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Italian with Sabrina I.

4.9
(23)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 14+
Speaks Italian, French, English
Teaching since 1997
Doctor of Modern Languages (D.M.L.) Italian and French

    Dreaming of Italy? Speak beautiful Italian and enjoy music, cinema and art while doing so!

    Speak beautiful, authentic Italian, and enjoy every moment of the learning process! I enjoy helping and inspiring students of all ages. As both a certified teacher and private tutor, I offer highly individualized, fun and engaging lessons to meet your personal goals, interests and learning styles. I use a variety of materials, including conversational dialogues, practical role-plays, music, videos, cartoons, and more. I hold a B.A., M.A. and Doctorate in Modern Languages and specialize in language instruction. We always infuse culture into each language lesson, and you will see I cater to your specific interests or future travel plans. I have been told my passion for Italian language and culture is contagious. I am patient, personable, knowledgeable, creative and fun-loving, and above all l will quickly figure out how you learn best and what motivates you. Thanks for reading!

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    12 AM-3 AM
    5 AM-12 PM
    11:30 PM-12 AM
    Tuesday
    12 AM-3 AM
    5 AM-12 PM
    11:30 PM-12 AM
    Wednesday
    12 AM-3 AM
    5 AM-12 PM
    11:30 PM-12 AM
    Thursday
    12 AM-3 AM
    5 AM-12 PM
    11:30 PM-12 AM
    Friday
    12 AM-12 PM
    Sunday
    11:30 PM-12 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $35
    45 minutes
    $50
    60 minutes
    $60

    About Sabrina I.

    4.9
    (23)
    Buon giorno! I'm Sabrina. I specialize in language instruction (Italian and French) and have spent the past 20 years working with students of all ages, as both a classroom teacher and a private tutor. I hold a Doctorate in Modern Languages, and offer highly individualized and engaging lessons to meet your personal goals, interests and above all, learning styles. I provide extensive feedback and encouraging guidance to help students continue to succeed independently. I love sharing my knowledge of and passion for the Italian language and culture with others. I infuse a variety of cultural topics into each language lesson, depending on your personal interests and/or travel plans. You will certainly find my passion contagious! But I realize learning a language isn't easy for everyone, and it can be quite intimidating to feel confident while speaking. That's why you need a teacher who can figure out what works for you, how you learn, and what motivates you. Everyone can speak beautiful Italian, and engage in conversations for business or pleasure, but it takes a knowledgeable instructor to help get you there efficiently. I can quickly assess and pinpoint your strengths to design activities that help you precisely where and how you need it, and have plenty of effective tricks up my sleeve. I lived and worked in Italy for about 10 years, in educational tourism, and since moving back to the US I have taught Italian at both the High School and University/College levels for about 4 years each, as well as Community and Continuing Adult Education classes for the past 6 years, and I have training in AP exam prep. Although I have native-fluency, I have myself been a student of foreign languages, and know the struggles that come along with this exciting adventure. I know how to help you get past those hurdles, and have fun along the way. To learn more about me, my lessons, or to ask me any questions, do not hesitate to send me a message and I will respond within a few hours. I look forward to hearing from you. A presto! (Talk to you soon.)
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    4.9
    23 Reviews
    Patricia
    Online
    Sabrina is patient with trying to understand your abilities and is able to work with you. This is important in a teacher as she is really teaching you as an individual and not just using a standardize format.
    Posted Apr 14, 2021
    Marianna
    Online
    Sabrina is a delightful instructor. She’s an experienced teacher and her fluency is impeccable. Her knowledge of the language and teaching ability are excellent. Lessons with Sabrina are fun, informative and perfectly tailored to your language level, goals and learning style. I highly recommend her for your Italian lessons!
    Posted Feb 11, 2021
    Phyllis
    Online
    Sabrina is wonderful. She's exactly what I hoped to find in my teacher. I speak some Italian, but I have gaps in my understanding correct usage of pronouns and several basic verbs. Our conversations bring those gaps out, and we work on correcting them. Sabrina is Patient, funny, calm, and professional. She manages to make me feel good about where I am, how far I have come, and where I am going with this beautiful language. Bravissima!
    Posted Dec 29, 2020
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    Experience

    Director, Youth School

    Apr, 2023 - Present

    Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis/St.Paul

    On-Line Italian Instructor

    May, 2019 - Present

    Take Lessons

    What a fabulous platform to use for language teaching! I am delighted to find that I can still keep my students engaged and having fun while they learn TONS of Italian online during these crazy times of only distance learning.

    Italian Instructor

    Sep, 2018 - Jan, 2020

    Italian Cultural Center

    I love teaching these students (age 6-10 years). It’s such a different approach than teaching high school, university, or Communiry Education, and has helped my lessons be even more playful and creative!

    Adjunct Professor

    Sep, 2017 - Dec, 2017

    University of St. Thomas

    Italian Instructor

    Jun, 2015 - Aug, 2015

    Penn State University

    High School Italian Teacher

    Sep, 2007 - Jun, 2011

    North Quincy High School, MA

    Education

    Diploma

    Sep, 1986 - Jun, 1992

    Hunter College High School

    Doctor of Modern Languages (D.M.L.) Italian and French

    Jun, 2007 - Aug, 2013

    Middlebury College Language Schools

    M.A. Italian Language and Literature

    Jun, 1999 - Aug, 2001

    Middlebury College Language Schools

    B.A. Italian Language and Literature

    Sep, 1992 - May, 1996

    Smith College

    Certifications

    Teaching License, Grades 5-12

    Jan, 2004

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts

    Awards

    Davy Carozza Memorial Prize for Academic Excellence

    Aug, 1999

    Middlebury College

    Affiliations

    American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages

    Sep, 2002

    The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of instruction. ACTFL is an individual membership organization of more than 12,000 language educators, students, and administrators.

    Italian Language Foundation

    Sep, 2021

    The Italian Language Foundation is dedicated to promoting and sustaining Italian language education in the United States and Canada and supports the College Board’s Advanced Placement program in Italian Language and Culture. The Foundation is a not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) corporation qualified by the Internal Revenue Service to receive tax deductible contributions. Established in July 3, 2008 by Margaret I. Cuomo, M.D., and Louis A. Tallarini, the Italian Language Foundation has consistently encouraged students to learn the Italian language, and offers successful students special awards and benefits. In addition, teachers of Italian who are members of the Italian Language Foundation are supported with free professional development workshops and other incentives to enhance their teaching skills.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Italian

    Native Proficiency

    French

    Native Proficiency

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