drills, corrections and individual support.
→ Reduce stress and approach the exam with confidence.

💬 Conversation classes
→ Sessions focused on speaking fluently and naturally.
→ Topics like culture, current events, travel, opinions, society... you choose!
→ Live corrections and tips to sound more authentic.

📚 Also available: General French (levels A1–C2)
Structured lessons with grammar, vocabulary, and lots of communication practice.

🎁 SPECIAL BONUS
As soon as you book your first class, you'll have immediate access to a private classroom with all the resources you need:
Interactive tools, vocabulary lists, grammar explanations, exercises, and fun extras to help you progress at your own pace.

✨ Make your French experience enjoyable, practical, and truly useful!

Natalia

4.63

(8)

Buongiorno a tutti e benvenuti!
A native Italian speaker, I am passionate about literature, poetry and travel.
I offer Italian language courses for all levels.
With children, the goal is for the student to feel comfortable, enjoy mastering the Italian language and work well.
With adults, we can work on both oral and written expression (grammar, spelling, vocabulary) according to your needs.
You can bring your own equipment or I will provide it depending on your level or that of your child.

Dr.

4.63

(8)

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!

Kelvin

4.63

(8)

What is a language?
A language is a mode of communication that people uses for effective communication.Zambian languages are a must to know whenever someone is interacting with many Zambians across the world and in Zambia.
Why you need to know how to speak Zambian languages ?
1.To gain confidence when in a conversation with Zambians.
2.To improve your communication skills .
3.To make agreeable deals with Zambians.
4.To avoid exploitation or any of it's possibility
5.To win indigenous Zambian hearts-Zambians are social people who loves someone who relates with them.Knowing a Zambian language is just one effective way you could instantly relate with many Zambians.
6.To be a Zambian languages Tutor as well.

A big question remains, do you need to know all the Zambian languages?
One sharp short answer is a big NO!
Why? It's because in Lusaka and all the other Zambian provinces NYANJA is the most spoken language.
On the other hand, BEMBA is dominant on the Copperbelt, Luapula, Muchinga and Northern province.Actually it's the second most spoken language after NYANJA.
Thirdly, TONGA is the widely spoken language in the Southern province of the country.
Lastly, Mambwe is a dominating language in Northern province and partially in Muchinga Province.

Now which Zambian language can one choose to be taught?
Answers;
1.A language that is dominant to where you will be working from -In Zambia
2.A language mostly spoken by your workmates
3.Your indigenous Zambian language.Good for those born from Zambian parents but raised overseas.
4.Your Zambian language of your interest .

I can't wait to take you through for a class.Book me today.
See you in class.
~Tutor Kelvin

Estefania

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Learn Spanish with a native, qualified tutor through fun, personalized lessons for all ages and levels!

• Expand Your Horizons: Open up new opportunities for work, travel, study, and making international friends.

• Expand Your Horizons: Open up new opportunities for work, travel, study, and making international friends.

• Flexible & Tailored: Lessons designed around your unique goals and learning style.

Get in touch today to assess your level and start your Spanish journey!

Francesca

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(8)

👋🏼 Hello! I'm Francesca. Do you want to learn or improve your Italian?
No problem, over 300 students have studied with me and learned while having fun. I started teaching at 19 thanks to my high school principal and I have over 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

Thảo

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(8)

Hi! I’m Thảo, a Vietnamese tutor based in Hanoi, Vietnam, with over 20 years of professional experience and a background in communication and journalism.

I help learners speak Vietnamese clearly, improve their pronunciation, and understand how the language is actually used in real-life situations.

Many learners struggle not because of vocabulary, but because they don’t fully understand pronunciation, context, and cultural meaning.

With over 20 years of professional experience, I know how to communicate clearly and explain complex ideas in a simple, structured way.

In my lessons, I focus on:

• improving your pronunciation step by step

• helping you understand how and why Vietnamese is used in different situations

• building your confidence in real conversations

I carefully correct your mistakes and guide you step by step, so you can improve your accuracy and speak more naturally.

I adapt each lesson to your needs and learning style, so you can learn in a way that works best for you.

Learning Vietnamese can feel confusing at first, especially when you don’t understand how the language works in real life.

Marija

4.63

(8)

Want to learn Serbian in a relaxed and practical way?

I am a native Serbian speaker and an English teacher with an MA in English Language and Literature. In these lessons, we'll focus on helping you actually use Serbian in real conversations rather than simply memorizing isolated words and grammar rules.

