Information About Marika - Weymouth teacher - (60 reviews)
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Italian |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £35.00 |
| Intermediate | £35.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £40.00 |
Personal Description:
I am a native Italian tutor and translator (AITI) from Venice. I studied English and Spanish Language and Literature at Ca' Foscari University, Venice, Italy.
Teaching Experience:
Online private tuitions on one-to-one basis for business, holiday purposes and preparation for OU, GCSE and A-Levels. I was an Italian Lecturer at Weymouth College and I have experience of conducting GCSEs and A-Level oral exams for different Examination boards. I am also a writer of didactics material and books for an online company.
I taught Primary children for a language and football project. It was extremely well received and the children loved learning Italian.
Teaching Approach:
Friendly and flexible attitude towards tutees. I focus on grammar, theory and conversation for a correct spoken/written language. I often prepare materials myself because I tailor each course to every student's ability and pace. Lessons are currently held through Skype or Zoom.
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Native Language: Italian
Additional Languages: Spanish
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: Spanish
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Langue & Parole (2014) - Course in Literary Translation (Professional) (✔ On File)
- Cambridge Language (2013) - IELTS (School) (✔ On File)
- Langue & Parole (2013) - Course in Culinary Translation (Professional) (✔ On File)
- University of Venice (1996) - Degree in Modern Languages (Masters) (✔ On File)
Marika's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 60 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Chiara. It's been an absolute pleasure teaching Mathilda! I'm confident she'll achieve top marks.
From Elisabetta (/5): Marika has been preparing my son for the Italian GCSE exam. Despite Francis being tired at the end of a school day, Marika is very patient and manages to teach the language with a light touch but determination. In just a few lessons, he has made huge progress. I highly recommend Marika!
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Elisabetta for your kind words. Francis is quite a bright boy so I'm sure he'll do well.
From Stefanos (/5): Excellent teacher!!
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Stefanos.
From Karen (/5): Marika has been tutoring our daughter for her Italian GCSE for the past three months. We have found her to be highly professional, conscientious and an excellent tutor. Marika has been kind and patient with our often shy daughter and under her expert tutelage her confidence in her abilities to speak Italian have grown to the point where she recently sat the speaking part of the examination with confidence and ease. Marika now turns to tutoring our daughter for the three other elements of the GCSE and we are sure that she will do an equally excellent job of preparing her. We feel very fortunate to have found Marika, who has gone above and beyond to develop a good relationship with our daughter, building trust and mutual respect which has made the sessions worthwhile. We can highly recommend Marika, she knows her stuff and understands what is required, on top of that she is a lovely person :-)
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Karen for your feedback. I'm really touched by your words. Your daughter is such an adorable girl! It's a pleasure teaching her.
From Sam (/5): I've really enjoyed my Italian lessons with Marika. She offers a nice mix of theory and practical, mixed in with interactive learning to keep things fresh. She has a nice sense of humour so the lessons are fun and engaging. Plus she is also keen to give context to the language and its use which is very important. It's very easy to arrange lessons and she is always very organised. I would highly recommend Marika to anyone looking for a true Italian speaker and experienced tutor.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Sam. Ci vediamo tra poco
From Gaelle (/5): I have had lessons (on zoom) with Marika now for 6 months and I find the lessons really enjoyable, having the right mix of speaking, listening and theory/ grammar.
My Italian has become better, and I now feel much more confident speaking than I was before.
I would highly recommend Marika as a teacher.
My Italian has become better, and I now feel much more confident speaking than I was before.
I would highly recommend Marika as a teacher.
Reply from: Marika: I really appreciate your feedback. It's a pleasure teaching you.
From Anjana (/5): Marika has been teaching me Italian GCSE since December 2020 and I am very pleased to say that I have just received my results and I have received a 9 in Italian! I have found Marika to be a very patient, knowledgable and understanding tutor. She is very punctual and prompt, always taking the time to understand where the gaps in my knowledge are. She tutored me using a range of techniques and would constantly go over the areas I struggled with, to aid my understanding.I would highly recommend Marika to anyone looking for a considerate, professional and effective Italian tutor.
Thank you Marika for all your help. (Written in Aug 2022)
Thank you Marika for all your help. (Written in Aug 2022)
Reply from: Marika: It's been a pleasure teaching you. I wish you all the best.
