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Sarah Panico
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Italian
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French
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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
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in London, United Kingdom (07:58 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.
My background is in pedagogy, learning psychology and educational methodology. I don't just know the language: I know how people learn it, where they get stuck, and how to help them move forward.
I work with adults and young learners at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for official exams, including CILS, CELI, PLIDA and Cambridge. I also work with people relocating to Italy or the UK, who need practical, real-world language fast.
My lessons are structured and built around you: your level, your goals, your reason for learning. I believe mistakes are how you learn, and lessons tend to involve a fair amount of laughter too. 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 and when to slow down. I use textbooks alongside my own materials: audio dialogues, 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.
Book a trial lesson. No pressure, just a conversation to see if we're a good fit.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
617
Students
7,168
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Italian Lessons
Italian
English
Trial Lesson
386 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Traveling or Moving to Italy
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,122 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
Italian for Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials1,663 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 15% off
Italian for Intermediate Students
B1 - B2Language Essentials420 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
Italian Conversation
A2 - C2Conversation960 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 13% off
For Students of Italian enrolled before 01/02/2025
A1 - C2Language Essentials559 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 23% off
Italian Exam Preparation (CILS, CELI, PLIDA)
B1 - C2Language Essentials202 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 22% off
Availability
My creations
Vocabulary (14)
Podcast (89)
Quiz (237)
372 Reviews
All
Italian
English
Jordan Parkman
82 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
66 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
Claudia Sanna
2 English lessons
definitely the best teacher in the world. she's emphathetic, intelligent, funny and helps you learn and improve by feeling confident and like you're talking to an old friend.
May 6, 2026
Nathan
41 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
Angela Fry
2 Italian lessons
Enjoyed my lesson with Sarah very much. She established a great rapport and gave me loads of encouragement and different ways of saying things. The time flew by. Looking forward to my next lesson.
May 15, 2026
Meredith Elliott
55 Italian lessons
Sarah is the best!
May 1, 2026
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