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Bonnie/Gen English
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Professional teacher with over 35 years experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Professional teacher with over 35 years experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Other, Italy (07:44 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 13, 2016InterestsHistoryEnvironment & NaturePets & AnimalsScienceFood
* Please note - I don't teach children under 13 years of age.*
*1 hour lessons are 55 minutes to allow time for the next lesson* Hi! My name's Bonnie. I'm a British teacher living in Italy. I have an Honours Degree in Education and have been teaching English for over 35 years to teenagers and adults. I started my career in the UK and then moved here to Italy teaching English with a private English school to Italian students of all levels - for exams, for business or pleasure and others for conversation practice. Since 2003, when the school closed, I have been a freelance EFL teacher and translator, sometimes working from home, e.g. online, and often travelling to schools in my area.Me as a Teacher
I have always loved teaching and online teaching with italki students has been very rewarding. I always do my best to help students reach their language goals in a relaxed and professional manner. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons range from only speaking/pronunciation practice to general English lessons which include reading, writing, speaking and listening practice.
I try to make the lessons as engaging and interesting as possible and always take into consideration the needs of each individual student.
Please note that 60 minute lessons last for 55 minutes to give me the chance to prepare for the next lesson.
If students don't inform me that they can't do a booked lesson at least 24 hours before, I am afraid that the lesson will be counted as done.
Please let me know a little about yourself and your goals when you book a lesson. Thanks!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Completion of Probationary Year - Fully Qualified Teacher - Education Office, Salford, Manchester - 1990One year after my degree of teaching all subjects in a Primary School to gain Qualified Teacher Status.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
1989 - 2023
English language teacherTeaching English as a foreign language in different companies, high schools and privately online and offline.
Education
1985 - 1989
Bachelor’s - Drama and Primary EducationHonours Degree in Education
Work Experience
2013 - 2014
EFL Teacher of General and Business EnglishBusiness English for Employees of this company
1989 - 2024
Freelance Eng-It/It-Eng Translator and InterpreterTeaching English to University students, High School students and students interested in English for travel as well as Business students.
5.0
Rating
557
Students
8,766
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
384 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
General English
A2 - C1Language Essentials5,297 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 14% off
Conversation and pronunciation practice
B1 - C1Conversation927 lessons completed
USD 14.50+
Package with 10% off
**GENERAL ENGLISH for students who have had 50 hours or more with me.
A2 - C1Language Essentials1,444 lessons completed
USD 22.50+
Package with 11% off
**CONVERSATION AND PRONUNCIATION PRACTICE for students who have had 50 hours or more with me.
A2 - C1Conversation78 lessons completed
USD 19.50+
Package with 11% off
NEW General English - Package of 10 lessons!
A2 - C1Language Essentials119 lessons completed
USD 24.00+
Package with 14% off
Availability
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1,906 Reviews
Aki
38 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It had been a while since I last spoke with Bonnie. I was a little nervous that my lack of English practice might show, but she skilfully guided the conversation, allowing me to relax and enjoy it. Thank you! The conversation itself was insightful and fascinating. I highly recommend Bonnie to anyone who wants to enjoy conversation while mastering clear English!
Oct 7, 2025
lidia
236 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It has been more than a year since I met Bonnie on Italki and I have been interested in her lessons from the beginning. She always surprises me with her good teaching and her feelings towards me as a student and as a person.
By respecting my limitations and helping me to overcome them, she improved my knowledge of English and developed my self-confidence.
Thanks a lot for everything, Bonnie!
Mar 27, 2024
alessandro
1 English lesson
Bonnie è stata veramente gentile e professionale, era la prima volta che parlavo in inglese con un'insegnante ma mi ha fatto sentire subito a mio agio, sono contento e convinto che con lei migliorerà il mio inglese.
Grazie mille.
Feb 11, 2026
Marta
44 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Bonnie is a professional, patient and supportive teacher. I 100% recommend lessons with her, she's fantastic!
May 9, 2025
Aki
38 English lessons
Another wonderful session with Bonnie! We discussed gardening and bonsai, as well as the patience required for such activities. She always choose such enjoyable topics, which makes practising conversation wonderfully relaxing. I learn useful phrases during our chats, and her insights into the Italian language are a real bonus for me. Thank you!
Feb 13, 2026
TIZIANA
1 English lesson
mi sono trovata benissimo con Bonnie. mi sono sentita subito a mio agio.
Jan 31, 2026
Trial Lesson
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