From Lucy (/5): Thank you Marika for being such a patient and skilled teacher in all parts of the Italian A level curriculum. Both my Son and Daughter achieved A* grades at A level and they were both so thrilled. I would recommend Marika to parents and also for any adult learning as she has a very professional and calm level of teaching. We are all so delighted :)
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Lucy for your kind words. I'm so pleased for them!
From Adrina (/5): Marika is an exceptional (and native) Italian tutor who has helped me improve dramatically within the last 5 months. I married an Italian man (from Tuscany) and I’m already fluent in French. I wanted to learn Italian as well as I only had the basic foundations of skills and understanding.
Since tutoring with Marika, my vocabulary has increased, my knowledge of pronouns (direct and indirect), idiomatic language, along with my fluency and expression. Marika also knows how to keep challenging me so that I keep improving and I always look forward to our sessions.
Why is Marika the best? Well, in my humble opinion, aside from being a patient, kind and friendly facilitator of learning, she is an Italian native who has the contextual, cultural and linguistic advantage over other non-native tutors who teach modern languages. I love our conversation classes and always look forward to the next (homework, too!).
Marika, grazie mille! Sempre un piacere per me!
Adrina
Since tutoring with Marika, my vocabulary has increased, my knowledge of pronouns (direct and indirect), idiomatic language, along with my fluency and expression. Marika also knows how to keep challenging me so that I keep improving and I always look forward to our sessions.
Why is Marika the best? Well, in my humble opinion, aside from being a patient, kind and friendly facilitator of learning, she is an Italian native who has the contextual, cultural and linguistic advantage over other non-native tutors who teach modern languages. I love our conversation classes and always look forward to the next (homework, too!).
Marika, grazie mille! Sempre un piacere per me!
Adrina
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Adrina per le tue parole gentili. Il piacere è anche mio!
From Wayne (/5): Marika is friendly and professional, with a good sense of humor.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie, Wayne :-)
From Ali (/5): Marika is very friendly, professional and punctual, I highly recommend!
Reply from: Marika: Grazie, Ali.
From Gaynor (/5): As an adult beginner, I have found Marika very skillful in finding different ways for me to learn. We are starting with the foundations and she is very encouraging and patient. All with a sense of humour.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Gaynor!
From Jake (/5): Have kept putting off 1-1 lessons for a while as I wasn't sure what I'd think. Took the leap and couldn't be happier and this is down to an excellent teacher who makes every lesson very enjoyable. I have learnt so much already and I like the fact that Marika pushes homework to encourage her pupils to keep learning outside of lessons.
Grazie Marika
Grazie Marika
Reply from: Marika: Grazie mille, Jake! You are such a brilliant and quick learner.
From Caroline (/5): I am loving my sessions with Marika. She is patient and diligent, correcting my Italian grammar and providing an ongoing Italian vocabulary which is just what I need.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Caroline :-)
From Ilona (/5): Marika is an excellent tutor. She is well organised, thoughtful and responsive to my needs as a learner. She has a very friendly and engaging style and her explanations are clear and helpful. I like the focused tasks Marika sets between lessons and I always look forward to the next session!
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Ilona, for your lovely review.
From Christopher (/5): I am a beginner with Italian and started my lessons only a few weeks ago with Marika. Marika is very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher and I am making good progress. I would highly recommend Marika to anyone who needs an Italian tutor.
Reply from: Marika: Molte grazie Christopher :-)
From Helen (/5): I really look forward to and enjoy my lessons with Marika. She pitches the level of conversation well for me and we discuss a range of subjects. She will set me homework on various grammar points which have come up during the class and she sends me new vocabulary from the class. I think she has a wide range of lesson aides/homework options available to suit all levels. I am very satisfied to have Marika as my teacher.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Helen. And I'm very happy to have such a lovely and talented student :-)
From Spyros (/5): Fantastic teacher. She has been helping my son for his GCSE ‘s and are extremely happy of her contribution. I definitely recommend her highly!!
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Spyros. It's a pleasure to teach Alessandro. I'm sure he'll do pretty well.
