Living in South Portland? See Italian tutors' reviews & videos

Hello everyone! I'm Andrea. I'm a certified language teacher and a qualified mental coach with international experience.  
I have been teaching for 16 years.  I have experience with students of all ages. I firmly believe that teaching is my calling.  

I am looking forward to meeting all of you :) 

CIAO a tutti! Hi everyone! I'm Giuliana, a professional Italian teacher with 16 years of experience (10 online).

I was born in sunny southern Italy, and I hold a Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures and the DITALS II certification (an advanced qualification for teaching Italian to foreigners).

I have taught in Turkey, Peru, and Togo, to children, university students, migrants, and adults of all ages—and I've personally experienced what it's like to start life in a new country without knowing the language. That's why I truly understand what my students go through, not just linguistically but on a human level.

I place great importance on building a solid grammatical foundation, but culture, traditions, and the Italian way of life matter just as much to me—and above all, practical conversation. My goal is to help you COMMUNICATE with confidence in real-life situations you'll encounter in Italy: at the market, at the bank, with neighbors, or over coffee with new friends. I especially love working with students who want to reconnect with their Italian roots, prepare for the B1 citizenship exam, or build a deeper connection with Italy — whether they're planning to relocate or buy a home there.

I'm a warm and patient teacher: my students often tell me they never feel pressure during lessons. I've met some of them in person in Italy, and others have even hosted me in their homes, in their own countries—that's the kind of connection that grows when lessons become more than just grammar.

Together, we won't just work on your Italian—we'll help you feel truly at home in Italy.

I'm looking forward to meeting you!

See you soon,
Giuliana

My teaching approach relies on practice and immersion in the language, through conversation and consumption of multiple medias (music, movies, books). 

My main focus is making my students able to communicate and interact as soon as possible, so that they can enjoy their language-learning journey instead of just studying and waiting for a long time before they can actually use what they learned.

During our encounters we will talk, write and practice, intertwining the formal learning of grammar and vocabulary with the more entertaining usage of each skill you will acquire.

No matter the level you begin with, from first basic interactions to formal high-level discussions, we can work together to improve your skills and proficiency.
I am skilled and professional, but also flexible and easy-going.

My interests are mainly of the nerd-ish persuasion, such as fantasy and sci-fi novels, movies and series, boardgames, RPGs and suchlike. 

I love learning new things and discovering old classics with my friends and my students, and this is mainly why I got my degree in philosophy and studied many different topics on my own.

Ciao a tutti, io sono Francesco :)

I was born and raised in Rome. I love teaching Italian and sharing my culture. Once I have assessed your level and understood your goals, I will design the right course for you. I will help you become fluent in Italian and sound like a local.  My classes are a perfect blend of grammar and conversation, I can also help you improve your writing skills, and edit your creative works or prepare your for a job interview. I love traveling, movies, meditation and Tai Chi. What about you? Let's chat about your interests, and of course, let's talk about Il Bel Paese!

Hi, I'm a native Italian teacher living in Salerno, a little city in the south of Italy near the Amalfi Coast.

I have been studying English and Spanish, so I know from experience that learning a language takes time and dedication. My aim is to make this process as pleasant and fun as possible. 

I deal with many students around the world by giving language lessons, both in person, in Italian language schools, and online.

My passion for languages and my studies brought me to understand that languages are not just simple codes ruled by grammar norms, but that they are actually used to express ourselves as individuals with different backgrounds and cultures.

Lessons will focus primarily on the conversational aspect of the language by using textbooks and materials (e.g. PDFs, audiofiles, Googledocs) that I use in language schools in Italy.

Since I have the DITALS certification, I can help you pass CELI, PLIDA and CILS exams.

Flexibility will be guaranteed according to the student. All students will be asked to take a placement test that they will have to submit at least 3 days before the first lesson. We will be discussing the results during the fist lesson and then decide how to work together.

Since I also work in language schools, I strongly recommend booking in advance so I can arrange my agenda. 

I’m ready, and you?

START SPEAKING OR IMPROVING YOUR ITALIAN, LEARN MORE ABOUT ITALIAN CULTURE, AND COME TO SICILY WITH ME.

Scopri di più su di me sul mio sito web: manueldileo.it/italianoL2

Ciao!/Hi/Buenos días/Bom dia/你好/こんにちは!

Mi chiamo Manuel e sono un insegnante di italiano per stranieri.
Ho una laurea triennale in mediazione linguistica e una magistrale in lingue per la cooperazione internazionale, con una tesi di specializzazione in fonetica italiana per stranieri.

Il mio approccio didattico si basa sull'immersione linguistica, il metodo più efficace per imparare una lingua straniera.
A tal fine, non mi limiterò a insegnarti l'italiano durante le nostre ore di lezione, ma ti darò anche consigli per immergerti il più possibile nella lingua anche durante il tuo studio in autonomia.

La prima lezione di prova sarà per me un'occasione per conoscerti e per creare un programma a misura per te, a seconda del tuo livello linguistico attuale, dei motivi per cui vuoi imparare la lingua italiana e i tuoi obiettivi a medio e lungo termine. 

Se sei alle prime armi, l'obiettivo sarà imparare a comunicare il prima possibile.
Se sei già a uno stadio più intermedio, l'obiettivo sarà migliorare ogni aspetto della lingua - lettura, scrittura, ascolto, conversazione.

Durante i nostri incontri parleremo, scriveremo e impareremo la grammatica attraverso un approccio pratico e conversazionale.

Inoltre, il mio approccio è anche culturale: affiancheremo l'italiano a una completa immersione nella cultura italiana.

