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Italian conversation lessons - Beginner to Advanced

Ciao! I am a native Italian and English speaker and I have been teaching teenagers and adults in the last ten years. A History, Cultural Heritage and Chemistry graduate, I am especially passionate about linguistics and different cultures!

Our conversation lessons will help you learn and practice your Italian, whether you are a beginner or want to perfect the language. Topics will be tailored to your needs and can range from basic scenarios to more specific ones (professional, travel or cultural context). When necessary we can focus on specific grammar rules and expand vocabulary that is more important to you.

Approach - I always encourage the student to develop a personal connection to the language by exploring personal interests and real-life language use. In my lessons, I favour a flexible approach and encourage regular practice, which will definitely help you to develop your Italian and keep it active in the long run.

Extra information

I can offer extra support to students who speak Spanish, French or Dutch - I understand French and Spanish at an intermediate level and have a basic understanding of Dutch.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Amsterdam, Netherlands

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Italian for adults, School
Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:Italian, English

About Me

I am a native English and Italian speaker and in the last ten years I have had different teaching positions, including holding English language courses, preparing for language exams and training adults in Business English. I have also held Italian language lessons and taught high school students Chemistry, Physics and Maths.

Currently based in Amsterdam, I was raised in Italy in a mixed Italian and American family, while later studying in both the UK and the Netherlands. I have recently completed a Master’s in Cultural Heritage at the University of Amsterdam and my interests range from modern and contemporary history, to architecture, art and films.

As for other foreign languages, I understand French and Spanish at an intermediate level, and have a basic understanding of Dutch.

Education

Master of Arts in Heritage and Memory Studies – University of Amsterdam
Bachelor of Arts in History – University of Bologna
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – University of Milano-Bicocca

Experience / Qualifications

Ten years of experience teaching English, Italian, Maths and Chemistry.

Four years as a teacher in a language school in Bologna, teaching English to teenagers and adults at various levels (beginner, intermediate, proficient), as well as training for formal English language exams (IELTS, Cambridge Certificates (First, CAE), SATs).

Experience as a teacher/lecturer in Italian high schools, preparing CLIL lessons in Art and Chemistry.

Reviews (4)

Amazing teacher. Adjusts the lessons depending your level and style. Asks about goals and makes sure we both achieve them. Highly recommended!
Thank you for professional communication and attitude.
The lessons with Umberto are very well organised and they are giving me a solid preparation for the Cambridge C1 Diploma. During our lessons, Umberto takes the student's personal needs and interests fully into account, creating an engaging learning environment. I can certainly recommend Umberto for any student who wants to achieve a certificate or generally improve their English.
From the first lesson, Umberto proved to be a valid, well-prepared and super helpful teacher. He immediately understood what my needs might be and put me in a position to acquire the necessary language skills in my field of work.
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I am a native English and Italian speaker, and I have worked as a tutor and language teacher over the past ten years, while also studying History and Cultural Heritage. My experience includes teaching English language courses at different levels, preparing for language exams, conversation practice, as well as text translation and correction. My past customers range from teenage and adult students, to young and older professionals. As an instructor and teacher, I offer: • Lessons at all levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. • A multi-faceted approach, which covers: conversation practice, text comprehension, grammar, writing, academic and professional vocabulary. • Training in Professional/Business English. • Preparation for language tests: FCE and CAE Cambridge tests, IELTS, SATs. • Conversation practice (tailored to the needs of the student). • Tutoring high school students • Text translation and proofreading. Approach - I always encourage the student to develop a personal connection to the language by exploring personal interests in English. In my lessons, I favour a practical approach (real-life situations) and use texts, videos and conversation to elicit grammar rules and vocabulary. When necessary, the lesson is focused on grammar rules and the correct use of language. This positive approach, along with regular practice, will definitely improve your English and keep it active in the long term.

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  • Instructor since June 2023
  • 3 repeat students
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