From Eva (/5): Marika is really the perfect language teacher for me: Her lessons are clearly structured with long term goals in mind. She won't let go if I make the same stupid mistakes. She makes me practice till I really get it. Her approach and insights in the language is not that of a narrow mind, so each lesson has always been really interesting. And she has a gift to make the lessons fun and exciting. One feels comfortable and not overwhelmed with all the difficulties language learning brings with. I feel extremely lucky having her as a teacher. I can highly recommend her.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Eva.
I feel lucky to have such an interesting student! :-)
I feel lucky to have such an interesting student! :-)
From Madeleine (/5): I have had 7 lessons with Marika so far and I continue to sign up for more. She is a very good teacher - very friendly and I immediately felt at ease with her. I think I am progressing very well under her guidance!
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Maddie.
I'm sure you'll make a lot of progress as you are a brilliant student!
I'm sure you'll make a lot of progress as you are a brilliant student!
From Becki (/5): Marika has been tutoring me for my A level Italian. She is an excellent teacher and I would highly recommend her as a teacher. She well prepared and her lessons are really interesting. She is very friendly and easy going, which instantly puts you at ease as the student. I have thoroughly enjoyed being taught by Marika and have seen a great improvement in my Italian thanks to her knowledge and expertise. Thank you!
Reply from: Marika: It's been my pleasure. You have been the perfect student!
I wish you all the best for your future at university. In bocca al lupo!
I wish you all the best for your future at university. In bocca al lupo!
From Sheila (/5): Marika was very friendly and made it easy to relax and feel comfortable during the lesson. She also understood immediately the type of lessons I am looking for I very much look forward to my coming lessons.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Sheila.
Looking forward to carrying on teaching you.
Looking forward to carrying on teaching you.
From James (/5): Learning a new language with Marika has been a fantastic experience.
Marika is kind, patient, and very good at knowing when to teach new elements, when to go over previous elements, and when to do a certain element for a little longer.
I enjoy every moment of the lesson, and would recommend Marika to anyone looking to learn Italian at any level.
Marika is kind, patient, and very good at knowing when to teach new elements, when to go over previous elements, and when to do a certain element for a little longer.
I enjoy every moment of the lesson, and would recommend Marika to anyone looking to learn Italian at any level.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you James for you kind words.
I'm glad you are really enjoying the lessons. I enjoy teaching you as well. It's rewarding having such a bright student! A dopo.
I'm glad you are really enjoying the lessons. I enjoy teaching you as well. It's rewarding having such a bright student! A dopo.
From Rosie (/5): Marika was able to get to my level of Italian by asking questions and getting me to ask her questions in Italian . A very promising first lesson
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Rosie.
From Ian (/5): Early days but very good so far! Thank you.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you.
From Tim (/5): Marika is a great tutor. We have had 3 lessons so far, starting with some grammar and transitioning into verbs and conversational skills. She is flexible, kind and motivating. I am looking forward to my next lessons with her, and I would highly recommend her to anyone considering Italian lessons.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Tim. It's a pleasure teaching you.
From Caryn (/5): Marika is an excellent teacher, and having the one-too-one tuition in her relaxing home stops it being too intimidating! Ciao.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Caryn :)
From Barry (/5): I have just attended my second Italian lesson with Marika and am very impressed with her style of teaching. I have attemped to learn Italian a number of times but not with a one to one teacher. I think Marika has made a good assessment of where I am at present and I feel both comfortable and motivated by the work she has set me. Marika is a very professional and experienced teacher and hopefully will adapt my lessons to suit my abilities. I feel very fortunate to have found an excellent teacher like Marika.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you for your nice words.
I’m sure you’ll make a lot of progress. It’s a pleasure to teach to such a keen student .
I’m sure you’ll make a lot of progress. It’s a pleasure to teach to such a keen student .
From Aurora (/5): I found communication very easy, Marika is open, kind , has a fabulous sense of humour and makes my son feel at ease. He likes studying with her
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Aurora. It's a pleasure to teach your son.
From Tom (/5): Marika is a welcoming and able tutor who provides interesting props and worksheets to enhance learning. The focus on grammar is suitably challenging albeit,occasionally, slightly advanced for a learner at beginner/intermediate level. Sessions which include translation of text and development of conversational skills are highly appreciated. Keep up the good work Marika, muchos gracias de Tom
Reply from: Marika: Muchas gracias, Tom.
I will try to keep it easier for you and not push you too much.
Hasta pronto.
I will try to keep it easier for you and not push you too much.
Hasta pronto.
