Rafael Leite
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Rafael Leite
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
Italian
Specialties
BusinessCertified, friendly and patient Portuguese Teacher w/ 10 (classroom) + 4 (online) years experience!
Teaches
Portuguese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
French
Italian
Specialties
BusinessCertified, friendly and patient Portuguese Teacher w/ 10 (classroom) + 4 (online) years experience!
From BrazilLiving in Sao Paulo, Brazil (08:18 UTC-03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 29, 2020Interest topicHistoryReadingWriting
Dear Students,
My name is Rafael Leite, and I have been working as a Portuguese second language instructor for ten years (+4 years online experience). I consider myself easy to work with, organized, and always ready to support my students.
Fortunately, I have vast pedagogical experience with all levels of proficiency in Portuguese, as well as experience preparing students for the Portuguese proficiency exam, Celpe-Bras.
All this experience has helped me grow as a teacher and as a person. I really hope to contribute to your language improvement in the best way possible so that you can continue this amazing journey which is learning my native language.Me as a Teacher
During these years I have improved my skills by teaching many international students including children, teenagers, and adults from different age groups. I use various techniques in my classes based on the student, as students have different backgrounds and needs. I have experience teaching international banking professionals, American, European and Japanese multinational executives as well as several professionals from the US and Australians on diplomatic mission in Brazil.My lessons & teaching style
My methodology is based on the Communicative and Usage Based Approaches which aims to use communication as the major point to address grammar, lexicon and the interpersonal skills necessary to help students of Portuguese as a Second Language acquire fluency.
Usually, the class is split into 3 parts: 1. Review of what was discussed in the previous lesson(s) followed by feedback on assignments, conversation on everyday topics such as, family, friends, routine and news. 2. Small lecture, which approaches grammar and a vocabulary topic and oral practice. 3. Debates and discussions on current topics.
I tailor the class based on the student’s specific needs.My teaching material
- Audio files
- Test templates and examples
- Text Documents
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
- PDF file
- Image files
Certificates
Espanhol B1 - Coined - 2014Certificado de curso de Língua Espanhola, em Buenos Aires - Argentina.
Spanish Language Certificate, in Buenos Aires - Argentina.
Certificate verified
Inglês B2 - LTC Brighton - 2012Certificado de Língua Inglesa, em Brighton - Inglaterra.
English Language Certificate, in Brighton - England.
Certificate verified
Education
2005 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Bachelor's in Portuguese
2009 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Técnicas da Estrutura Gramatical e Textual da LP
2022 - 2023
Master's - Língua Portuguesa e LiteraturaEspecialização em língua portuguesa da variedade brasileira e literatura.
Work Experience
2010 - 2012
Analista de DocumentaçãoPortuguese text reviewer for user instruction manuals and workbooks of training.
2012 - 2020
Coordenador e Professor de PortuguêsAs coordinator I was responsible for managing the administrative and pedagogical activities which includes organizing class schedules, meeting weekly with teachers to improve student learning, and making extra activities for improving school lessons.
As Portuguese teacher for foreigners I was responsible for teaching students of all levels and needs.
5.0
Rating
371
Students
4,731
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
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Portuguese Lessons
Trial Lesson
191 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Conversação Prática - Pré-intermediário ao Avançado Superior
B1 - C2Language Essentials1,125 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 6% off
Portuguese Beginner
A1 - A2Language Essentials2,049 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 6% off
Português Intermediário ao Avançado - B1 ao C2
B1 - C2Language Essentials1,063 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 6% off
"This price is only for current students who have previously purchased a package."
B2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 6% off
Availability
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My creations
Podcast (16)
Quiz (4)
242 Reviews
Paula Mookerjee
115 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
When I first decided to take Portuguese lessons on italki as a beginner, I was nervous about focusing solely on the speaking aspect, afraid of saying things incorrectly and making mistakes. This journey has been a complete surprise for me - Rafa is a wonderful teacher, very patient, and friendly. Whereas I thought I might struggle to get through an hour, the class flies by each time as conversation is fun and engaging, and suddenly communication becomes the main focus. I love how the topics of focus are varied - between history, culture, music, and politics mixed in with learning the basics of conjugation, grammar, vocabulary and - my favorite - colloquialisms. :) Thank you for being awesome, Rafa.. até a próxima!
Jan 5, 2022
Renzo D'Angelo
225 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
As aulas com Rafael são sempre ótimas. É difícil encontrar um assunto que ele não conhece, você pode se sentir totalmente confiante para falar sobre qualquer coisa, ele é um excelente professor e, acima de tudo, uma boa pessoa ,)
Dec 29, 2021
Lyra Martin
109 Portuguese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Learning with Rafael is such a joy. The sessions are fun, engaging, and effective.
I am getting more and more compliments on my improvement in Portuguese. Thanks Rafael!
Dec 10, 2020
Erin Robinson
19 Portuguese lessons
I’ve been taking Rafael’s classes for almost a year and I really enjoy them! It’s a great and relaxing way to practice conversation, which is what I really need the most. Rafael is encouraging, patient and friendly and I learn so many new words every class. His podcast is also great, and a wonderful companion tool to practice listening.
Oct 4, 2024
Yusuke Nishino
6 Portuguese lessons
I talked about movies this time. i really like horror movies but i found out it is so difficult to tell in portuguese.
this time he gave me some good tips to talk about movies.
Thank you so much.
Aug 21, 2024
Yusuke Nishino
6 Portuguese lessons
it was my first lesson in italki and i had good impressions on him. i think i will book his lessons more and learn more portuguese with him.
Aug 5, 2024
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