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Join us and help improve our English in sunny Catania, Sicily

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  • Last activity : 18 Sep 2025

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    Teach English to kids & adult + light help at home
    ⚠️Volunteer position We offer food and accommodation in exchange for a few hours of English language teaching per day ⚠️

    Hello!
    We are a friendly Italian family living in the lively heart of Catania, Sicily. We’re looking for a Workawayer with experience in teaching English to both children and adults who can help us improve our language skills in a fun, natural way through daily interaction and shared activities.

    👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 About us

    We are a family of four: myself, my husband (who works during the day and comes home in the late afternoon), and our two children:

    Mattia (10 years old) – He already has a good level of English, is curious, and loves engaging activities.

    Andrea (7 years old) – He has a good base for his age but is a bit more shy, so it takes the right approach to get him involved.

    They both have school and sports commitments, so we’d love to integrate English learning through games, conversations, books, and fun activities at home. They love videogames,and Lego , but if the connection is good, they’re happy to join in on other kinds of play too.

    And then there's me, who has a basic English background 😐😅but would definitely like to speak and understand it well .😎🇬🇧👩🏻‍🏫
    So I would like to dedicate an hour in the morning to structure a study plan and language practice 💪🏻

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Language practice
    Teaching
  • Interests

    Interests

    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    Animals
    Fitness
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    A warm, welcoming family experience and...
    The chance to learn and practice Italian with us if you're interested!

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    🧑‍🏫 What we’re looking for

    Someone with experience teaching English, especially to children (and ideally also to adults).

    Someone creative and playful to engage the kids in the afternoons, depending on their schedule.

    Around 1 hour per day in the morning (while the kids are at school) to help me follow a consistent and structured learning plan — I’m truly committed to learning English!

    A little occasional help at home: watering plants, walking our small dogs, or giving a hand when needed.

    Our main goal is to speak more and more English at home, in a natural and relaxed way.

    We are open to hosting someone starting from for at least 2–3 weeks, with the option to stay longer if it’s a good match.

    If you enjoy teaching, love children, and want to live a real Sicilian family experience, send us a message! We’d love to hear from you 😊

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Italian: Fluent
    English: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    Teach English to kids & adult + light help at home

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Volunteer position We offer food and accommodation in exchange for a few hours of English language teaching per day
    Free accommodation in our family apartment in the city center.

    Meals included – we love eating together, although I may not always be able to cook lunch due to other commitments. You’ll always have full access to the kitchen and pantry to prepare something for yourself when needed.

    My fridge will be stocked with lots of things: pasta, meat, fish, and vegetables. You can use the kitchen (and fridge) however you like. Or we could cook together!

    Weekends free and plenty of free time during the day.

    The Workawayer's room is very large ... has beautiful frescoes on the very high ceilings ... Two private balconies matrimonial beds ,free WiFi connection, desk.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We live in downtown Catania, surrounded by shops, Historic fruit and vegetable market,restaurants, bookstores, and cafés.
    The area is well connected by metro and train, perfect for exploring Syracuse, Taormina, Mount Etna, and many other beautiful spots in Sicily.
    The sea is not just outside our door, but it's easily reachable by public transport.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Free internet wi fi unlimited, and private room with desk. Volunteer position we offer food and accommodation

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Tana

    Diffidente e timida

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    Dante

    Calmo, adora le coccole

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    Nina (2 years)

    Chihuahua dominante, diffidente sempre in guardia

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    Tonino (2 years)

    Chihuahua affettuoso e dolce tranquillo e goloso

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The image features a small white dog with large ears, wearing a gray sweater, sitting on a white lace tablecloth in front of a blurred Christmas tree.
The image shows a man and two children in karate uniforms, kneeling on a red mat, with the man in the middle and the children on either side, smiling at the camera.
The image features a small, brown dog with long fur, white markings on its face, and a pink tongue sticking out, sitting on a green surface.
The image shows a family of four posing behind a table with a birthday cake featuring the Avengers, in front of a large banner that says \'Birthday\'.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a bed, a table, and a chair, featuring white walls, a wooden floor, and purple curtains, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy room with a blue and white striped chair, a small table, and a window with red curtains, bathed in natural light.
The image depicts a compact kitchen area with a mini fridge, white shelving, and a wooden cabinet, featuring various items such as books, flowers, and a plant.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a bed, desk, and chair, featuring white walls, purple curtains, and a TV on the wall, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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The image depicts a family of four sitting on the floor in front of a Christmas tree, surrounded by festive decorations and gifts. The atmosphere is cozy and joyful.
The image depicts a black cat with yellow eyes lying on a table, gazing directly at the camera, with a white wall and floral wallpaper visible in the background.
The image depicts a bustling outdoor market in an urban setting, featuring a variety of fresh produce and people shopping and socializing amidst historic buildings.
The image depicts a long-haired orange cat reclining on a white lace blanket, with its head turned to the right and its front paws extended outward.
The image depicts a cityscape with a snow-capped mountain in the background, featuring a mix of old and new buildings, and people walking on a street.
The image depicts a bustling outdoor market with numerous vendors selling fresh produce and baked goods, surrounded by a crowd of shoppers.

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