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Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
I am an Italian mother tongue and teach Italian at all levels, both grammar and conversation.

Tell me about your qualifications.
BA in Translations Studies
MA in Conference interpreting
DPSI in Law from IoL (www.iol.org)
Professional freelance interpreter and translator.

What kind of experience do you have?
4+ experience as a private tutor. Also been tutoring at Exeter University.

How much do you charge?
I charge £25/hour for conversation lessons, £20 for grammar. Any travel expenses are added to the rate. Groups of two/three are at a discounted rate.

Where do you teach?
I usually teach from home. I am close to St. Lukes Campus, Exeter. I am also happy to meet students in town free of charge.

When are you available?
All days of the week, except Sat and Sun. Exceptions apply, please double-check with me on a week-to-week basis.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
18+

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
No, I don't. The current legislation does not allow the self-employed (which I am) to apply for a CRB check on themselves.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I'm happy to arrange Skype videocalls/chats.

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
ITI
IoL
ASETRAD

Tell me about some of your current students.
A group of dedicated intermediate students of various ages (35 to 65!) - academy course

A group of proficient conversation students - university course

Some one-to-one students (for work-related purposes or other) - private lessons

Do you have a personal message for students?
I believe in communication. But communication is up to us. I can help you find a meeting between the two, at reasonable costs and while having fun!

Articles

Who Speaks Italian?
Subject: Italian
Topic: did you know?
Created: 25/02/2009