PhD Russian language Teacher with 18 years of experience

From 38 € /h

Hello,

my name is Natalia, and I am a professional Russian language teacher with over 17 years of experience working with both adults and children. My passion for languages began early on, leading me to explore not only foreign languages but also the intricacies of my native Russian. I have a strong interest in comparative linguistics and etymology, which deepens my understanding of language structures.

In my teaching, I blend modern and classical language instruction methods, tailoring each lesson to your individual needs. This personalized approach ensures that you achieve your language goals as efficiently as possible. Every class is thoughtfully structured, so you will always have a clear understanding of what we are doing and why.

This diverse experience allows me to combine a rigorous academic approach with engaging gamified methods, making lessons not only effective but also interesting.

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Hello, my name is Natalia, and I am a professional Russian language teacher with over 18years of experience working with both adults and children. My passion for languages began early on, leading me to explore not only foreign languages but also the intricacies of my native Russian. I have a strong interest in comparative linguistics and etymology, which deepens my understanding of language structures.

In my teaching, I blend modern and classical language instruction methods, tailoring each lesson to your individual needs. This personalized approach ensures that you achieve your language goals as efficiently as possible. Every class is thoughtfully structured, so you will always have a clear understanding of what we are doing and why.

I have extensive experience working with adult students — including individual lessons, group courses, and teaching at universities and language schools — as well as with children, particularly at the International Baccalaureate School in Moscow. I have experience preparing students for the IB Russian A: Literature, Russian A: Language and Literature и Russian B: Language acquisition exams, as well as for the TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) at all levels.

This diverse experience allows me to combine a rigorous academic approach with engaging gamified methods, making lessons not only effective but also interesting.

You can book a trial lesson to discuss your goals for learning Russian and explore how we can structure our classes to best meet your needs.

Education

2017 — 2021 Moscow State University - PhD in the field of Pedagogy and teaching Russian as a foreign language
2003 — 2008 Moscow State University - Master's Degree, Philology Department

Experience / Qualifications

More than 18 years of experience teaching at universities, high schools, secondary schools, preschools, and as a private tutor for large corporations.

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Russian

Bulgarian

Dutch

Skills

Russian

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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I would be delighted to offer one-to-one Russian language tuition to determined learners, who are eager to build up their current knowledge or to start from scratch, and who are committed to achieving a certain level in a very short time, from beginner level to extensive.

My professional focus is on improving communication skills using fast-track techniques. The pace of my training is intensive and dynamic with focus on developing grammar, vocabulary, fluency and how to use the language in authentic situations

I select a training program individually for every student depending on their level, interests, and goals.

-Active learning of grammar, an extensive conversation practice.
-Creative tasks that will make language learning fun and interesting. You will quickly improve your pronunciation, grammar, speaking, reading, writing and conversational skills.

If you want to improve your language skills or start studying Russian(German), you will definitely like my lessons that are individually tailored for each student according to the level and interest and aimed at your success!

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* Basic course
* Business course
* Dutch for Russian language
* Courses on Dutch literature and culture
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You already learned quite some grammar but your missing piece of the puzzle is that you struggle to actually talk?
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As Fritz Mauthner believed, language can only exist when it is used!

So let's talk!

Anna

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Teaching Russian is both natural and motivating for me, as it is my native language. I already have solid experience in teaching languages remotely and I particularly enjoy supporting students in their progress, adapting lessons to their objectives and pace.
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Egor

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I help adults and senior high school students learn Russian from scratch or significantly improve their current level.

The key principle of my work is a fully individualized approach. Each student has their own goals, interests, and learning pace, so before starting lessons I conduct a detailed consultation and create a personalized study plan tailored specifically to you.

Available направления include:
• Business Russian (negotiations, correspondence, contracts with Russian partners)
• Conversational Russian for travel and everyday communication
• Preparation for exams, interviews, or relocation to Russia
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• Reading literature, watching films, and cultural immersion

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Flexible schedule convenient for working professionals.

I respond to inquiries within 24 hours and will explain in detail how your personal study plan will look.

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Language courses for primary and early childhood education.
Language Classes
English - A1-B2
Spanish -A1-B2
Russian -A1-C2
I can even help with after-school tutoring.
Music, Catalan, Philosophy and much more.
I want children to learn easily and without problems

Hanna

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My name is Hanna, and I am happy to meet you here 😊

My credo is to love what I teach and those to whom I teach.

The first class is devoted to identifying your level of Russian language proficiency.

With my students, I work on
1) listening comprehension,
2) correct pronunciation,
3) reading comprehension,
4) expansion of vocabulary,
5) learning grammar,
6) elimination of letter-by-letter reading,
7) mirror writing (N-И, R-Я) (with children).

I am an extreme opponent of cramming and learning something that is not useful to you in everyday life and day-to-day conversations. That is why I always rely on material that is relevant to real life and real communication.

About my lessons:
- creative plans,
- boundless energy,
- friendly atmosphere,
- inspiration,
- my strong belief in your potential.

I will help you to fall in love with Russian and to make progress day by day 😊

Iyanu

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This class is designed for students who want to learn Russian in a practical and supportive environment. The lessons focus on building strong communication skills while improving grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and overall confidence in speaking Russian.
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During the lessons, students will practice conversations, learn useful everyday expressions, and develop their reading and listening skills. Grammar concepts are explained clearly and practiced through interactive exercises and real-life examples.
The goal of this class is to help students become confident in using Russian for travel, study, work, or everyday communication while enjoying the learning process.

Nadia

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I teach Italian, Russian, and English for adults, with a special focus on speaking and real-life communication. My lessons help students sound more natural, understand colloquial expressions, and build confidence in everyday conversations. I offer a friendly, personalized approach and adapt each class to your needs, pace, and goals. . And yes — we’ll make grammar less scary and speaking much more fun.

Ivan

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Hi! I'm a professional musician based in Vienna, with experience performing on international cruise ships.

I have a native-level command of Russian and speak English fluently.

I believe the best way to learn a language is through real conversation — no stiff textbooks, no pressure,
just genuine communication in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you're an absolute beginner taking your very first steps, a professional looking to sharpen your target language, or a teenager wanting to sound more natural — I tailor every lesson to you.

Why learn Russian?
Russian language is one the most spoken languages in the world - and one of the most underrated to learn.
It covers over 250 million people across Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and many other countries.
It opens the door to one of the richest literary and artistic traditions in human history.
It helps people connect, whether it's a professional or personal realm.

Why learn Russian with me?

My sessions are flexible, fun, and always focused on building your confidence.
Living between cultures and languages my whole life has taught me how daunting — and how rewarding — learning a new language can be. I get it, and I'm here to make the journey easier.

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Anzor

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Over 4 years of experience teaching Russian and English to foreign students.
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I create the program and adapt it myself according to the student's level.

Pavel

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I have been teaching English, French, and Russian as a foreign language since 2014. I hold specialized degrees in linguistics and pedagogy from both Russia and abroad (France).

My formula for successful learning is:

1 > Your goals
+
2 > structured, clear explanations, interactive online activities, progress tracking, and in-class practice
=
3 > Results.

If you are ready to learn a language effectively, feel free to get in touch!