Personalized Portuguese For Business, CELPE-Bras,
and Daily Life.

I’ve taught 1,700+ lessons to 100+ students worldwide. From everyday conversations to professional meetings, I help learners gain the confidence to speak Portuguese and Spanish naturally. Fluent in English and Spanish, I make lessons accessible for beginners and effective for advanced learners.

With a Bachelor's in Economics (PUC/SP)
and an MBA in International Business (FGV/SP),
I help you master industry‑specific vocabulary and communicate with ease.

Your journey to fluency starts here!
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Hi, I’m Aissa, originally from SΓ£o Paulo, Brazil, now based in Lisbon. I’m a passionate language coach with 8+ years of teaching experience and over 15 years in education overall. I love learning, traveling, and living a healthy lifestyle. 🌍✈️πŸ’ͺ🌍 Business Portuguese:I hold a postgraduate degree in English Studies, plus certifications in Translation and Teaching Portuguese & English as Second Languages (TEFL).My background includes a degree in Economics (PUC-SP) and an MBA in International Business (FGV). I’ve worked with:- the Brazilian Ministry of Economy- multinational companies- and the nonprofit sectorThis experience helps me design lessons that reflect real-world communication β€” perfect for anyone doing business in Brazil or working with Portuguese speakers globally.πŸ’ͺ Test Prep:If you’re preparing for the CELPE-Bras (the official Portuguese proficiency exam), I’ll guide you through:- real exam tasks- reading, writing, listening & speaking practice- proven strategies- personalized feedbackI also offer OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) prep with targeted work on fluency, structure, and accuracy.✈️ Start from Zero:Just getting started? No problem!I’ve helped beginners from around the world gain the confidence to speak Portuguese β€” whether for:- meetings- travel- or everyday lifeMy lessons are practical, flexible, and 100% focused on your real-life goals.

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Business and Test Prep

What can you expect?Business Portuguese:βœ”οΈ Master the vocabulary and cultural cues you need for trade, supply chains, finance, HR, and negotiations.
βœ”οΈ Learn how to prepare professional emails, interviews, and presentations in Portuguese.
βœ”οΈ Gain insight into Brazilian business culture and how deals and decisions are made.
βœ”οΈ Practice industry-specific case studies (import/export, sustainability, financial risk, etc.).
Exam Prep (CELPE-Bras, OPI):βœ”οΈ Real exam tasks for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
βœ”οΈ Proven strategies + personalized feedback.
βœ”οΈ Feel fully prepared to succeed.

General

What can you expect?βœ”οΈ Practice all 4 abilities for travel and everyday life.
βœ”οΈ Engaging cultural lessons that include music, films, and literature.
βœ”οΈ For advanced learners: literature-based courses through my project Our Reading Hall, where we explore classic texts in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
βœ”οΈ Speak naturally and confidently in everyday conversations.
βœ”οΈ Learn grammar in context, with engaging stories and cultural materials.
βœ”οΈ Start from zero β€” no background in Romance languages required.

Natalia
March 25, 2024

"I really love to learn Portuguese with Aissa. After several lessons I already really see a good progress. Aissa is a very patient and smart tutor. She can handle any topic of conversation. Also she gave me very useful suggestions how to start speaking with native speakers, feel confident and not afraid to make mistakes. I definitely recommend her as a teacher."

Kyle
July 30, 2022

"I use multiple Portuguese tutors. Aissa is one of the best. Lessons are very productive for learning and specifically tailored to my individual needs and goals. If you choose to learn with Aissa, you will be making the right choice and you will learn well."

Carlos
October 19, 2024

"The best! Thank you for teaching Carlitos!"

Luke
July 8, 2022

"amazing highly recommend. very well planned out lesson. looking forward to booking more"

J.
October 29, 2024

"Aissa is a true teacher. She has lessons prepared, she is patient, and she is consistently providing valuable feedback. I recommend her highly to anyone serious about learning Portugues!"

Jason
July 15, 2022

"very good teacher"

jenny
January 3, 2024

"Aissa is very passionate about her job, and considers what level you are in. She adjusts what I need to learn right away, and gave me the best solution to my situation."

Yulia
November 11, 2022

"Everything perfect!"

Francisco
July 13, 2022

"The class has been amazing. Personalized to the level I want to reach. Aissa is very kind and helpful."

Iliana
July 28, 2022

"Amazing class, very complete and dynamic. It is personalized and it points out what you need to reach. Aissa is very kind. Looking forward to learn more with her."

Rim
October 18, 2024

"Great teacher! Well prepared, patient and encouraging. Lessons are structured and well organized."

Elsa
February 8, 2023

"Aissa is the best. She is patient flexible and very professional. I am really enjoying my classes while learning at a fast pace."

Claudia
November 12, 2023

"Aissa is just amazing! She is very knowledgeable and patient. Her class is well-organized, clear, and easy to follow. She really cares about your progress. Thank you Aissa!"

Coleman
March 27, 2024

"She is the best!!!"

Grace
May 29, 2024

"Aissa is great at adjusting to your level and making classes very engaging and organized, as well as specific for your goals. She makes sure to keep all the lesson materials accessible through a Google Drive which is extremely helpful. She is also so kind and approachable and will go the extra mile to make sure your questions are answered."

Yen
August 16, 2024

"Aissa does a great job teaching me and ensuring I understand. She does a great job ensuring I pronounce works correctly which is very important for me. She is able to nicely do my lessons based on my level. Thank you Aissa"

Brooklyn
September 9, 2024

"Aissa is very knowledgeable, personable, patient and goes at my pace! She has great lessons planned out and after just two lessons I've already learned so much!"

Nathan
October 3, 2024

"Wonderful as always!"

Sofia
September 18, 2024

"Wonderful session!! ;D"

Liz G.
July 23, 2022

"Excellent class!"

Robbert
May 3, 2025

"I've had two lessons with Aissa and am super happy! I feel that I'm learning Portuguese the best and fastest way possible :)"

Sarah Brown
May 28, 2025

"Aissa is a fantastic teacher! She prepared such a thorough, relevant class that was exactly in the area that I work in, which really helped me practice Portuguese for business use. I was impressed with the level of detail she had applied to the class prep and her kind and professional manner. Highly recommend!"

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