Ciao. My name's Neal, better known as Nello.
I'm Here to Help Bring Italy to You.
My services include:
- Italian tutoring online or in person in Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill (for individuals, couples, or groups)
- Editing and proofreading Italian restaurant menus (don't let errors get in the way)
- Travel consultations (I can help you take the road less traveled)
- Fun group presentations or talks about Italy for clubs or organizations
Why hire me?
- I hold a PhD in Italian Language from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (received Dec. 2007)
- I have lived in Italy for a total of three years (Bologna, Firenze, Ravenna, Roma) and have traveled all over the country.
- I have taught Italian for 12 years, year after year receiving very high reviews from my students. I have taught at the University of Virgina; Clifton High School; the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; and Meredith College.
- I am rated Advanced High by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, the premier language accreditation agency.
- I am known locally as an expert about Italian language and culture, evident in my many talks and community classes, along with my business that produces premium tomato sauces, Nello's.
- I have professional editorial and translation experience (assistant managing editor at a university press).
- I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm and I make learning fun.
My rates for tutoring:
- $60/hr for tutoring one-on-one in person
- $40/hr for tutoring one-on-one online (via Skype or Google video)
- $75/hr for tutoring two people in person
- $50/hr for tutoring two people online (via Skype or Google video)
- $28/hr per person for groups of three or more in person