Russian as a foreign language classes with a certified native teacher – From beginner to advanced level

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From 47 C$ /h

Advanced training in teaching Russian as a foreign language (RKI/RFL):

Methods of teaching Russian as a foreign language, Saint Petersburg State University.
Methods of teaching Russian as a foreign language (RFL): modern approaches and technologies (144 hours), Ural Institute of Advanced Training and Refresher Training.

I am a native Russian teacher as a foreign language with specialized training in language teaching and experience working with students of different ages and levels.

I offer personalized Russian lessons for beginners, intermediate and advanced students, adapted to the objectives of each student: daily communication, travel, studies, work or preparation for official exams.

My classes combine conversation, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening comprehension, and reading through a communicative and practical approach. I use up-to-date materials, digital resources, and an individualized learning plan to ensure each student progresses steadily.

I help students develop confidence in communicating in Russian and understand not only the language, but also the culture and the particularities of Russian communication.

Extra information

You don't need to buy any specific materials. I will provide all the necessary resources in digital format.

Classes can be tailored to your personal goals: conversation, grammar, professional Russian, exam preparation, or learning from scratch.

Location

Online from Spain

About Me

I am a language teacher with experience teaching English, Chinese, Russian as a foreign language, Spanish, and Italian for beginners. My goal is to help each student build confidence and achieve their language goals through personalised, dynamic, and results-oriented lessons.

I work with children, teenagers, and adults, adapting each lesson to the student’s level, interests, and objectives. I believe that learning a language should be a practical and motivating experience, which is why my classes combine communication, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and authentic materials to develop all language skills.

Whether the goal is exam preparation, improving academic performance, advancing professionally, or communicating more fluently, I create an individual learning plan for each student.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Linguistics, Translation and Business Communication, Tula State University.

Highfield Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (300 hours).

Specialised training in Business English, IELTS and TOEFL iBT preparation, online teaching, and modern language teaching methodologies.

International language certifications:

English (C1)
Spanish (C1)
French (DELF B2)
Chinese (HSK 5)
Italian (B2)

Experience / Qualifications

I have several years of experience teaching private lessons and working in language academies with children, teenagers, and adults, both individually and in small groups. I have prepared students for Cambridge English Qualifications (Starters, Movers, Flyers, A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, and C1 Advanced), IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Aptis ESOL, and HSK examinations.

In addition to English, I teach Chinese, Russian as a foreign language, Spanish, and beginner-level Italian. I use a communicative approach, digital resources, up-to-date materials, and personalised study plans to ensure continuous progress and help each student achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals.

Age

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

Spanish

English

Italian

Russian

Chinese

Portuguese

French

Skills

Russian

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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20-24

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• **Russian Alphabet:** Learn all 33 Russian letters, their sounds and correct pronunciation.

• **Reading & Writing:** Recognize Cyrillic letters, read syllables and gradually develop the ability to read Russian words and simple sentences.

• **Basic Vocabulary:** Learn everyday words, greetings, numbers, colors, family members and useful expressions.

• **Pronunciation:** Practice Russian sounds, stress patterns and essential pronunciation rules.

• **Basic Grammar:** Understand pronouns, nouns, gender, simple verbs and sentence structures.

• **Everyday Conversations:** Learn how to introduce yourself, ask simple questions and communicate in basic daily situations.

**My teaching approach**

I believe that learning a new language should be clear, enjoyable and well-organized. I will guide you step by step, explain concepts in simple English and provide plenty of opportunities to practice what you learn.

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Russian lessons with a native speaker and Ph.D.
A structured method.

Hello, my name is Daria, I am Russian and I have been teaching Russian to adults for 15 years.

My journey

✓ 15 years of teaching Russian, including 10 years of business Russian
✓ Doctor (PhD) from KU Leuven in Slavic Studies
✓ Graduate of Saint Petersburg State University (Russian as a Foreign Language)
✓ 4 masters, including one from the Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
✓ Internship at ISTI (Higher Institute of Translators and Interpreters, ULB)
✓ State Diploma for Television Presenters
✓ TORFL examiner diploma, the official Russian language exam (in progress)

I suggest Russian

- For families with a Russian-speaking partner,
- For adults of all ages,
- For interpreters and translators,
- For diplomats, political leaders, journalists, lawyers, European civil servants, and executives:
• the precise vocabulary of your profession
• Public speaking, speeches, interviews
• Read, understand and comment on the Russian press
• meetings, negotiations, official correspondence

My students

They are lawyers, diplomats, economists, interpreters, researchers, artists, entrepreneurs.
They work in European institutions, embassies, consulting firms, universities, theaters and many others.
Some start from scratch, others finally want to speak freely after years of grammar.

How are the classes going?

1. In the first lesson, we assess your level and your objective.
2. Each course is built for you: conversation, grammar explained simply, pronunciation, vocabulary of your field.
3. You speak Russian from the very first lesson, even if you start from scratch.
4. After each lesson, you will receive the words we have seen together and some exercises.

I explain in French, English or Russian, depending on your level.

Welcome to your new quality of life with the perfect Russian!