From Mark (/5): Marika, you are a native speaker who understands not just my needs but also the different aspects of Italian as a spoken language, dialects and regional character which interest me. Your resource suggestions have been really useful in underpinning the learning in lessons. You have developed my understanding, skills and confidence. Brava e graze :-)
Reply from: Marika: Grazie a te!
From Christopher (/5): Marika is an excellent teacher and I thoroughly enjoy the lesson.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Christopher. My pleasure.
From Roy (/5): Very nice & very professional lady. Marika worked hard to help our daughter understand her Spanish, as her school teachers were failing her.
Highly recommend.
Highly recommend.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Roy for your kind words.
From Jan (/5): Great lesson again today, thank you. I'm enjoying the learning very much
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Jan! My pleasure
From James (/5): I'm so pleased I found Marika on First Tutors. Before selecting Marika, I had read her reviews, which were excellent. I concur with the previous reviewers, Marika is a great tutor. Calm, warm and tailors the lesson to your goals. Marika is easy to talk with and patient. Highly recommended.
Reply from: Marika: Many thanks for your very kind comments, James. It's a pleasure to teach to such a keen student. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave me such generous feedback. See you next week.
From Natalie (/5): Marika gave my daughter a few Spanish lessons to boost her confidence. We both found her friendly and helpful. The few lessons my daughter had really helped her. We will definitely be back for more lessons in the future.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Natalie. I‘m so glad I was helpful and able to help Molly boost her confidence. She is a lovely lovely student. Looking forward to teaching her again.
From Denise (/5): Marika is an excellent teacher. She makes learning Italian fun and interesting. I would highly recommend her.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Denise! Piacere mio.
From Tudor (/5): Enjoying our conversation classes very much. You are obviously a well-qualified and experienced teacher and that comes across in the lessons. For our next lesson, I hope to be Skyping you from Italy.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie. A presto!
From Fiona (/5): Love having lessons with Marika - we just chat - in italian - within my capabilities and I learn loads without even noticing. Her very supportive approach is great for building confidence in speaking the language.
Reply from: Marika: Piacere mio :)
From Sandy (/5): Excellent teacher. Easy to understand and makes learning interesting. I would recommend this teacher to anyone. If you really want to learn Italian properly then this is definitely the person you need to use.
Reply from: Marika: Grazie Sandy. My pleasure to teach you!
A presto :)
A presto :)
From Keith (/5): Marika is obviously a very good teacher not to mention very patient. Early days as I’ve had to go back to very basic tuition . I would recommend her for sure.
Keith
Keith
Reply from: Marika: Thank you for your nice words, Keith.
From Sue (/5): I've only had one lesson with Marika but I have found her to be friendly and welcoming and happy to work with me on the Spanish language skill that I need most i.e. listening.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Sue. It's a pleasure to teach you.
From Marian (/5): A very kind and sympathetic tutor. I am a nervous student in her 60s, who is enthusiastic but slow. I have every confidence Marika will help me overcome my nerves so I can enjoy learning and speaking Italian. I look forward to many more tutorials with Marika.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Marian. I'm glad to see your progress already and I'm looking forward to carrying teaching to you. It's a pleasure.
Rating appreciated, thank you.
Rating appreciated, thank you.
From Anne (/5): Marika has pitched my learning level perfectly so that I can progress while enjoying using the Spanish language.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Anne. It is a pleasure to teach you :)
From Steve (/5): Marika has assessed my needs realistically and accurately. She has clever ideas for learning and useful tips for how to improve. She keeps me motivated and corrects me whenever necessary while adopting a relaxed, informal approach.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you! It's a pleasure to teach to such a brilliant and quick learner.
From Sharon (/5): I have only had a few lessons with Marika so far, but she has made me feel more relaxed and confident about my beginners level of Italian. She has quickly assessed what level I am learning at and worked out a plan for my lessons and some home independent learning. Grazie!
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Sharon. It's a pleasure to teach you :)
From Rima (/5): Marika is lovely and has a great approach to learning another language, I really enjoy it.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Rima. And I really enjoy teaching to you :)
From Julia (/5): Very good. Put us at ease and has a sense of humour. We have booked several other lessons with her…
Reply from: Marika: Gracias Julia y Bruce!
