Portuguese teacher Jefferson Gomes

Jefferson Gomes

Professional Teacher
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
Hebrew
Italian
Latin
Specialties
Technology
Business
Test Preparation
🍳 Carioca Portuguese | 📚 Structured Lessons | 📝 CELPE-Bras | ☕️ Conversation | 🗣️ Pronunciation.
From BrazilLiving in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (06:42 UTC-03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 2, 2020
InterestsTechFilms & TV SeriesSports & FitnessTravelArt
🇧🇷 Oi! I’m Jefferson! I’m a certified Portuguese teacher from Rio with 7 years of experience. I’ve taught 2,200 lessons to 250 dedicated students from around the world, at all levels, with different goals: work, travel, sports, relationships, hobbies, exams, relocation, etc. ✍🏻 I enjoy working with students who are curious, interested in long-term progress, and motivated to develop real fluency. I have a deep passion for teaching Portuguese — it’s not only my job; it’s also a mission. 💪🏼 Want to learn from a patient teacher who offers structured lessons and helps you build confidence? Let’s start! 📁 Sample materials: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oe8-rUJv017LXQzgmNmeXx_115loTX67
5.0
Rating
265
Students
2266
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Portuguese Lessons

Trial Lesson
115 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
📝 CELPE-BRAS PREP. COURSE 2026/1
B1 -  C2

Test Preparation

425 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 15% off
GRAMMAR-BASED LESSON - 📕 BEGINNER / 📗 INTERMEDIATE / 📘 ADVANCED + Study Materials in Google Slides + Homework + Feedback + Lesson Recording (Upon Request)
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

1,267 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 15% off
💬☕️ CONVERSATION AND CORRECTIONS + Study Material in Google Slides + Teacher's Notes + Feedback
A1 -  C2

Conversation

91 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 20% off
💃🏼🕺🏻 🎈 GROUP LESSON - FOR COUPLES AND FRIENDS (ONLY 2 STUDENTS) ✌🏻
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

53 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
😎🏖️ SPEAK LIKE A CARIOCA! (ACCENT/PRONUNCIATION TRAINING) + Study Material in Google Slides + Audio Material + Feedback
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

53 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 15% off
🛩🛟🏝 SURVIVAL PORTUGUESE TO VISIT RIO — LANGUAGE, CULTURE, TRAVEL TIPS & TOURS
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

64 lessons completed
USD 20.00

Availability

My creations
Vocabulary (15)
Podcast (1)
Quiz (68)

222 Reviews

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Student Emilie
Emilie
25 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've been learning with Jefferson since Nov 2023 and it's always a great experience during our lessons! Within 6 months I felt like I could speak and understand much clearer and his lessons really helped me when I traveled to Rio on multiple occasions. I was able to speak confidently with a Carioca accent and hold conversations with people and understand them as well as understand videos online and brazilian memes kkk. Jefferson comes prepared with different topics, readings, anything you need to brush up on, correction on pronunciation. Sem Jefferson, não conseguiria falar português rsrs. Mt obrigado, professor!
Jan 24, 2026
Student LexiV
LexiV
190 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Jefferson is truly and incredible teacher! I recently completed my 100th lesson with him and feel so grateful for his expertise and patience. I meet with him 3 times a week and always find myself smiling after the lessons because he finds a way to make learning a new language fun! He’s brilliant as a professor, creative in his materials, and always happy to adjust to my season of life. I can’t recommend him enough. Obrigada, Jefferson!!
Aug 22, 2023
Student Joe
Joe
60 Portuguese lessons
I really enjoy that Jefferson starts the class with conversation. The discussions are wide ranging, and this helps me increase my vocabulary and remember words that I don’t use as often. After the conversation portion of the class, we reviewed the past perfect conjugation in the subjunctive.
Apr 10, 2026
Student Kris
Kris
55 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been taking lessons for quite some time with Jefferson, and I can say that he is an excellent teacher; as well as a kind and genuine human being. His approach as a teacher, that is to say, the methods, and materials that he uses, are carefully selected in accordance to your needs as student, regardless of the level of understanding you already might have in the language. In addition, he is a good listener, one who is willing to collaborate with the learner to bring out the student's interests and precise needs. Accordingly, he will integrate these particular needs and interests that the student has into his lessons, thereby making each lesson with Jefferson all the more enriching. I know I will continue to rely on Jefferson as a cornerstone teacher and guide in my Portuguese learning journey.
May 8, 2024
Student Leilah
Leilah
3 Portuguese lessons
Jefferson is a good teacher. I highly recommend him as a teacher! The lessons are always well-structured, engaging, and tailored to my level and goals. He is very patient, encouraging, and explains things clearly, which makes learning enjoyable and stress-free. I especially appreciate how he corrects my mistakes in a supportive way and helps me build confidence when speaking. The classes are dynamic and practical, and I always leave feeling motivated and having learned something new. Thank you for your dedication and professionalism!
Apr 11, 2026
Student Joe
Joe
60 Portuguese lessons
Great class discussion talking about cars and travel. Reviewed homework and on the subjunctive.
Mar 24, 2026
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