ABOUT ME
Proficient, native Italian language teacher with over 6 years of experience. Skilled in teaching and communicating with students the beauty of the Italian language and culture, promoting learning through enthusiasm, respect, and passion.
HIGHLIGHTS
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updated knowledge of effective language teaching techniques
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creative, interactive and engaging lesson plans
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attention to individual learning needs or difficulties with individually tailored lesson plans
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positive, encouraging, supporting learning atmosphere
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in-depth knowledge of Italian literature and culture
Language and literature have always been the focus of my studies and activities. After graduating in Italian Literature in Italy, I worked for years as an editor in a small publishing house in Milan, which helped me develop particular attention towards shades of meaning and language complexities. Later on, doing a Mphil at Cambridge University helped me explore Italian Literature and language even better, from a wider perspective, developing research skills and independent studying skills that I use to continue learning about my job, exploring new teaching techniques, and new approaches.
Having worked for two years as a teacher assistant in a Steiner school in Milan, I am confident with different class environments and group ages. The experience of leading creative workshops for children and my passion for art and crafts ensure that sometimes my lesson integrates hands-on and creative activities.
In summary, what I feel I can specifically bring to this job, is a deep commitment, passion, specialistic knowledge and the ability to get on with lots of different people, making learning an enjoyable activity and encouraging students to reach their goals. I believe the feeling of learning and progressing is one of the best feelings in the world, which everyone should be able to experience.
Whether you want to learn Italian for fun, for work or to pass a specific exam, whether you are a complete beginner, or you already speak the language and would like to become more fluent, please get in touch!