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Gina O.

Master’s Degree in Italian, Portuguese, French and Spanish

Master’s Degree in Italian, Portuguese, French and Spanish

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  • 409 hours tutoring

About Gina

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Hello- I am Gina!
I am a linguist with a Master's degree in Romance Languages and Literature- Italian, Portuguese, Spanish and French.
I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International).

I have always had a passion for languages- I have been multilingual from a young age. I studied several languages formally in school before college, earning awards in language studies in high school. In college I earned a BA and MA in Italian, Portuguese,...

Hello- I am Gina!
I am a linguist with a Master's degree in Romance Languages and Literature- Italian, Portuguese, Spanish and French.
I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International).

I have always had a passion for languages- I have been multilingual from a young age. I studied several languages formally in school before college, earning awards in language studies in high school. In college I earned a BA and MA in Italian, Portuguese, Spanish and French language, literature, and linguistics.

I have been teaching since 1990, adults and children, in person and online, private and group lessons, classes for high schools, businesses, university and community programs.

I travel extensively and I am very involved with language groups and societies in my community. I am an active member of the Alliance Française of Charleston, Italian and French cinema and book clubs, the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese, and Spanish and Portuguese language groups.

I work as a translator and interpreter: translations for art galleries, cultural institutions, literature, personal documents; medical and psychiatric interpretation as well as interpretation for schools, tourism, etc. I also give music lessons in Spanish, French, Italian , and Portuguese and take part in bilingual opportunities in the Make-a-Wish organization.
I am a member of the International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters (IAPTI) and the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL).

My approach to language learning is very focused on acquiring the language just as a native speaker would.
I love sharing my passion for the Italian, French, Portuguese and Spanish languages.

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Education

Universtity of Michigan
Romance Languages
University of Connecticut
Masters
Hartt School of Music
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French,

French

I have a BA and MA in French Language and Literature. I am a French to English translator and interpreter. I am currently working on a large French to English translation project for an art gallery just outside of Paris. I have tutored/taught French since 1990- and have also given music lessons in French. I am an active member of the Alliance Française in Charleston and participate in French conversation groups, book clubs and French language film societies. I travel frequently throughout France and have spent time in French-speaking Canada. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Italian,

Italian

I have a BA and MA in Italian language and literature. I grew up with the Italian language and travel frequently to Italy. I am an active member of several Italian language societies and do translation and interpreting work. I have taught and tutored Italian since 1990. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Portuguese,

Portuguese

I have a BA and MA in Brazilian and European Portuguese language and literature. I have been teaching/tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Portuguese interpreter and translator and work with Brazil and Portugal as well as with the USA. I have family and relations in Brazil. I teach European Portuguese as well as Brazilian Portuguese. I am a very active member of several Portuguese language societies in the USA and overseas and I travel frequently to Brazil and Portugal. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Spanish

Spanish

I have a BA and MA in Spanish language and literature. I have been teaching and tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Spanish interpreter (medical, psychiatric and general interpretation) and do translation work. I am experienced in both European Spanish and Latin American Spanish. I am an active member of several Spanish language societies, including the Instituto Cervantes. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).

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French,

French

I have a BA and MA in French Language and Literature. I am a French to English translator and interpreter. I am currently working on a large French to English translation project for an art gallery just outside of Paris. I have tutored/taught French since 1990- and have also given music lessons in French. I am an active member of the Alliance Française in Charleston and participate in French conversation groups, book clubs and French language film societies. I travel frequently throughout France and have spent time in French-speaking Canada. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Spanish

Spanish

I have a BA and MA in Spanish language and literature. I have been teaching and tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Spanish interpreter (medical, psychiatric and general interpretation) and do translation work. I am experienced in both European Spanish and Latin American Spanish. I am an active member of several Spanish language societies, including the Instituto Cervantes. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).

Language

French,

French

I have a BA and MA in French Language and Literature. I am a French to English translator and interpreter. I am currently working on a large French to English translation project for an art gallery just outside of Paris. I have tutored/taught French since 1990- and have also given music lessons in French. I am an active member of the Alliance Française in Charleston and participate in French conversation groups, book clubs and French language film societies. I travel frequently throughout France and have spent time in French-speaking Canada. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Italian,

Italian

I have a BA and MA in Italian language and literature. I grew up with the Italian language and travel frequently to Italy. I am an active member of several Italian language societies and do translation and interpreting work. I have taught and tutored Italian since 1990. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Portuguese,

Portuguese

I have a BA and MA in Brazilian and European Portuguese language and literature. I have been teaching/tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Portuguese interpreter and translator and work with Brazil and Portugal as well as with the USA. I have family and relations in Brazil. I teach European Portuguese as well as Brazilian Portuguese. I am a very active member of several Portuguese language societies in the USA and overseas and I travel frequently to Brazil and Portugal. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Spanish

Spanish

I have a BA and MA in Spanish language and literature. I have been teaching and tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Spanish interpreter (medical, psychiatric and general interpretation) and do translation work. I am experienced in both European Spanish and Latin American Spanish. I am an active member of several Spanish language societies, including the Instituto Cervantes. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).