I am sure you will make a lot of progress :)
I am sure you will make a lot of progress :)
From Rebecca (/5): It's been a pleasure to have my lessons with Marika over the past several weeks. I am a complete beginner and Marika has been very encouraging and allowed me to go at a pace that suits me. Her lessons are very clear and structured and she's enthusiastic with homework,which I like! It's been enjoyable and fun so far and I would definitely recommend her.
From Fiona (/5): I have just had my first lesson with Marika and it was brilliant. She assessed what I needed very quickly and pitched everything perfectly. It was also a fun hour and I am looking forward to hopefully many more. Grazie.
From Samantha (/5): I started learning Italian with Marika a few weeks ago and I must say I'm very happy with her style of teaching. Her friendly and patient nature make the lessons very enjoyable and fun. I am planning on continuing to learn with Marika through my exam preparation and I have no doubt that she will successfully see me through. Thank you Marika.
From Tim (/5): I have been learning Italian with Marika for a number of weeks and and I couldn't be more happy with my learning and progress. Marika is a very personable tutor and we have built up a good relationship which always helps when trying to study
I approached Marika to help improve my Italian as I have learnt previously using different sources but needed to bring my knowledge together and have a better understanding of grammar.
The lessons are well structured and fun and the way Marika teaches makes it easy to learn.
I have would have no hesitation in recommending Marika as a tutor for learners of all levels.
I approached Marika to help improve my Italian as I have learnt previously using different sources but needed to bring my knowledge together and have a better understanding of grammar.
The lessons are well structured and fun and the way Marika teaches makes it easy to learn.
I have would have no hesitation in recommending Marika as a tutor for learners of all levels.
From Maarten (/5): I found Marika's introduction for beginners with Italian language clear. I thought she was sharp in correcting my pronunciation and she would let me repeat any words that I didn't pronounce correctly. I thought the lesson she constructed was simple and enjoyable for a first timer which involved pronunciation of the alphabet and the pronunciation of consonants. The lesson also included greeting and introducing myself and saying goodbye in the form of role playing. It was an interesting lesson.
From Hugh (/5): I have found Marika to be a very patient tutor who has set the course work for an absolute beginner at exactly the right level. I really thought that I was taking on too much but have found my lessons to be great fun which I don't remember being at school.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Hugh. It's nice having such an enthusiastic student!
From Ellie (/5): I have started lessons with Marika for me and my baby. I have found Marika to be a kind and enthusiastic teacher. She takes the lesson at my pace and corrects mistakes with good humour.
Reply from: Marika: Thanks Ellie and Laura. It's a pleasure to teach you … And to cuddle little Laura!
From Paul (/5): Marika is just what I need to discipline me in my use of practical Spanish and look forward to my next lesson.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you Paul!
From Maria (/5): Having just started on my Italian language course with Marika, I look forward to our teaching sessions with enthusiasm. She has shown patience a sense of humour and keen interest in my the focus of my studies. A tutor who instills confidence and competence, I would highly recommend Marika.
Reply from: Marika: Thank you, Maria… it is a pleasure to teach to you. You are a very motivated and committed student.
From Will (/5): I had my first lesson with Marika this morning online.
It was a very informative lesson and the subject was explained clearly and thoroughly.
She adapted the content to suit topics of which i have an interest, which made it much easier to remember vocabulary.
In short, a really excellent experience which i would recommend to anyone wanting to learn Italian.
It was a very informative lesson and the subject was explained clearly and thoroughly.
She adapted the content to suit topics of which i have an interest, which made it much easier to remember vocabulary.
In short, a really excellent experience which i would recommend to anyone wanting to learn Italian.
Reply from: Marika: Thanks Will for the kind words.
It's a pleasure to teach you! You are a very keen and fast learner.
It's a pleasure to teach you! You are a very keen and fast learner.
From Joanna (/5): Marika is welcoming, enthusiastic and thoughtful. She prepares well and she also speaks English with subtlety. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to another student.
Reply from: Marika: Thanks Joanna for your kind words and for giving me the opportunity to give you lessons on a different and interesting topic: Aida!
From Charles (/5): I have now had two lessons with Marika and she is an excellent teacher. She is very good at sustaining a lively and interesting conversation and at highlighting the learning points that arise. She sets very interesting homework and takes great care in going through it with you. In short I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her highly.
Thank you Marika