Sylvia 🇮🇹
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Sylvia 🇮🇹
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Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
French
Greek
Other
30+yrs professional teaching * certified Italian/English interpreter+Ex stewardess and Yoga teacher*
Teaches
Italian
Native
Speaks
English
French
Greek
Other
30+yrs professional teaching * certified Italian/English interpreter+Ex stewardess and Yoga teacher*
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From ItalyLiving in Other, Italy (13:12 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 31, 2016InterestsFilms & TV SeriesPets & AnimalsArtTravelEnvironment & Nature
Would you like to learn/ improve your Italian with the help of a professional with long teaching experience? Are you planning a visit to Italy soon ? Welcome to my page!
After being a flight attendant and a certified Italian/English interpreter, I taught Italian in California and during a long stay in India, I got my Hatha Yoga teacher certification . Speaking foreign languages , my Yoga and meditation background helped me being empathic , supportive and understanding towards my students! My big passion is travelling , Yoga and meditation , hiking in nature ,animals , photography , foreign languages , art, cinema etc.Me as a Teacher
Passion, patience , sense of humour and enthusiasm are the" ingredients" in my teaching! I really enjoy my job! Students think my teaching is clear , well-structured and stress free , taking into account the difficulties of my native language . I have extensive experience with students of all ages and motivations :travelling, communicating with relatives & friends, working , school studying or simply enjoying to learn /improve Italian!
** Looking forward to help you with your Italian!You can start anytime ,anywhere and at any age ** I am learning new languages too!😉My lessons & teaching style
I like to create a welcoming, pleasant atmosphere with my student and together we will work on
*pronunciation and intonation
*reinforce grammar
*build up vocabulary and typical Italian daily expressions
*encourage conversation
*correct mistakes
*If you are beginner you will learn basic grammar and enough vocabulary to make you feel confident .
*If you are intermediate or advanced, we will use articles, videos, books, podcasts, songs, etc. about topics of your interest!
Feel welcome to book a trial lesson and send me your CONTACT FORM ! GRAZIE!
***I follow Italki's 24 HOUR CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULE POLICY*** thanks for your understanding!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
- Graphs and charts
Certificates
A.I.T.I - (Association Italian translators interpreters) - 2016
Certificate verified
English /Italian tutor - Alexandria Institute of Athens - 2015
Certificate verified
English/Italian Tutor - Brunetti Language School Bordighera, Italy - 1990
Certificate verified
English/Italian tutor - Istituto Professionale del Commercio, Sanremo - 1987
Certificate verified
A.I.T.I - Italian interpreters/translators - 1985
Certificate verified
TOEFL - University of California , Long Beach - 1985
Certificate verified
Flight attendant - Alitalia - 1980
Certificate verified
Maturita' classica - G.Rossi Liceo Classico - 1977
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
1989 - 1990
Italian/English teacherConversation teacher for High school students
1986 - 1987
Italian/English conversational tutorOne - on one lessons and group lessons Italian/English
2009 - 2015
Italian/English teacherItalian/English lessons(all levels)
2015 - 2016
Italian/English teacher
2016 - 2024
Italian professional teacheritalian (all levels)
Education
1972 - 1977
Other - maturita' classica
Work Experience
1980 - 1982
flight attendant
1997 - 1999
Tour leaderTour leader around the world
2010 - 2018
yoga teacher
2008 - 2012
Italian interpreterInterpreter and translator
5.0
Rating
284
Students
6,863
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Italian Lessons
Trial Lesson
203 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
ITALIAN ( from ABSOLUTE BEGINNER to ADVANCED)
A1 - C1Language Essentials5,066 lessons completed
USD 27.00+
Package with 1% off
ITALIAN CONVERSATION
B2 - C2Conversation842 lessons completed
USD 27.00+
Package with 1% off
ITALIAN FOR TWO PEOPLE (ALL LEVELS)
A1 - C2Language Essentials402 lessons completed
USD 42.00+
ITALIAN FOR FLIGHT ATTENDANTS
A2 - C2Language Essentials7 lessons completed
USD 27.00+
Package with 1% off
Availability
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1,549 Reviews
Yasmine
18 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I always knew that I met Sylvia for a reason! I remember going through many introductory italian teacher videos until something resonated when i saw Sylvia’s profile. I’m so happy I followed my gut in trying a lesson with her so many years ago, because she has been such a blessing! She is so full of light and stories, and has the best way of explaining things! Grazie grazie grazie. I don’t believe in coincidences and so I know that she was always meant to be my teacher, especially with the amount of similar interests that we have! See you next week!
Yasmine x
Jul 17, 2024
Michelle
65 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
During my lesson with Sylvia I am challenged to speak and understand Italian in an absolutely stress free setting. I greatly enjoy each and every lesson and feel motivated to continue studying!
Oct 15, 2023
Jean Mandell - home
151 Italian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sylvia is a sensitive and wonderful teacher. She is patient, organized, creative and caring. I look forward to my sessions and can't speak highly enough about Sylvia!
Feb 23, 2022
Deb
221 Italian lessons
Grazie mille!
Nov 24, 2024
Davis Oldham
77 Italian lessons
Un argomento interessante per la lezione. Bell'idea. Grazie come sempre.
Nov 22, 2024
Deb
221 Italian lessons
Grazie mille! Ci piace tutto il nuovo vocabolario!
Nov 16, 2024
Trial Lesson
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