Our team
Our team is made up of an administration manager, a course coordinator, a marketing manager and a permanent group of teachers. Our teachers are mother-tongue graduates, highly specialized in the teaching of Italian as a foreign language. All with many years of experience in the sector, they were selected on the basis of their communicative and professional skills.
Members
Serena
Hi, my name’s Serena. I’ve been working at the school since 1992 and have been a partner since 1993. I have a diploma in Interpreting and Translation. I’m in charge of administration and deal with enrolments, payments, accommodation and other services including translations and study holidays. In my free time I enjoy reading, going to the cinema and concerts, walking in the mountains and of course travelling. You’ll find me in the reception area, behind my desk, ready to help you if you need me!
Serafina
Hi, my name’s Serafina. I graduated in German and Romance studies in Switzerland and at DAMS in Italy. I am qualified to teach Italian and German, I possess a DITALS certificate and I am a registered CELI examiner. I have been working in language teaching and training for over 30 years. My job at ARCA is to organize and coordinate the courses, assess the levels of the students and divide them into classes. Sometimes I’ll also be your teacher. Along with Serena I will be happy to deal with any questions or requests you might have.
Raluca
My name is Raluca and since 2019 I have been in charge of administration, business and marketing at Modern English/Arca. I graduated in Economic Development at the University of Bologna and I also have a Master’s degree in Management and Administration.
In my free time I enjoy reading, travelling, discovering the world and different cultures.
I will be more than happy to meet you, and – if I can – help you.
Ludovico
Hi, I’m Ludovico, I’ve been teaching at ARCA for several years and during my lessons I love taking my students on a trip through space and time! My main topics of interest are current affairs and contemporary history, whereas music is my greatest passion . I’m very keen to help you make friends with the Italian language and the city of Bologna.
Corinna
Hi, my name’s Corinna and I’ve been teaching at Arca since 2014. I graduated in Philosophy and then specialised in teaching Italian to foreigners with a Ditals certificate. I was born in Le Marche, but I’ve lived in Bologna since 2000, mainly because of its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I hope that as well as the Italian course, our students can also appreciate and enjoy the beauty of this unique city.
Sara
Hello everyone, my name’s Sara and I’m glad to be part of the Italian teaching staff here at Arca. I graduated in Oriental Studies and Italian Language and Culture for Foreigners, holding a CEDILS certificate. I was born in Trento but I fell in love with Bologna and I’ve lived here since 2011. Besides the Italian language, I’m passionate about history, society and any aspect related to culture and interculture, including fun facts and, of course, food. I look forward to discussing all this with you in class and sharing together a taste of our wonderful city.
Annalisa
Hi! I’m Annalisa and I’m from Bologna, I graduated in Foreign Languages and Literature, I have a Ditals certificate and I have been working for Arca since 2017.
I love this job not only because I transmit my language and culture to those who want to learn it, but also because I learn so much from the different cultures I meet!
During the lessons we explore together the most genuine aspects of the Italian language, leading to everyday situations that you can immediately put into practice during your time in Bologna or around Italy!
Erica
Ciao ! I’m Erica and I’m from Bologna, I graduated in Foreign Languages and Literature, I have two certificates for teaching Italian to foreigners. I’m quite new at Arca but I’ve been teaching Italian for over 20 years.
I still really enjoy my job just as I did the first day, and I prepare my lessons with the same enthusiasm and passion. The student’s needs and interests are the core of my lessons.
I look forward to teaching you the Italian language as well as about Italian lifestyle, culture and cuisine.
Don’t hesitate to ask me for advice about restaurants, exhibitions or tourism in Italy. See you in Bologna!
Roberta
Hi, my name is Roberta and I’m from Bologna. I graduated in German and French, in Languages, Society and Communication, and in Economics at the University of Bologna (Italy). I am qualified to teach Italian; I possess the CEDILS certificate from the University of Venice (Italy). I’ve been working at Arca since September 2024, but I have been teaching languages for many years. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, walking, listening to music, writing, reading, going to the cinema, and traveling. In class, I like to discuss current Italian affairs and history, Italian lifestyle, and anything that is interesting to you. I will be very happy to teach Italian to you!
Laura
I am Laura and I am very pleased to meet you! I collaborate with the school and promote it, manage contacts with potential students, organise special packages, in other words I take care of the business aspect of the courses I offer.
