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Sarah Panico
Professional TeacherTeaches
Italian
Native
English
Speaks
French
German
Other
Italian & English Teacher · 30 Years of Experience · Pedagogy-Based Approach
Teaches
Italian
Native
English
Speaks
French
German
Other
Italian & English Teacher · 30 Years of Experience · Pedagogy-Based Approach
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in London, United Kingdom (11:57 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 13, 2015InterestsMusicTechFilms & TV SeriesTravelFood
I'm Sarah. I've been teaching Italian and English for over 30 years, and I still enjoy every lesson.
I trained formally as a teacher with a background in pedagogy, learning psychology and educational methodology. That means I don't just know the language: I know how people learn it, where they get stuck, and how to help them move forward.
My lessons are calm, structured and built around you. I work with adults and young learners at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for official exams.
Book a trial lesson. No pressure, just a conversation to see if we're a good fit.Me as a Teacher
I believe mistakes are how you learn, and I've never once made a student feel embarrassed for getting something wrong.
I use positive reinforcement as a conscious method. Progress happens when you feel safe enough to try, to repeat, to ask the same question twice. I create that space.
After 30 years I can read a student quickly, I know when to push a little more and when to slow down. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are built around you, your level, your goals, your reason for learning. I use textbooks alongside my own materials: audio dialogues, Italian songs, authentic texts for Italian; structured course books supplemented to target your specific gaps for English.
Grammar gets explained when you need it, in plain terms. Each lesson has a clear focus. You'll always leave knowing what you worked on and why.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Teaching English: How to teach grammar - British Council - 2025
Certificate verified
Teaching English: Motivating Students - British Council - 2025
Certificate verified
Teaching English: How to teach Vocabulary - British Council - 2025
Certificate verified
How to teach speaking - British Council - 2023
Certificate verified
IELTS preparation qualification certificate - TEFL institute - 2022
Certificate verified
Business English Certificate - Tefl Institute - 2022
Certificate verified
TEFL - teflonline - 2007
Certificate verified
TEFL Grammar Awareness - teflonline - 2007
Certificate verified
certificat d'etudes - Université catholique de Louvain - 2006
Certificate verified
Education
1997 - 2003
Bachelor’s - English translation
Work Experience
1994 - Current
Freelance Language Trainer• Delivering tailored English lessons with a focus on conversation and grammar.
• Creating a supportive learning environment by adapting to students’ strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
• Using humour and interactive activities to engage both large and small groups.
• Designing curricula aligned with learners’ levels, needs, and interests.
2010 - 2014
English Language Trainer• Taught English Language & Literature (A1 to B2 levels).
• Prepared students for exams including IELTS, FCE, PET, and KET.
• Developed customized lesson plans and materials.
• Provided individual support and assessment.
• Managed classroom behaviour and promoted a positive learning environment.
2009 - 2010
Italian Trainer• Designed and delivered Italian language lessons focused on grammar and vocabulary development.
• Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback.
2006 - 2008
Italian/ English Trainer• Taught English and Italian (A1 to C2 levels) to adult learners.
• Prepared learners for official exams including IELTS, FCE, PET, and KET.
• Created engaging learning materials and offered personalized feedback.
• Managed classroom behaviour and fostered learner autonomy.
2003 - 2004
TrainerTeaching English Language & Literature from A1 up to B2 level.
Helping pupils to define and identify different types of verbs.
Tailoring English teaching methods to suit the needs of individual students. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of English classes. Conducting up to 3 classes in one day.
Recording and monitoring a students attendance.
Marking work and giving appropriate feedback to pupils.
Preparing coursework for students and the class.
5.0
Rating
599
Students
6,839
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Italian Lessons
Italian
English
Trial Lesson
376 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Traveling or Moving to Italy
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,042 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
Italian for Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials1,564 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 15% off
Italian for Intermediate Students
B1 - B2Language Essentials408 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
Italian Conversation
A2 - C2Conversation929 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
For Students of Italian enrolled before 01/02/2025
A1 - C2Language Essentials524 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 23% off
Italian Exam Preparation (CILS, CELI, PLIDA)
B1 - C2Language Essentials195 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 22% off
Availability
My creations
Vocabulary (14)
Podcast (89)
Quiz (237)
365 Reviews
All
English
Italian
Jordan Parkman
78 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I never thought I would have any conversations in Italian, and I REALLY never thought I would be having full on conversations about Doctor Who in Italian... But with the power of Sarah's teaching abilities, I can do both!!! I have so much fun learning Italian with Sarah, it never feels like homework, just a good time! Grazie mille!!
May 21, 2025
Bill
65 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sarah is the best. I highly recommend her. She is energetic, diligent and has a great sense of humor. But most importantly she care about her students !
Sep 13, 2024
Annabelle
28 Italian lessons
LA MIGLIOREEE <3
Mar 25, 2026
Nathan
37 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sarah is a very experienced teacher with many years of language instruction. She identifies your weaknesses and works hard to improve your understanding. Her lessons are always warm and friendly, and you feel comfortable speaking. Best teacher I've met on the platform.
Jan 5, 2025
CatMini
75 Italian lessons
I feel so lucky to have found Sarah Her instruction has aloud me to really improve my ability to communicate without the stress that I used to feel with other instructors. Do yourself a favor and book with Sarah.
Apr 7, 2026
TIZIANA
21 English lessons
I really love Sarah!
Mar 19, 2026
Trial Lesson
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