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Martina Gallus
Community TutorTeaches
German
Native
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
Portuguese
French
Spanish
Psychologist 🧠|12+ Years Tutoring 👩🏼🏫|Academic Teaching Experience 📚|German & Italian 🇮🇹|🎭
Teaches
German
Native
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
Portuguese
French
Spanish
Psychologist 🧠|12+ Years Tutoring 👩🏼🏫|Academic Teaching Experience 📚|German & Italian 🇮🇹|🎭
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ItalyLiving in Cologne, Germany (06:09 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 11, 2021InterestsReadingMedical & HealthcareArtScienceFilms & TV Series
Hi! I’m Martina – a native German & Italian tutor. I blend psychology, acting techniques, and 12+ years of teaching to make lessons engaging and effective. 🧠🎭
As a former researcher, university teaching assistant, psychologist and acting student, I specialize in helping learners overcome mental blocks and speak with confidence. Whether you’re preparing for exams, work, or just love languages, I’ll tailor sessions to your goals. I love talking about film, theater, science, culture...Me as a Teacher
I bring curiosity, openness, and flexibility to every lesson – always aiming to tailor our sessions to your unique goals and learning style.
My approach is student-centered: when you're motivated from within, that's when real progress happens – and I'm here to support that journey every step of the way.
Whether you're looking to boost your conversational skills, dive into specific grammar points, or refine your communication for real-world use, I’ll adapt each session to make sure it’s both effective and engaging. My lessons & teaching style
Each lesson is tailored to your goals and learning pace. We begin by assessing your level, language background, and preferred learning methods to create a clear, effective roadmap.
I use Italki Plus or a shared Google Doc to track our progress, grammar points, vocabulary, and exercises.
With a mix of structured materials and proven resources, lessons stay flexible and focused on what matters most to you – whether it’s conversation, grammar, or business communication.
To keep lessons relevant and engaging, I include real-life content like articles, cultural topics, and books. Sessions are structured, yet always adaptable to your needs. 🔄My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Teaching experience
2022 - 2024
University Teaching AssistantI taught undergraduate courses in behavioral observation, research methods, and scientific writing. My responsibilities included assisting with experiments, data analysis, student support, bachelor's thesis supervision, academic paper writing, and research coordination.
2025 - Current
Italian Teacher
Education
2019 - 2022
Master's - Psychology of Intercultural RelationsI hold a Master’s degree in Psychology, which I completed with distinction and for which I was awarded a Merit Scholarship recognizing academic excellence. The program deepened my understanding of cross-cultural communication, identity, and the psychological dynamics of intercultural encounters — insights that continue to inform my teaching approach today.
2014 - 2018
Bachelor’s - PsychologyI earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Tübingen, a research-oriented program with a strong foundation in clinical, educational, and school psychology.
2011 - 2014
Other - German and Italian High School DiplomaI completed my high school education at a bilingual German-Italian school in Rome. I earned both the German Abitur and the Italian maturità, with an emphasis on languages, sciences, and exploring the cultural bridge between Germany and Italy.
Work Experience
2022 - 2024
Research Assistant and PhD CandidateI worked as a Research Assistant and PhD Candidate in the Department of General Psychology at the University of Trier, specializing in cognition, emotion, and action regulation.
2020 - 2021
Developmant Psychology Research InternI completed a research internship at the Jacobs Center in Zurich, where I worked on educational projects with children. My tasks included conducting interviews, translating materials, and creating learning resources.
2017 - 2018
International Sales AgentMy job consisted of sales and addressing customer needs for EF — a global education company specializing in language training, educational travel, academic degree programs, and cultural exchange.
5.0
Rating
949
Students
4,275
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Italian Lessons
Italian
German
Trial Lesson
616 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Conversational - Italiano
B1 - C2Conversation462 lessons completed
USD 28.00+
Package with 20% off
A2 - B2 Italian Intermediate
A2 - B2Language Essentials112 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
A1 - A2 Basic Italian
A1 - A2Language Essentials474 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
Old Students Special – Pre-2026 Pricing
A1 - B1Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
192 Reviews
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Italian
German
Jenny
6 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Martina ist eine tolle Italienisch-Lehrerin, die sehr geduldig ist und mir viel Raum zum Sprechen gibt. Hier kann ich ohne Angst die Konversation üben, bekomme viele hilfreiche Tipps und lerne neue Wörter, die sie mir in einem Google-Dokument zur Verfügung stellt. Besonders toll ist es, dass ich mich mit ihr als Psychologin auch über die Arbeit und über spannende psychologische Themen austauschen kann. Nach nur 5 Stunden habe ich schon das Gefühl, dass ich mich sehr verbessert habe und deutlich flüssiger sprechen kann. Und wenn es doch einmal hakt, kann sie mir auch auf Deutsch weiterhelfen oder Dinge erklären, da sie beide Sprachen als Muttersprache kennt. Vielen lieben Dank für den tollen Unterricht!
Jul 15, 2025
Myriem
62 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I highly recommend without hesitation. tailor-made lessons !
I look forward for the next lesson!!!
May 20, 2021
Ben Perri
3 German lessons
Martina is amazing! Her quick perception of both my level and learning needs were spot on!!
Mar 13, 2026
Illia
11 German lessons
Teacher’s pick
I really enjoy our lessons with Martina! She is very smart, motivating and supportive. I never feel embarrassed of making mistakes at our lessons, and it's very important when you're looking for a good teacher. Thank you Martina! I'll definitely keep having more and more lessons.
Mar 22, 2023
Vern Martin
2 German lessons
Wonderful introductory conversation.
Mar 24, 2026
Antonia
7 Italian lessons
I'm enjoying the lessons a lot, she's very friendly and motivating and gives you space to make mistakes. :)
Mar 6, 2026
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