Oltre ad insegnare italiano online, offro anche percorsi intensivi in presenza a chiunque voglia approfondire la lingua e la cultura italiana, con la possibilità di immergersi nella cultura siciliana attraverso percorsi mirati che uniscono cultura e immersione linguistica. 

***

Resume:

Name: Manuel from the Italian Alps (Turin).  I also lived in Sicily for 3 years.
Mother tongue: Italian
Spoken languages: English C1, Spanish C1, Portuguese B1, Chinese A1, Japanese A1
Bachelor's D.: Linguistic mediation
Master's D.: Foreign Languages for International Cooperation - specialized in phonetics for foreign learners
Experience: 5+ years

About Me

Hi everyone, my name is Valerio, and I'm a native Italian speaker born and raised in Turin, Italy. 

I love everything related to self-development. I enjoy watching movies, learning languages, and spending time with my family and my friends.

Why choose me? Since I am also a programmer, if you are a perfectionist and you are looking for someone precise, methodical, patient and at the same fun, I could be a good choice! :)  If you love philosophy, meditation, introspection, that might be one more reason. I can make you improve with any Italian skill and I will provide you with wide and comprehensive reports at the end of each lesson. 

Feel free to book a trial lesson and contact me with any questions you may have. See you soon! :) 

Experience

I have been teaching online for 8 years, overall about 4500 lessons with about 130 students.

Teaching Approach

I'm patient and friendly and this will help you talk: the primary and most important reason to take this type of class is to find an opportunity to practice: the more you speak, the more mistakes I can find and the more new expressions and pronunciation tips can be taught.

The content of the class is flexible: students have different backgrounds and learning styles. So we will discuss and set your learning targets to tailor our lessons to your unique needs.

I like you if you speak about what you are interested in: languages are not an end in themselves. While you talk, I write the corrections, and you can see them live, but you are not interrupted, just like talking to a friend!

#Prices for shared lessons #

- 2 students  

40% more than the normal price

- 3 students  

50% more than the normal price

- 4+ students  

60% more than the normal price

I am Benedetta, an Italian teacher from Naples! 

Teaching Italian is my passion and I love doing it online. 

I am a certified CEDILS tutor and I have more than 3 years of experience. I started as a volunteer for refugee and now it is my full time job. I have experience with a lot of different students, with different backgrounds and goals. 

I encourage students and I create a friendly classroom environment. I use different tools like audio, video and ebook, but I also have my own material.

I also offer:

• Free Virtual Notebook: This is a google doc where I collect your mistakes, vocabulary and grammar rules for your easy reference.
• Free Flash Cards to improve the vocabulary. I use a platform to create flash cards that help you learning in a funny way.
• Free Placement test
• Free PDF documents

What courses do I offer?

1. CELI, CILS and PLIDA preparation.
2. Italian for travels.
3. B1 for citizen exam preparation.
4. Free talk to improve you communication skills.
5. Italian Literature.
6. Italian Culture.

About me — My name’s Filippo. I’m a native speaker of Italian and live in Rome. I hold the DITALS I certificate, i.e., the license for the Teaching of Italian as a Foreign Language issued by the University for Foreigners of Siena. I can also speak English and am very fond of British English phonology. I have two degrees, one in philosophy and the other in religious studies, and taught in secondary schools in Rome for 21 years. I mainly speak standard Italian or, as linguists would say, “Tuscan Italian as spoken by Roman citizens”, i.e., the Italian language as historically spoken in Florence, without its peculiar local features.

My lessons (a broad overview) — If you’re already attending an Italian language course or are a self-taught student, I'll be your go-to person for any further explanations and corrections, as complement to your personal journey to learning Italian. I can also provide topic-focused speaking classes on topics of your choice or mutual agreement, as well as offering help for exams preparation for language certificates of all levels (A1 – C2). If, on the contrary, you're looking for more structured classes as part of a broader and comprehensive Italian language course, I'll be very happy to guide you and provide you with all the necessary relevant materials.

My topic-focused speaking classes (a specific example) — At latest one day before class, I'll send you a list of key words and expressions that will help you prepare for the topic of conversation. We’ll always start our lessons by describing, analyzing and contrasting visual inputs (images and photos) in order to develop your communication skills. We will also look at one or two texts on the topic in order to enrich the specific vocabulary in use and the conversation itself. Infographics, as well as quotes from some personalities who have expressed their view on the topic, are also integral parts of the lessons. During the conversation I'll assess your oral production (pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar) and you'll receive my feedback to help you progress in this area.

"A different language is a different vision of life."

Federico Fellini📹

Hello!

 I'm Melissa, and I live in a town near Milan. I'm here to make your adventure into the Italian language more exciting and enjoyable!

About Me:

• Background: I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures. 📖​
• Translation Expertise: Specialized in translating video games from English to Italian. 🎮​
• Passions: Books, music, movies,TV series and documentaries– I’ll always have great recommendations for you in Italian! ​🎶​

Teaching Experience:

• High School Tutor: I have years of experience tutoring high school students in languages and literature
• Current Teaching: I teach both group and individual Italian lessons for adults, with a strong emphasis on conversation.

What I Offer:

• Customized Lessons: Tailored to meet your individual needs and goals, whether you’re a beginner or preparing for specific exams.
• Exam Preparation: Experience with university Italian language tests, Italian certifications like CELI, and foreign exams such as the LEAVING CERT.
• Cultural Immersion: I integrate elements of Italian culture into my lessons to make learning more engaging. We can talk about every curiosity that you have about my culture (slang, social issues, history, folklore).
• Diverse Materials: I provide a variety of materials, including grammar, listening, and reading exercises.

My Approach:

Having been a student of foreign languages myself since childhood, I understand the challenges you may face. I use effective methods that address these difficulties, making your learning journey smoother and more enjoyable.

Let's learn italian together!​​🍕​