Hello, my name is Giuseppina De Leonardis and I'm an experienced native Italian tutor currently living in Germany. I have been giving Italian lessons online with Verbalplanet since 2025. I am currently offering a free initial trial lesson for new students.
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About me - English
Hello! My name is Giuseppina, and I’m a native Italian speaker with a double nationality, italian / German. I was born and studied in Italy, and I have had many international experiences abroad. I lived in Germany, China, and the United States, which helped me gain a deep understanding of different cultures and ways of learning languages. In Germany, I worked as a Course Manager, gaining experience in education and course organization, and later I decided to focus on teaching Italian, which I am truly passionate about.
Qualifications & Experience
I hold a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature
I am certified in CEDILS (University of Venice) for teaching Italian as a foreign language.
I have over 5 years of experience teaching Italian to students of different nationalities and proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced learners.
I also teach German, helping students improve their grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills.
My teaching style is personalized, communicative, and focused on real-life usage, making learning effective and enjoyable.
I have experience creating learning plans, exercises, and materials tailored to individual student needs.
Teaching Approach
My approach to teaching Italian is personalized, practical, and communicative. I adapt each lesson to the student’s level, goals, and interests, whether it’s improving conversation skills, mastering grammar, or preparing for exams.
I focus on real-life language use, using authentic materials and examples so students can speak and understand Italian confidently from the very first lesson. My lessons are interactive and engaging, combining speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities to develop all language skills.
I also encourage students to practice regularly and actively participate, providing clear explanations, helpful tips, and exercises tailored to their needs. My goal is to make learning Italian enjoyable, effective, and motivating.