Learn Italian with Vanessa Amodio
Qualified Italian teacher with a Master’s in Teaching Italian — one-to-one and group lessons, online and in London.
About me
I’m Vanessa Amodio, a qualified teacher of Italian to foreign speakers. I hold a Master’s degree in Teaching and Promoting Italian Language and Culture from Università Ca’ Foscari Venezia, and I trained at International House London.
I’ve been teaching Italian since 2021 — one-to-one and in small groups, online and in person — and I currently teach at City Lit, International House London and other London language schools.
I use a fully communicative, up-to-date approach: I always present the language in context, so grammar, phonology and vocabulary come up naturally through everyday situations. I create authentic teaching materials around my students’ needs, and every course covers all four skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Whether you’re starting from zero or polishing your Italian for work or study, we build the course around what you actually need.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Teaching and Promoting Italian Language and Culture — Università Ca’ Foscari Venezia, 2023
- Trained CILS examiner — Università per Stranieri di Siena
- Qualified teacher of Italian to foreign speakers (CLTA), trained at International House London
- Teaching Italian since 2021, from complete beginners to advanced learners
My courses
- Italian for beginners (A1–A2) — start from zero and build solid foundations in grammar, pronunciation and everyday conversation.
- Intermediate conversation (B1–B2) — improve your fluency, expand your vocabulary and talk about current affairs and culture.
- Advanced Italian (C1–C2) — refine the language for study, work or exams.
- Exam preparation — as a trained CILS examiner, I prepare students for CILS and other official Italian certifications.
- Italian for work — professional language, job applications and business communication.
How it works
- Initial consultation — we talk about your goals, your current level and the time you can dedicate to studying.
- Personalised plan — I prepare a tailor-made course with authentic materials and practical activities.
- Flexible lessons — one-to-one or in a group, online or in person in London, at times that fit your schedule.
- Measurable progress — regular checks and continuous feedback to keep you motivated.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do the lessons take place?
Online, and in person in London.
What levels do you teach?
All levels, from complete beginners (A1) to advanced learners (C1–C2).
Do you prepare students for official exams?
Yes. I trained as a CILS examiner at Università per Stranieri di Siena, and I prepare students for CILS and other official Italian certifications.
Are lessons one-to-one or in a group?
Both. I teach one-to-one and small-group lessons, and every course covers all four skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking.
How do I get started?
Email vanessa.amodio90@gmail.com with your goals and your current level. We’ll arrange a first lesson and I’ll put together a plan for you.
Get in touch
Ready to start your Italian journey? Write to me and let’s arrange your first lesson.
Email: vanessa.amodio90@gmail.com
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