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Itay Dafan
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Teaches
Hebrew
Native
Speaks
English
Italian
Spanish
Teaches
Hebrew
Native
Speaks
English
Italian
Spanish
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From IsraelLiving in Houston, United States (16:44 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 13, 2018InterestsHistoryTravelReadingSports & FitnessFood
Shalom! I'm Itay Dafan, a 29-year-old Hebrew tutor from the Tel Aviv area, now living in Houston, Texas. I hold a Bachelor's in Political Science and International Relations and am currently studying Computer Science.
I speak English fluently, having lived in the USA for four years, and I also speak Italian and basic Spanish.
When I'm not teaching, I enjoy sports like skiing, bouldering, weightlifting, and jetskiing. Fun fact: I published a book on military service in Israel!
Note:
The video on my profile is a bit outdated, I’m working on a new one so stay tuned!
Me as a Teacher
I’m passionate about teaching Hebrew and making the learning process both fun and practical. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
I take an informal, relaxed approach to teaching. My journey as a Hebrew tutor started when I began helping friends from around the world as a hobby. What started as a fun way to share my language and culture eventually grew into a part-time job, and I’ve loved every minute of it.
If you're looking for a supportive and engaging learning experience, I’d be thrilled to work with you!My lessons & teaching style
I tailor my lessons to each student’s needs and learning style. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve, I make learning Hebrew practical and enjoyable. I use a variety of materials, including audio clips, videos, real-life situations, and phone calls with native speakers to help you build confidence and fluency. We’ll also discuss current events, cultural topics, and practice everyday conversations. I create a calm, supportive environment where you can comfortably make mistakes and ask questions. Can’t wait to see you in class!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
5.0
Rating
65
Students
294
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Hebrew Lessons
Trial Lesson
22 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Coffee & Conversation in Hebrew
A2 - C2Conversation269 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Customized Business Hebrew Sessions
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Mastering Hebrew Reading & Pronunciation
A2 - C2Language Essentials3 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
65 Reviews
Micah Lee
3 Hebrew lessons
Teacher’s pick
Itay is very good at anticipating my questions, and in explaining minor grammatical or vocab points. I also like how he can speed up and slow down his speech in Hebrew to help my aural comprehension.
Aug 26, 2018
cariga
4 Hebrew lessons
Teacher’s pick
I really had a nice first lesson with Itay. He is very sincere, helpful and tenderhearted. He listened to what I wanted and used it as a starting point, and then he was prepared with resources to take me from that starting point onward. Even though I was struggling quite a bit, he constantly affirmed me for what I did right. I liked Itay's teaching style and will want to sign up for more classes.
Aug 15, 2018
Paulo Behar
38 Hebrew lessons
Professor de alta qualidade, muito empático, técnica excelente!
Jun 5, 2025
Nathalie
1 Hebrew lesson
Teacher’s pick
I really enjoyed my first lesson. I learned a lot in a short time and had a lot of fun in the process. I learned a lot of new vocabulary.
I enjoyed going through the lyrics of a popular Israeli song. It’s a fun method.
The lesson started on time. Itay also gave me recommendations and resources so I can learn more on my own.
I look forward to more lessons with Itay in the future.
Aug 17, 2018
Paulo Behar
38 Hebrew lessons
Professor excelente!
Jul 5, 2025
Bart
9 Hebrew lessons
Excellent first lesson for my 10yo. Plan to continue on!
Feb 22, 2021
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