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Valeria
Professional TeacherTeaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Greek
Other
面向中国大学生和学者的意大利语语言课程。十年经验。 Italian lessons for English speakers. Speak from day 1! 10 years of exper.
Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Greek
Other
面向中国大学生和学者的意大利语语言课程。十年经验。 Italian lessons for English speakers. Speak from day 1! 10 years of exper.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in Naples, Italy (13:07 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 24, 2021InterestsReadingTravelFilms & TV Series
Would you like to learn Italian from scratch or to become more fluent?
I can help you reach your goal!
I offer different resources, a friendly and professional atmosphere as well as constant support so you will have the chance to speak a lot from day one. I will integrate culture and traditions into my lessons to keep you motivated. I will provide you with all the necessary abilities to become independent in your language exploration. Give yourself the chance to achieve your dream, book a lesson!
我叫Valeria，中文名字是莉丽，我专门给中国学生和中国专业人士教意大利语。我已帮助许多学生准备意大利语考试，如CILS、CELI 等。我提供不同的材料资源，友善和专业的社区氛围以及不断的的支持，因此从第一天开始，你将有机会说意大利语。
我在中国三所不同的大学教过意大利文。我非常理解中国人学习的要求和困难。如果你英语不流利，或者你喜欢用自己的母语来学习意大利语那么我可以成为你理想中的老师！Me as a Teacher
My name is Valeria and I am a professional Italian Teacher. I hold a CEDILS certificate to teach Italian to foreigners, a Ph.D in Asian Studies and I have over 10 years of teaching experience both in person and online.
I have specialised in teaching to Chinese speakers who wish to study in Italy, to European professionals who work for Italian companies, and to retirees passionate about culture and travels.
I have a solid knowledge of teaching methodologies that I developed through my experience as a lecturer in China and in the UK. I learnt how to design new courses according to students’ feedback while making sure that they are clear and comprehensive. My lessons & teaching style
I adapt my lesson according to your interests and needs. In every lesson you will find something interesting and stimulating.
I teach general, academic and business Italian. I can also help you prepare for language exams.
My communicative approach allows the students to speak without inhibitions. I use authentic materials which reflect different aspects of everyday life.
I usually start with a written text, a video, or an audio recording, then I focus on vocabulary and grammatical analysis. Finally, with a role play you will be asked to “act” in a simulated situation according to the topic just studied.
You will receive feedback and support after each lesson.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Test templates and examples
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
CEDILS - Ca'Foscari University - 2021Certification of competence in teaching Italian as a foreign language or second language.
Certificate verified
HSK 6 - Hanban - 2021
Certificate verified
Payslip-reference King's College - King's College, London - 2014I worked as Substitute Teacher of Italian at King's College from May 2015 to June 2015.
Certificate verified
Contract/doc Sichuan University - Sichuan University - 2013I worked as Foreign Language Teacher at Sichuan University from September 2013 to july 2014.
Certificate verified
Contract/doc. Xinan Jiaotong University - Xinan Jiaotong University - 2012I worked as Italian Teacher at Xinan Jiaotong University, Chengdu from September 2011 to January 2012
Certificate verified
Reference - University of Naples L'Orientale - 2010Reference from Prof. Valeria Varriano about my experience as Mandarin Interpreter
Certificate verified
Contract/doc. Nanjing Normal University - Uni-Italia - Nanjing Normal University - 2010I was hired by Uni-Italia to work at Nanjing Normal University as Italian Teacher and Tutor
Certificate verified
Teacher Training course - The University for Foreigners of Perugia - 2010from June to July 2010 I attended a course on how to teach Italian in China
Certificate verified
Teaching volunteering - Associazione culturale italo-cinese Wenzhou - 2010I taught Italian as a volunteer at Associazione culturale italo-cinese Wenzhou
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Chinese courses - Yunnan University-Yunnan Normal University - 2008From February to July 2004 I attended a Chinese course at Yunnan University.
In 2007 I obtained a one-year scholarship from Chinese government to conduct my doctoral research about contemporary Chinese poetry at Yunnan Normal University.
I attended classes at Yunnan Normal University. I also obtained the certification HSK.
