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Becoming Fluent in English (A2 - C2). Flawless, Conversational, and Natural Language
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From 41 C$ /h
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I am an accomplished tutor with 12 years experience and a PhD in Linguistics.
Teaching English is undoubtedly my vocation. My vast experience enables me to develop students' confidence, improve their spoken English and prepare them for the Cambridge English exams.
My university majors were English Linguistics, Pedagogy and Psychology of High School.
I am currently pursuing a BA in North American Studies at Free University of Berlin. Studies are extremely interesting and challenging, and I'm pleased to share with students materials from English courses and my knowledge of US history.

During my English classes I focus on intensive language practice and speaking fluency.
Firstly, we will pay attention to grammatical and lexical gaps, learn to analyze speech and use less "simple" words, that is, we will enlarge the vocabulary with proper synonyms (C1-C2 level). Besides, we will gradually introduce idioms into speech and use complex grammatical constructions.

After and during each lesson I write down a lesson protocol in Google Docs, including all the material, texts, and proofreading.
It goes without saying, I guarantee a responsible approach, frequency and intensity of lessons.
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  • Around Berlin, Germany
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  • 12307 Berlin, Germany
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About Me
Teaching English is what I love to do. I mostly teach high levels, yet I also have high school students and adults who need the language for work or it is their hobby and they want to master it.
On the whole, I have 12 years of experience in teaching.
Education is my other passion after teaching, that is why I am currently studying at the Free University of Berlin at John F. Kennedy Institute, BA North America Studies.
As for my personality, I am a reliable, empathetic, and very responsible person. I have strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
Education
FU Berlin, BA in North America Studies (2019 - p.t.).
PhD in Linguistics (2018). Major – Literature, Sociology, History.
MA in Linguistics (2015). Major – English Linguistics, Pedagogy and Psychology of High School.
BA in Linguistics (2013). Major – English Linguistics, Pedagogy and Psychology, German.
Gliere Music School (2000-2007), Instrument - Classical Piano.
Experience / Qualifications
12 years of experience in teaching.
C2 Proficiency Level.
I completed courses in English Literature and History of English Theatre, English Language and Linguistics, Europe in World History and English for Specific Purposes (the language of tourism).
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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The class is taught in
English
Russian
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