Ana Silva
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Ana Silva

Portuguese Language Specialist & Cultural Instructor

4.7 (3 reviews)
Location
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Experience
12 years
Accent
Carioca (Rio de Janeiro)

About

Passionate language educator with 12+ years of experience teaching Brazilian Portuguese to international students and executives.

About Ana Silva

I've dedicated my career to helping people from around the world connect with Brazilian culture through language. After completing my Master's in Applied Linguistics, I developed a unique teaching methodology that combines conversational practice with cultural immersion. Having taught at both universities and language schools in Rio, I now focus on providing personalized instruction to students worldwide via online lessons.

My approach emphasizes practical communication skills while ensuring proper grammar and pronunciation. I specialize in helping intermediate students overcome the plateau they often experience and in preparing students for professional contexts in Brazil.

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy creating Portuguese learning materials, exploring Rio's beautiful beaches, and attending cultural events that keep me connected to Brazil's rich traditions.

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Teaching Methodology

My teaching style focuses on immersive learning through authentic materials and real-life scenarios. I create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable practicing their speaking skills, while providing structured guidance on grammar and vocabulary acquisition. Each lesson is tailored to the student's goals, learning style, and pace.

Student Testimonials

Michael Johnson

New York, USA

Ana's methodical approach to teaching grammar alongside cultural context has helped me advance more quickly than I expected. Her lessons are always engaging and tailored to my specific needs.

Sophie Laurent

Paris, France

After struggling with Portuguese pronunciation for months, just a few sessions with Ana made a tremendous difference. She has a gift for explaining the subtle sounds of Brazilian Portuguese.

Takashi Yamamoto

Tokyo, Japan

Ana's patience and structured lessons have been invaluable for my business Portuguese needs. She understands exactly what areas I need to focus on for professional communication.

Lesson Packages

Single Lesson

One-time 60-minute lesson with personalized feedback

$351 × 60 minutes
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Weekly Package

Four 60-minute lessons per month with homework and progress tracking

$1204 × 60 minutes

Intensive Course

12 lessons with comprehensive materials, assessments, and cultural insights

$33012 × 60 minutes
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Availability

Monday09:00 - 19:00
Tuesday09:00 - 19:00
Wednesday09:00 - 19:00
Thursday09:00 - 19:00
Friday09:00 - 15:00

All times are in the professor's local timezone (UTC-3).

Specialties

Business PortuguesePronunciation & Accent ReductionConversational FluencyBrazilian Culture & CustomsCELPE-Bras Exam Preparation

Languages

PortugueseNative
EnglishFluent
SpanishAdvanced
FrenchIntermediate

Education & Certifications

Master's in Applied Linguistics
Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), 2010
Bachelor's in Portuguese & English Languages
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), 2008
TEFL/TESOL Certification
International TEFL Academy, 2011
Portuguese as a Foreign Language Teaching Certification
Instituto Camões, 2012

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