Laura
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Laura
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Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
German
Portuguese
Other
DITALS certified teacher of Italian
Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
German
Portuguese
Other
DITALS certified teacher of Italian
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in Other, Austria (22:19 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 31, 2017Me as a Teacher
In terms of qualifications to teach, I have a degree in languages and international communication (subjects included languages and linguistics for 3 european languages as well as the didactics of modern languages) and in February 2018 I completed the DITALS Level 1, an official certification of competence in teaching Italian as a foreign language.
But, and I believe this might be even more important; I have first hand experience learning foreign languages. At one point or another I have been a student of French, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Dutch, and Russian. So I know how you feel right now, and I think I can help you with your Italian!My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are interactive and fun, they are a mix of conversation, exercises and grammar.
I create my own teaching material, and whenever possible I try to use authentic material from everyday life.Certificates
DITALS Level 1 - UNISTRASI - University for Foreigners of SienA - 2018Certification of competence in teaching Italian as a foreign language.
Learner profile: university students.
Certificate verified
MRS Level 5 Advanced Certificate in Market and Social Research Practice - MRS (The Market Research Society) - 2010This certificate proves my advanced knowledge in the field of market and social research.
To get this certification I had to complete an integrated assignment and an examination.
Certificate verified
English Language Ability Test - FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) - 2006This certification of my working knowledge of English is a requirement to work for any agency of the United Nations.
I had to take written and oral tests, and I passed the examination with Grade C, the top grade.
Certificate verified
Education
2004 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Languages and International CommunicationMy studies focused on foreign languages (English, German and Russian) and literature, linguistics, the didactic of modern languages.
Final grade 105/110 (comparable to a GPA of 3.7)
Work Experience
2004 - 2009
Market Research ConsultantIn my role I had to conduct in-person and telephone B2B interviews on behalf of IBM, and to write reports in Italian, which I would then translate into English. Moreover, the role involved translating research questionnaires, documents and presentations, as well as proofreading translations by third parties.
2004 - Current
Italian and English teacherItalian and English teacher. Private lessons, both in-person and online.
5.0
Rating
53
Students
479
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Italian Lessons
Trial Lesson
21 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
ITALIAN: Conversation practice (and informal tutoring)
A2 - C2Conversation226 lessons completed
USD 25.00
ITALIAN for Beginners (A1, A2) Get ready for your trip to Italy!
A1 - A2Language Essentials222 lessons completed
USD 33.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
243 Reviews
Nicole Schallenberg
7 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I just started working with Laura and I really enjoy her lessons.
She is really following my personal goal to practice my understanding of spoke language and improving my speaking skills. She picks up my "forgotten" knowlege and is strengthening it with excercises to improve my speaking skills and making me confident with my already existing knowlege. But the most important thing is that in our learning lesson we can move to conversations that come out of the learning material, but don´t follow their rules. So the lesson somehow get a "real life" touch in conversation as well. It is fun.
Looking forward to the next session.
Jun 7, 2018
Jess
37 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Bravissima come sempre :)
Laura, I cannot express how grateful I am to have you as a teacher. Over the past few months you have given me the training and confidence necessary for my upcoming trip. I'm looking forward to many more lessons when I return!
May 1, 2018
Vicky Hastie
22 Italian lessons
As always, I had a brilliant lesson with Laura. She is always so easy to speak with and gives me lots of useful vocabulary. I always feel very supported and relaxed speaking with Laura and am very grateful for her help. My confidence has really improved thanks to Laura's lessons.
Dec 17, 2020
James
6 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laura is incredible! She fuses language instruction and culture into a rich tapestry. She will adjust to whatever you want to do! Recommended!!
May 30, 2018
Vicky Hastie
22 Italian lessons
Grazie per la lezione. Imparo sempre nuovi vocaboli.
Apr 8, 2021
Stirling
13 Italian lessons
Come sempre, era molto bene. I feel I am improving, thanks to Laura.
Dec 9, 2020
Trial Lesson
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