Italian teacher Elisa Damaso

Elisa Damaso

Community Tutor
Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
French
Spanish
Italian tutor | (Aspiring) polyglot ( ITA, ENG, FR, ES) | Political science graduate
From ItalyLiving in Other, Spain (14:57 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 6, 2025
InterestsMusicHistoryFilms & TV SeriesReadingTravel
Hi there! My name is Elisa, I'm from Venice, and I graduated in Political Science at Ca’ Foscari University with a thesis on the sociology of migration. Alongside studying and teaching, I’m involved in activism for human rights and social justice. I have been teaching Italian to foreign students through local associations focused on integration and support for immigrants, and this is something I continue to do. It has allowed me to work with people from diverse backgrounds and to see how language can truly connect individuals. I try to make my lessons feel relaxed. I like creating a space where students can speak freely, make mistakes, and enjoy learning Italian. I speak fluent English, Spanish and French, which helps students learn Italian more easily through their native language. I enjoy getting to know my students as people and love hearing about their lives and interests, while helping them make continuous progress in Italian. For me, it’s important that you feel supported from the very first lesson. My lessons are mainly conversation-based, emphasizing real, natural use of Italian. I love listening to students talk about their lives, interests, and experiences. I learn a lot from them, and I enjoy exploring whatever topic comes up - sociology, politics, literature, music, films, or anything else. For beginners, I can also prepare more structured lessons focused on essential vocabulary and grammar, helping them start speaking Italian right away.
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Image files
  • Video files
  • Articles and news
  • Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
61
Students
409
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Italian Lessons

Trial Lesson
13 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Chiacchieriamo! 🗣️
B1 -  C2

Conversation

381 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 6% off
Italian from scratch 📝📌
A1 -  A2

Language Essentials

13 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 5% off
Italian for travel ☀️ ✈️
A2 -  B2

Language Essentials

2 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 6% off

Availability

25 Reviews

Student Tim Crowley
Tim Crowley
15 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Elisa is an exceptional teacher whose genuine enthusiasm for language keeps her students focused, motivated, and fully engaged. She shines not only intellectually but also in her warmth, patience, and integrity as a person. Her teaching style is flexible and approachable rather than rigid, yet she has a natural way of making corrections feel meaningful and constructive rather than discouraging. What sets Elisa apart is her ability to truly connect with her students, creating an environment where learning feels both effective and enjoyable. She listens, adapts, and encourages in a way that inspires confidence and progress. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a teacher who is both engaging and dedicated. Among the many italki teachers available, Elisa easily ranks in the top 10%.
Mar 26, 2026
Student Rudy Rosenberg
Rudy Rosenberg
11 Italian lessons
Elisa is a great teacher, she makes the lessons enjoyable and interesting. I am learning about the Italian culture and history, as well as the language.
Apr 21, 2026
IT3274
7 Italian lessons
Elisa e una bravissima insegnante!
Feb 26, 2026
Student Aatos
Aatos
1 Italian lesson
Oggi abbiamo avuto la nostra prima discussione e devo dire che è stata molto proficua e interessante. La mia prima impressione di Elisa come insegnante è stata molto positiva. È un'insegnante cordiale e motivante, quindi i 30 minuti sono volati. Ha anche corretto i miei errori nel discorso. Ci siamo capiti molto bene e la lezione mi è piaciuta davvero molto. Grazie mille Elisa, ci rivedremo.
Apr 29, 2026
Ismael
1 Italian lesson
One of the best teachers I’ve ever had, she is amazing At what she does she uses professional methods to make me remember the words in Italian is really easy with the teacher like her, well deserved five stars i’m definitely continuing lessons with her
Mar 18, 2026
Student Rudy Rosenberg
Rudy Rosenberg
11 Italian lessons
Elisa is a great teacher, she makes you feel comfortable, while learning and practicing material already learnt.
Feb 23, 2026