Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Top-class  degree, Italian Langauges and Studies, Northwestern University, awarded the $15,000 Elizabeth V. Dempsey Scholarship for Excellence in a Foreign Language
• Extensive year-long study, University of Bologna, Italy
• 2 years working experience, teaching languages in Italy and Europe
  — English Language Private Tutor, Bologna, Italy
  — ESL Instructor, LastroLabio, Inc, Milan, Italy
  — ESL Advanced Conversation Agent, Pueblo Ingles, Madrid, Spain
  — Advanced English Conversation Agent, Private, Berlin, Germany
• References available upon request, with both local and international clients

Great For:

— University or High School students studying for class or exams
— Travelers heading to Italy for vacation, hoping to learn basic skills
— Intermediates wanting to brush up on grammar or fundamentals
— Advanced students, wanting to practice grammar or conversation
— Beginners wanting personal one-on-one attention as they learn the language
— New students, wanting to learn for fun and enjoyment

Perks:

— Pacing tailored to your level and desire; we can go as fast or as slow as you’d like
— One-on-one personal attention, to make sure you’re keeping up and getting the most out of your lesson
— Materials can be provided
— Native English speaker, who can explain each part of the learning process in detail to you in English
— Lots of connections to the Italian community in Chicago – can arrange movie screenings, cultural events, food tastings and more as great ways to practice and immerse yourself in the language

Topics Covered:
— Fundamentals — Grammar — Conversation — Travel Basics — Vocabulary Practice and Enhancement — Slang — Accent — Italian for Travelers — Italian for Foodies — Test Prep

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