Work at Accademia di Italiano
Accademia di Italiano - part of the Unicollege SSML group, an Italian university institute recognized by the MUR, active since 1975 - teaches Italian to international students in four cities in Italy (Florence, Milan, Mantua, Turin). We are constantly looking for qualified teachers, student services staff and administrative profiles. Open positions follow.
Italian L2 teachers
Native or near-native Italian (C2). Recognized language-teaching qualification: DITALS (Siena), DILS-PG (Perugia), CEDILS (Ca' Foscari Venice) or equivalent. Experience with adult learners (university level or beyond). English at B2+ level for orientation and student support. EU/EEA citizenship or a valid work permit for Italy. Positions open in all four cities. Full-time contracts and freelance collaboration (VAT number) available.
Student Services Coordinator
Manages student onboarding, accommodation, visa documentation and day-to-day operations at one of the campuses. Requirements: Italian C2 + English C1, organizational mindset, customer service experience. Knowledge of residence permit procedures preferred.
Faculty-Led Programs Coordinator
Manages bookings for American faculty-led groups, academic approval documentation and logistics with visiting professors. Requirements: Italian C1 + English C2, experience in U.S. higher education preferred. Florence is the main hub for faculty-led programs.
Administration and Finance
Accounting, supplier management, payroll support. Requirements: experience with Italian tax documentation, knowledge of the Adiuva/Unicollege group structure preferred.
How to apply
Send your CV (PDF) and a short cover letter (max 1 page) to lavoraconnoi@accademiaditaliano.it. Subject format: [POSITION] - [CITY] - [Full name] (example: "L2 Teacher - Florence - Maria Rossi"). Include in your CV: language-teaching qualifications with year obtained, list of schools where you have taught, languages spoken (CEFR), availability date, preferred contract, campus preference.
What happens next
We confirm receipt within 5 business days. If your profile matches an open position, our HR team contacts you for a first video call (30 minutes). Shortlisted candidates are invited for a demo lesson (live with a small group of students) at the campus. Reference check and contract finalization follow.
Why work with us
Serious teaching, not entertainment. CEFR-aligned syllabi with documented weekly milestones. Respect for students' time and money. Part of the Unicollege SSML academic ecosystem (Italian Higher Education Institution, Erasmus+ ECHE Charter). Read about the school →