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French,

French

I have a BA and MA in French Language and Literature. I am a French to English translator and interpreter. I am currently working on a large French to English translation project for an art gallery just outside of Paris. I have tutored/taught French since 1990- and have also given music lessons in French. I am an active member of the Alliance Française in Charleston and participate in French conversation groups, book clubs and French language film societies. I travel frequently throughout France and have spent time in French-speaking Canada. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Spanish

Spanish

I have a BA and MA in Spanish language and literature. I have been teaching and tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Spanish interpreter (medical, psychiatric and general interpretation) and do translation work. I am experienced in both European Spanish and Latin American Spanish. I am an active member of several Spanish language societies, including the Instituto Cervantes. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).

Summer

French,

French

I have a BA and MA in French Language and Literature. I am a French to English translator and interpreter. I am currently working on a large French to English translation project for an art gallery just outside of Paris. I have tutored/taught French since 1990- and have also given music lessons in French. I am an active member of the Alliance Française in Charleston and participate in French conversation groups, book clubs and French language film societies. I travel frequently throughout France and have spent time in French-speaking Canada. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Italian,

Italian

I have a BA and MA in Italian language and literature. I grew up with the Italian language and travel frequently to Italy. I am an active member of several Italian language societies and do translation and interpreting work. I have taught and tutored Italian since 1990. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).
Spanish

Spanish

I have a BA and MA in Spanish language and literature. I have been teaching and tutoring since 1990 and am a member of the Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. I work as a Spanish interpreter (medical, psychiatric and general interpretation) and do translation work. I am experienced in both European Spanish and Latin American Spanish. I am an active member of several Spanish language societies, including the Instituto Cervantes. In addition, I am a Chartered Linguist, certified by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK/International ).

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Fun, Engaging, and Knowledgeable

Gina is so fun to work with! I started from scratch with french, and Gina has made the introduction so engaging. She definitely knows what she's talking about, and is very good at explaining things. HIGHLY recommended!

Dante, 5 lessons with Gina

Gina's knowledge of the subject was surpurb. It was clear that she had mastered Brazilian Portuguese in all respects.

Gina taught me what each word of the Portugese lyrics of the song, Amor em Paz meant in English, its part of speech, how it functioned in the sentence, and how to pronounce the word/ s both in the spoken and singing mode of expression. She was profssional, most competent and a delight to work with.

Joseph, 6 lessons with Gina

Very thorough and patient

Gina does an excellent job meeting you where you are in your level of Spanish. I am just starting but feel like I will make good progress over the coming weeks.

Jason, 8 lessons with Gina

Excellent, knowledgeable, and patient

Gina is wonderful and we’re looking forward to working with her again! My son said she was very patient and helpful and they accomplished a lot in one hour. Thank you, Gina, for your help.

Beth, 18 lessons with Gina

Thank You, Again Gina!

I wanted to write a second review because I continue to enjoy working with Gina. She is extremely qualified and passionate toward what she does and is an excellent choice if you want to work with someone who can help you accomplish your goals!

MJ, 42 lessons with Gina

Thank You, Gina!

Gina is an excellent tutor. I am studying Portuguese with her and she is always willing to answer questions and explain concepts. She will meet you at your level! Thanks, Gina for all your help!

MJ, 42 lessons with Gina

Thank You, Gina!

Gina is an excellent tutor. I am studying Portuguese with her and she is always willing to answer questions and explain concepts. She will meet you at your level! Thanks, Gina for all your help!

MJ, 42 lessons with Gina

Spanish and culture

I read Gina's profile and I knew she was who I wanted as an instructor. I didn't just want to learn a language. I wanted to learn about Spanish people as well. I feel confident with my decision to select Gina as my Spanish tutor.

Star, 1 lesson with Gina

Patient and helpful

Gina is very patient and helpful in finding a good spot for me to continue learning Spanish. Explains things well and is fine backtracking if I need to. Would recommend her to others who need help with Spanish.

Elizabeth, 2 lessons with Gina

Muy interesante y simpática.

Señora Gina ayudado con mi gramática en Español, y nosotros hablamos las culturas de España y Latinoamérica. Yo necesito aprender más gramática de España, si yo quiero trabajo en España. Mi estudia con Señora Gina fue muy divertido!

RETA, 12 lessons with Gina
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