Amazing teacher! Whether you're just starting out and barely speak any Italian, or you already speak well and just want to practice conversation, She adapts perfectly to your level. She made me feel comfortable right from the start, explains everything with so much patience and clarity, and always finds the right way to get a concept across. The lessons are never boring, in fact we laugh a lot and time just flies by. You can really tell she loves teaching, and she's always kind and available. Highly recommended, no matter your level!

Ileana is one of the best teachers I have ever had overall. Her mastery of Italian, Latin, and their literatures is truly impressive, and she also shares this knowledge with evident passion from the very first lesson. She welcomes questions with eagerness, creating an atmosphere where students feel comfortable exploring and making mistakes without embarrassment. Her lessons are intellectually stimulating, ranging effortlessly from high politics to Italian regional culture, while being engaging and uplifting. What I admire most about Ileana (and what puzzles me most as well) is her rare ability to combine profound scholarship ("bookish" knowledge) with a keen understanding of her students needs (practical knowledge). She intuitively recognizes the challenges students face and addresses them naturally through the flow of the lesson. Beyond all this, she is incredibly kind and approachable. I'd not only recommend her but also add: sbrigati!