Hello, my name is Massimo Di Stefano and I'm an experienced native Italian tutor currently living in the United Kingdom. I have been giving Italian lessons online with Verbalplanet since 2025. I am currently offering a discounted initial trial lesson at 50% off my normal lesson price for new students.
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About me - English
Hello Language Learners! I'm Palmy
Your dedicated native Italian and certified Spanish teacher!
Are you ready to unlock the beauty of Italian and the passion of Spanish? Look no further!
Italian – Your Native Speaker Guide
As a native speaker from Rome, I bring the authentic sounds and nuances of the Italian language and culture right to your screen. Having grown up and completed my studies in the Eternal City, I offer a truly immersive experience.
Spanish – Certified Expertise
I am also qualified to teach Spanish up to the B2 level for students starting from A1. My high proficiency is certified by a DELE C1 Certificate, ensuring you receive structured and high-quality instruction.
Qualifications & Experience
Native Language: Italian
University Degree: I hold a degree in Linguistic and Cultural Mediation (Spanish, Italian, English) from a prestigious university of San Pio V, in Rome. This academic background means my teaching methods are founded on solid linguistic and glottodidactic principles.
My lessons are designed to get you speaking confidently right away. We will focus primarily on conversation, but always with a solid foundation:
Content-Based Approach: Every lesson is built around engaging material, either a text to read or a video to watch. This allows us to explore grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context organically, providing meaningful topics for discussion.
Dynamic Materials: I use proven textbooks complemented by a wealth of interactive exercises and authentic materials that I personally curate to keep the learning process fresh and relevant to real-life usage.
Support for Beginners
For my A1-level students, I can offer partial explanations and guidance in English. My Cambridge B2 certificate allows me to effectively bridge the language gap and make those first steps into Italian or Spanish less daunting and more comfortable.
Let's embark on this exciting language journey together! My goal is not just to teach you a language, but to give you the confidence to use it and the tools to love it.
Ready to book your first lesson? I can't wait to meet you!