Certificate verified
Education
2000 - 2005
Master's - Comparative StudiesI graduated in Comparative Studies (Chinese and English) with 110 cum laude. I discussed a thesis about the poetic and narrative works of Hai Nan, a contemporary Chinese writer.
2006 - 2010
Doctorate - Asian StudiesOn May 2010 I defended my doctoral thesis about contemporary Chinese women s’ poetry. The focus was on definitions, models, and developments of poetry written by Chinese women writers starting from the ‘80ies. The analysis of their poetry aims to identify shared features in their artistic growth, in particular, the passage from a writing which emphasizes gender awareness, typical of their previous works, to a literary style more focused on language experiments.
Work Experience
2015 - 2015
Substitute Teacher of ItalianI gave lessons of Italian language and literature to classes of 20 adults at elementary and intermediate levels twice a week. I also provided supervision and support to students for their MA and BA theses and presentations.
2013 - 2014
Foreign Language TeacherI gave lessons on Comparative Literature in English and Chinese to classes of over 30 students. I created and organised a semester course focused on some aspects of Western Culture such as celebrations, gastronomy, the Education system, in order to deepen their knowledge of European life and society.
2011 - 2012
Italian TeacherI gave lesson of Italian for the University Department of Foreign Languages.
2010 - 2011
Italian Teacher and TutorI was hired by the Italian organisation Uni-Italia which promotes Italian Education in China.
I gave lessons of Italian language and culture at Nanjing Normal University. I promoted the Italian culture in China, building contacts with both Chinese and Italian Institutes, and presenting Italian Universities at Education fairs and conferences in China.
2008 - 2010
Mandarin Interpreter and TranslatorI worked as Mandarin Interpreter for the University and the Confucius Institute of Naples at conferences, events and festivals.
I was one of the organisers of the first edition of the cultural festival “Milleunacina”. I was responsible for logistics: rooms setup, reservations, decorations, as well as coordinating artists for readings, exhibitions and conferences. I also introduced Chinese literature as a panelist of the festival.
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Italian Lessons
Trial Lesson
68 lessons completed
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Italian for Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials719 lessons completed
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Italian for Intermediate and Advanced
B1 - C2Language Essentials468 lessons completed
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Conversation Italian
A1 - C2Conversation113 lessons completed
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151 Reviews
Jingyi
36 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I highly recommend Valeria as an Italian teacher. She is very professional and intellectual, with an excellent understanding of how to teach her native language to foreigners. Valeria has a remarkable ability to explain grammar and etymology clearly, making complex aspects of the language easy to understand. She is also extremely responsible and attentive to her students, always ensuring they make steady progress. Learning Italian with her has been both effective and enjoyable.
Jul 10, 2025
Jenny Qi
26 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Valeria上课非常准时，每次都会在课前问我课程内容希望是什么样的，很灵活的课程安排，上课也非常轻松，作为语言学习者特别是初学者，上课说口语不会感觉到压力，每次上课都会学习到很多，老师也特别关心学生的掌握情况，会及时询问有没有表述清楚，特别特别好！都来上🤓
Dec 6, 2024
A.L.
68 Italian lessons
as always it is a very nice studying experience with Valeria.
She combines deep knowledge of grammar and culture with a very natural, patient teaching style that makes every lesson both enjoyable and effective.
What I appreciate most is how lessons are always tailored to my needs — whether I want to improve daily conversation, a specific grammar that i'm not familiar with, or topics i'd like to develop. The explanations are always clear, with plenty of practical examples, and the atmosphere is relaxed yet motivating.
Nov 12, 2025
Adele Madelo
149 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Besides comprehensive review of homework, Valeria makes space for students like me to express their ideas, especially if they're difficult ones and require a lot of patience and guidance. I want to be able to talk about subjects of personal interest, and I don't always have the vocabulary to do so. After my lessons with her, I come away with more knowledge about new words and grammatical structures.
May 26, 2025
Tonia Sigismondi
91 Italian lessons
Always different things to learn
Dec 12, 2025
Tonia Sigismondi
91 Italian lessons
sempre una grande lezione
Oct 31, 2025
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