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Ssonix
Community TutorTeaches
Italian
Native
Neapolitan (Napoletano)
Native
English
French
Speaks
Persian (Farsi)
Sociologist dealing with digital studies and crime, language teacher, but above all...I'm a dreamer
Teaches
Italian
Native
Neapolitan (Napoletano)
Native
English
French
Speaks
Persian (Farsi)
Sociologist dealing with digital studies and crime, language teacher, but above all...I'm a dreamer
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in Naples, Italy (18:07 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 6, 2020InterestsEnvironment & NatureTravelScience
Hi everyone, I am Sonia from Italy. I studied in the South of Italy, in Naples and Salerno, where I got a Bachelor's degree in Digital Communication and a Master's degree in Communication and Language studies. I love traveling and meeting people from all over the world. I am passionate about Social Science, Web Mining and Crime Studies.
I have been teaching English, French, Italian and Neapolitan for years. I am attentive, patient, friendly and fun. Positive emotions play a key role in learning, so during my classes I always try to create a positive and comfortable environment and boost my students' confidence.
During my lessons we are going to focus on what you really need, for this reason I usually provide my students with clear learning goals and a considerable amount of learning materials. I strongly believe that the process of learning a new language requires you to get familiar with all the linguistic skills: writing, speaking, listening, reading, and grammar. I hope to meet you soon.My teaching material
- Audio files
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Video files
- Homework Assignments
Teaching experience
2022 - 2023
Teacher of Italian Language▪ Professional Teacher of Italian for group classes and individual students.
▪ Identification of students’ different learning styles/needs.
▪ Implementation of customized learning programs, including materials and activities for each student.
▪ Special focus on Social Studies concepts, Human Rights and Social Action for Advanced classes.
▪ Class register management.
2026 - Current
Founder, Sociologist & Language InstructorI founded I Socionauti, an online academy that explores Italian and Neapolitan languages as a social and cultural practice. My teaching combines sociological frameworks with language learning, guiding students through critical analysis, discussion, and interpretation of contemporary and historical phenomena, while developing linguistic competence in vocabulary and grammatical structures.
Education
1998 - 2003
Other - Foreign LanguagesSpecial focus on Foreign Languages: English, French, Italian, Latin.
History, Literature, Philosophy, Law, Natural Sciences.
2015 - 2018
Master's - Language and Communication (Data studies)Communication Studies, Applied Computational Linguistics, Data Mining, Human Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, English Language.
2004 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Digital Cultures (Sociology and Social Research)Sociology, Anthropology, Social Psychology, Marketing, Social Research, Statistics for Social Research, Communication Studies, E-learning strategies, Information Technology, Analysis of Deviant Behaviour, English Language, French Language.
Work Experience
2024 - Current
Social Impact Projects Consultant
5.0
Rating
382
Students
7,477
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Trial Lesson
209 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
OLD STUDENTS (those who booked their first class before December 30th 2021) - Italian for Beginners, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Advanced Students (From A1 to C2)
A1 - C2Language Essentials2,351 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 3% off
(VERY NEW STUDENTS - those who book for the first time from April 18th 2026 on) - Italian for Beginners, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Advanced Students (from A1 to C2)
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,696 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
Package with 3% off
(NEW STUDENTS - those who book for the first time from December 30th 2021 up to April 17th 2026) Conversation Practice in Italian
B2 - C2Conversation545 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 3% off
(VERY NEW STUDENTS - those who book for the first time from April 18th 2026 on) Conversation Practice in Italian
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
Package with 3% off
Availability
Steven Porrello
61 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I know I've said this before, but I'll say it again — Sonia is the best. At the end of each lesson I feel I know more about the world than I did previously — and of course more Italian! Since starting my lessons with Sonia, I've noticed a profound difference in how I think and speak in Italian. She articulates herself very clearly and intelligently, and it helps me do the same. Thank you so much Sonia for your dedication and lesson prep!
Oct 13, 2022
Andrew Gibbons
1 Neapolitan (Napoletano) lesson
Teacher’s pick
Sonia is a highly professional teacher, but above all she is engaging and very encouraging. She created a fantastic learning journal for us to use together on google docs. She used exercises, grammar sheets, and authentic materials like songs to teach in a very effective way. I enjoyed my hour spent learning Napoletano with her and look forward to our next lesson.
Apr 23, 2020
Nick
68 Italian lessons
Fun, energetic teacher, highly recommend!
Feb 17, 2026
Judy
155 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Not only do we work on improving my Italian, I also get to learn so much about Italy when studying with Sonia. Today we talked about some very interesting things about Naples. Sotto Napoli c’è un’altra citta. I had no idea! Once again, thank you, Sonia!
Aug 6, 2022
Judy
155 Italian lessons
Le mie lezioni con Sonia sono molto speciali. Mi piacciono moltissimo!
Mar 14, 2026
Sarah Pearson
74 Neapolitan (Napoletano) lessons
these lessons with Sonia are the highlight of my week. I have 2 lessons a week, I've been learning Neapolitan with her for 6 months now and the speed of progress is phenomenal!!! Absolutely love the language, the lessons and the teacher!!! 20 out of 10
Feb 11, 2026
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