Rafael Leite
Online
Rafael Leite
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
Certified, friendly and patient Portuguese Teacher w/ 10 (classroom) + 3 (online) years experience!
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
Certified, friendly and patient Portuguese Teacher w/ 10 (classroom) + 3 (online) years experience!
From BrazilLiving in Sao Paulo, Brazil (16:49 UTC-03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 29, 2020Interest topicHistoryReadingWriting
Dear Students,
My name is Rafael Leite, and I have been working as a Portuguese second language instructor for ten years (+3 years online experience). I consider myself easy to work with, organized, and always ready to support my students.
Fortunately, I have vast pedagogical experience with all levels of proficiency in Portuguese, as well as experience preparing students for the Portuguese proficiency exam, Celpe-Bras.
All this experience has helped me grow as a teacher and as a person. I really hope to contribute to your language improvement in the best way possible so that you can continue this amazing journey which is learning my native language.Me as a Teacher
During these years I have improved my skills by teaching many international students including children, teenagers, and adults from different age groups. I use various techniques in my classes based on the student, as students have different backgrounds and needs. I have experience teaching international banking professionals, American, European and Japanese multinational executives as well as several professionals from the US and Australians on diplomatic mission in Brazil.My lessons & teaching style
My methodology is based on the Communicative and Usage Based Approaches which aims to use communication as the major point to address grammar, lexicon and the interpersonal skills necessary to help students of Portuguese as a Second Language acquire fluency.
Usually, the class is split into 3 parts: 1. Review of what was discussed in the previous lesson(s) followed by feedback on assignments, conversation on everyday topics such as, family, friends, routine and news. 2. Small lecture, which approaches grammar and a vocabulary topic and oral practice. 3. Debates and discussions on current topics.
I tailor the class based on the student’s specific needs.My teaching material
- Audio files
- Test templates and examples
- Text Documents
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
- PDF file
- Image files
Certificates
Inglês B2 - LTC Brighton - 2012Certificado de Língua Inglesa, em Brighton - Inglaterra.
English Language Certificate, in Brighton - England.
Certificate uploaded
Espanhol B1 - Coined - 2014Certificado de curso de Língua Espanhola, em Buenos Aires - Argentina.
Spanish Language Certificate, in Buenos Aires - Argentina.
Certificate uploaded
Education
2005 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Bachelor's in Portuguese
2009 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Técnicas da Estrutura Gramatical e Textual da LP
2022 - 2023
Master's - Língua Portuguesa e LiteraturaEspecialização em língua portuguesa da variedade brasileira e literatura.
Work Experience
2010 - 2012
Analista de DocumentaçãoPortuguese text reviewer for user instruction manuals and workbooks of training.
2012 - 2020
Coordenador e Professor de PortuguêsAs coordinator I was responsible for managing the administrative and pedagogical activities which includes organizing class schedules, meeting weekly with teachers to improve student learning, and making extra activities for improving school lessons.
As Portuguese teacher for foreigners I was responsible for teaching students of all levels and needs.
5.0
Rating
351
Students
4,401
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Portuguese Lessons
Trial Lesson
179 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Conversação Prática - Pré-intermediário ao Avançado Superior
B1 - C2General1,093 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 3% off
Preparação para o exame Celpe-Bras
B1 - C2Test Preparation190 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 3% off
Portuguese Beginner
A1 - A2General1,832 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 3% off
Português Intermediário ao Avançado - B1 ao C2
B1 - C2General1,006 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 3% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Podcast (16)
Quiz (4)
235 Reviews
Paula Mookerjee
97 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
When I first decided to take Portuguese lessons on italki as a beginner, I was nervous about focusing solely on the speaking aspect, afraid of saying things incorrectly and making mistakes. This journey has been a complete surprise for me - Rafa is a wonderful teacher, very patient, and friendly. Whereas I thought I might struggle to get through an hour, the class flies by each time as conversation is fun and engaging, and suddenly communication becomes the main focus. I love how the topics of focus are varied - between history, culture, music, and politics mixed in with learning the basics of conjugation, grammar, vocabulary and - my favorite - colloquialisms. :) Thank you for being awesome, Rafa.. até a próxima!
Jan 5, 2022
Renzo D'Angelo
208 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
As aulas com Rafael são sempre ótimas. É difícil encontrar um assunto que ele não conhece, você pode se sentir totalmente confiante para falar sobre qualquer coisa, ele é um excelente professor e, acima de tudo, uma boa pessoa ,)
Dec 29, 2021
Lyra Martin
109 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Learning with Rafael is such a joy. The sessions are fun, engaging, and effective.
I am getting more and more compliments on my improvement in Portuguese. Thanks Rafael!
Dec 10, 2020
sylvie larue
5 Portuguese lessons
Amazing 5 lessons before a trip to Rio. I can't wait to continue learning Portuguese with such an excellent teacher.
Mar 18, 2024
sylvie larue
5 Portuguese lessons
Another amazing course with Rafael. I will continue learning Portuguese with him. He is an excellent teacher.
Mar 16, 2024
sylvie larue
5 Portuguese lessons
I have had three 90 minutes lessons and have learned so much.
I speak Spanish so I started with an advantage. However, the class is entirely in Portuguese. Rafael is focused and so professional. This is a great experience.
Mar 15, 2024
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