"I can only show you the door, you're the one who has to walk through it. (Matrix, 1999)

WHO AM I?

My name is Andrea Polverini and I would like to give you some information about myself on a personal and professional level.

I have been working as an English teacher since 1998 and as an Italian teacher since 2004. Since 2009, I have been working as a translator.

I graduated in English philology (University of Pisa) and later specialised in audiovisual translation (University of Surrey).

From an educational point of view, I trained through courses for English teachers such as the CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - Cambridge Assessment English) and the DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - Cambridge Assessment - Module 1).

I have lived and worked in countries such as the United Kingdom, Venezuela, Ireland and currently reside in Spain.

I am passionate about foreign languages. In addition to English and Spanish, which I currently work with, I continue to study and practice other languages such as French, Catalan and German.

My more than 15 years of experience teaching Italian and English to students of different nationalities, ages and levels have given me the opportunity to reflect on my role as a foreign language teacher and to evolve into a coach. More than a transmitter of knowledge, I want to be a travelling companion for my clients, with whom I can discover the most suitable path for each of them towards their personalised language goals.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM ONE OF MY ITALIAN SESSIONS?

We are all different human beings, with different personalities, feelings and a unique brain.

In a relaxed atmosphere conducive to the learning process, I will guide you by respecting your personality and help you take full responsibility for the learning process.

It will be up to you to help me set your goals as accurately as possible from the test session. Your progress, as far as possible, will be measured. Your goals and progress will be reviewed periodically.

Motivation will be the key to your commitment to your learning. I can only help you find your motivation, but I cannot give it to you. For your learning to be effective, you must already have it within you.

You will bear the weight of the work, because the one who does, learns. I will only serve as a guide.

The sessions will take place without any pressure and in an atmosphere of complete relaxation. This will help you get rid of any internal blocks that would be an obstacle to the development of your language skills. Your memory will be stimulated through positive emotions and regular review. During the sessions, you will always receive feedback from me, but in a way that interferes as little as possible with the conversation.

Your curiosity will be encouraged through the use of material that is relevant to you, with open-ended questions and allowing you time to respond, without trying to finish your sentences. Suggestions rather than instructions will be given and useful silences necessary for reflection will be allowed.

As far as possible and unless specifically requested by you, the use of textbooks designed for language learning will be avoided. Any audio-visual or written stimuli will be chosen with you in mind.

The relationship between us will not be the typical teacher-student relationship. We will be travelling companions and we will work together to achieve the set objectives.

Your emotions and moods will be as important as your brain in the learning process.

Finally, you will never be judged for anything you say during the session and you will always receive my support for your efforts. My only aim is to help you develop your potential.