Maria Marta Duarte
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Maria Marta Duarte
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Teaches
Portuguese
Native
English
Speaks
Italian
German
Spanish
đ Certified English & Portuguese teacher | Practical, calm & mindset-based lessons | 15+ yrs exp
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
English
Speaks
Italian
German
Spanish
đ Certified English & Portuguese teacher | Practical, calm & mindset-based lessons | 15+ yrs exp
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From BrazilLiving in Bergamo, Italy (05:31 UTC+02:00)
About Me
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Hi! Iâm Maria, a language teacher with over 15 years of experience. Iâm originally from Brazil and Iâve been living in Italy since 2017.
I learned both English and Italian as second languages â so I truly understand how it feels to freeze, to overthink every word, or to feel like youâre not yourself when speaking. Thatâs why today I help adults speak more naturally and confidently, using a calm and practical approach. No pressure, no perfectionism. Just real communication, personalised strategies, and routines that actually work â even if you have a busy schedule.
Whether youâre learning for work, travel, or personal growth, Iâm here to support you with empathy, structure, and clarity.Me as a Teacher
Iâm calm, supportive and highly organised. My lessons are relaxed but structured, because I believe you learn best when you feel both safe and guided.
I wonât overload you with grammar rules or generic exercises. Instead, Iâll listen to whatâs blocking you, and Iâll help you build a study routine that feels clear, useful and doable â even with a busy life.
I teach with empathy, because I know the fear of not being able to express yourself. But I also teach with strategy, because progress doesnât come from motivation â it comes from consistency.My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are always personalised and focused on real-life communication. That means weâll:
⊠speak from day one, even if you feel shy
⊠work on vocabulary and grammar in context (no random lists!)
⊠use voice messages, journaling or role-plays depending on your style
⊠build a routine that fits your energy and schedule
⊠and always track your progress together
Between lessons, I can also suggest light, useful self-study activities to keep you going.Certificates
Certificate in Advanced English - Cambridge Assessment English - 2019Grade A (C2 level)
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2023 - Current
English TeacherAs an independent teacher, Iâve worked with adult learners from different backgrounds â professionals, expats and language lovers â helping them overcome fear, unlock their spoken English and build lasting routines.
I create and deliver 1:1 lessons, develop personalised study plans, and provide continuous support between sessions. Over the years, Iâve also designed my own teaching method, combining mindset coaching, structured learning, and real-life English practice.
2019 - Current
English and Portuguese Teacherâą Conducted online language instruction in both English and Portuguese for a diverse international student base.
âą Facilitated lessons for students with varied motivations, such as relocation to the respective language-speaking countries, partner relationships, language enthusiasts, and the goal of achieving proficiency in either English or Portuguese.
2018 - 2024
English Teacherâą Provided General English and Cambridge exams preparation lessons, including YLE, KET, PET, FCE and IELTS.
âą Conducted engaging lessons for both group classes and individual sessions, catering to students ranging from children to adults.
âą Achieved a remarkable 100% success rate with all students successfully passing their English exams, demonstrating a proven ability to effectively prepare students for their certification assessments.
2017 - 2018
English Teacherâą Taught a wide range of students, from children to adults, in both group and individual settings.
âą Designed and delivered tailored instruction for General English, Cambridge exams (YLE, KET, PET, FCE), and Trinity exams (grades 1 to 9).
âą Implemented mock tests to assess students' preparedness and ensured a 100% success rate in passing exams for all students.
2013 - 2017
English Teacherâą Provided General English language instruction for diverse age groups and proficiency levels.
âą Collaboratively contributed to the planning and execution of school-sponsored events designed to enrich language learning experiences.
âą Assisted students in honing their presentation skills, preparing them to proficiently apply English in both academic and real-world settings.
Education
2010 - 2012
Bachelorâs - Languages: Linguistics, Didactics and Brazilian, Portuguese and English Literature
2014 - 2014
Bachelorâs - Translation (Portuguese/English)
4.9
Rating
110
Students
869
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Portuguese Lessons
Portuguese
English
Trial Lesson
78 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Portuguese Conversation | Pratique o seu PortuguĂȘs!
B1Â -Â C2Conversation53 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 11% off
PortuguĂȘs para Iniciantes | Portuguese for Beginners
A1Â -Â B2Language Essentials221 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
Package with 10% off
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79 Reviews
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English
Meghan
26 Portuguese lessons
Teacherâs pick
Maria is a wonderful and patient teacher! I really appreciate the variety of exercises we do - they are fun, challenging, and fitting of my level. And because she teaches in Portuguese and initiates practice chats throughout, I find myself naturally trying to come up with phrases to speak with her despite my fear of getting it wrong! This has helped a lot in honing my speaking skills, which I find to be the most challenging part of language learning.
Jul 11, 2022
Sole DeSousa
21 English lessons
Teacherâs pick
Maria eâ davvero una ragazza ed una insegnante incredibilmente attenta, premurosa e preparata.
Eâ molto paziente e molto disponibile. La mia esperienza personale con Maria eâ super positiva. Lei ha un modo di comunicare tranquillo e sereno che ti mette subito nella condizione ottimali per imparare. Una ragazza che oltre ad un garbo e gentilezza che non vanno date per scontanti oggi come oggi, ha un suo metodo personale dâinsegnamento davvero comprensibile a noi principiante.
Sono molto felice di averla conosciuta e i miei obiettivi con lei con lâinglese ora sono certa che posso raggiungerli.
Grazie Maria. Sei la migliore đ€
Nov 20, 2020
Boosie 444
25 Portuguese lessons
Had fun today and cant wait for the next lesson
Apr 27, 2022
Pedro
71 English lessons
Teacherâs pick
Great teacher! Maria is very patient and friendly. She made me fell comfortable since the experimental class. I recommend her for sure!
Jul 7, 2021
Boosie 444
25 Portuguese lessons
Great lesson
May 4, 2022
Boosie 444
25 Portuguese lessons
Very good instruction. Has a great deal of patience.
Mar 11, 2022
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