Depending on your level and goals, we can work on:

• Everyday Serbian and useful expressions
• Conversation and speaking confidence
• Vocabulary and pronunciation
• Serbian grammar explained clearly and practically
• Serbian culture, customs, music, films, and everyday life
• Serbian for travel, relationships, family, or personal interest

The lessons can be adapted to complete beginners as well as learners who already know some Serbian and want more opportunities to practise.

If you're interested in Serbian language and culture, want to communicate with Serbian-speaking friends or family, are planning to visit Serbia, or simply want to learn a new language, we'll build the lessons around your goals and interests.

My approach is relaxed, friendly, and judgment-free. You don't need to be afraid of making mistakes — speaking and experimenting with the language is how you improve.

Let's make Serbian something you can actually use, not just something you study.

Javier

4.63

(8)

¿Te gustaría mejorar tu español mientras descubres algunas de las obras, autores e ideas fundamentales de la literatura española?

Esta clase combina el aprendizaje avanzado del español con el estudio de la literatura y la cultura españolas, en un entorno dinámico, participativo y adaptado al nivel y los objetivos de cada estudiante.

Las sesiones están impartidas por un profesor universitario especializado en Español como Lengua Extranjera (ELE) y examinador acreditado por el Instituto Cervantes, con amplia experiencia en la enseñanza del español a estudiantes extranjeros.

Trabajaremos con textos literarios de diferentes épocas y autores —desde los clásicos hasta la literatura contemporánea— para desarrollar no solo tu comprensión lectora, sino también tu capacidad para expresarte con mayor precisión, riqueza y naturalidad en español.

¿Qué trabajaremos?
📖 Lectura y análisis de textos literarios españoles.
🇪🇸 Cultura, historia y sociedad a través de la literatura.
🗣️ Conversación y expresión oral a partir de textos y temas literarios.
✍️ Vocabulario, estructuras y recursos lingüísticos de nivel avanzado.
🔎 Análisis del lenguaje, estilo y significado de las obras.
💬 Debate y argumentación en español.
🎓 Preparación y desarrollo de competencias comunicativas propias de contextos académicos.

La clase está especialmente indicada para estudiantes de español de nivel intermedio-alto y avanzado, universitarios, profesionales y personas con inquietudes académicas o culturales que quieran profundizar en el idioma.

No necesitas ser especialista en literatura. El objetivo es que puedas aprender español a través de la literatura, comprender mejor la cultura española y disfrutar de grandes obras mientras desarrollas un dominio más sofisticado del idioma.

Una clase para quienes quieren ir más allá del español cotidiano

Si ya tienes una buena base de español y quieres avanzar hacia un uso más preciso, culto, natural y académico de la lengua, esta clase te permitirá trabajar el idioma desde una perspectiva diferente, combinando aprendizaje lingüístico, literatura, pensamiento y cultura.

Would you like to improve your Spanish while discovering some of the most important works, authors and ideas in Spanish literature?

This class combines advanced Spanish language learning with the study of Spanish literature and culture, in a dynamic, engaging environment adapted to each student's level and goals.

The sessions are taught by a university professor specialized in Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) and an Instituto Cervantes-accredited examiner, with extensive experience teaching Spanish to international students.

We will work with literary texts from different periods and authors — from the classics to contemporary literature — to develop not only your reading comprehension, but also your ability to express yourself with greater accuracy, richness and naturalness in Spanish.

What will we work on?
📖 Reading and analysis of Spanish literary texts.
🇪🇸 Spanish culture, history and society through literature.
🗣️ Conversation and speaking practice based on literary texts and topics.
✍️ Vocabulary, grammatical structures and advanced language skills.
🔎 Analysis of language, style and meaning.
💬 Discussion, critical thinking and argumentation in Spanish.
🎓 Development of communication skills for academic contexts.

The class is particularly suitable for upper-intermediate and advanced Spanish learners, university students, professionals, and anyone with academic or cultural interests who wants to explore the Spanish language in greater depth.

You do not need to be a literature specialist. The aim is to learn Spanish through literature, gain a deeper understanding of Spanish culture, and enjoy great works while developing a more sophisticated command of the language.

A class for those who want to go beyond everyday Spanish

If you already have a solid foundation in Spanish and want to progress towards using the language in a more precise, sophisticated, natural and academic way, this class offers a different approach to learning, combining language, literature, critical thinking and culture.