Raffaele Caruso
London,England
Summary
Dedicated Classical Tenor and Language Teacher with expertise in opera performance in Italian and German. Focuses on interactive, student-centred learning, developing tailored lesson plans that enhance language proficiency and cultural awareness. Utilises strong communication and problem-solving skills to foster effective classroom management and support students in achieving academic goals.
Overview
6
6
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Italian Teacher
Lingoda
Online
04.2025 - Current
- Instructed adult learners in Italian language through daily remote online lessons from home, enhancing language skills and confidence. Developed and organised structured lesson plans while practising speaking with learners across Germany and worldwide, fostering effective communication. Assisted learners from diverse cultural backgrounds by providing tailored guidance, promoting inclusivity and understanding in language learning.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
Freelance - Language Teacher
East London
01.2022 - Current
- Instructed diverse students in Spanish and Italian, enhancing their grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills.
- Participated in meetings to discuss progress and development of students.
- Evaluated student language developments through verbal and written assessments, providing extra support to struggling or underachieving pupils.
- Provided constructive feedback to students on their oral and written work, guiding them towards achieving linguistic fluency.
Team leader
Gail's
London
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Trained and supervised team to achieve store sales targets.
- Monitored team performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintained excellent employee relationships by cultivating supportive, positive and helpful working environment.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
Assistant manager
Caffè Nero
London
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Coordinated team rosters to ensure adequate staffing during peak and off-peak hours, enhancing service delivery.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Trained new employees on company policies, customer service excellence, and sales techniques.
- Coordinated with senior management to implement strategic plans for revenue growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Trinity Laban Conservatoire
London, ENG01-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Cultural Mediation (Spanish, Italian and English)
University of Milan
Milan, ItalySkills
- Behaviour management
- Teaching methodologies
- Second language acquisition techniques
- Empathetic listening
- Patience
- Accent reduction practices
- Language passion
- Accent coaching
- Grammar instruction
- Bilingual communications
- Phonology
- Positive learning environment
- Online instruction
- Pronunciation coaching
LANGUAGES
Italian, Spanish
First Language
Italian
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
German
Intermediate
B1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Italian Teacher
Lingoda
04.2025 - Current
Team leader
Gail's
11.2022 - 09.2023
Freelance - Language Teacher
East London
01.2022 - Current
Assistant manager
Caffè Nero
01.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Trinity Laban Conservatoire
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Cultural Mediation (Spanish, Italian and English)
University of Milan