Manya Teterina

I’m Manya, an online GCSE Russian tutor with strong experience in both language learning and teaching. I achieved a Grade 9 in Russian GCSE in Year 10 and an A* in Russian A-Level. I also completed GCSE Spanish, so I'm very familiar with the structure, assessment style, and expectations of modern language exams. A recent student of mine received a grade 9 in their Russian GCSE with top marks.

I have almost four years of experience working with children. I began as a Teaching Assistant at a Russian Saturday School and I am now in my second year as a teacher there. I also have classroom support experience in UK schools (Years 6–9). I hold a current Enhanced DBS check and Safeguarding & Child Protection training.

Having taken online language lessons myself for many years, I understand how to deliver lessons that are engaging, structured, and confidence-building in an online setting. I speak Russian at a near-native level and have a strong connection to modern Russian culture (music, film, theatre, and literature), while also fully understanding UK school and exam requirements.

I work patiently, clearly, and supportively with students of all abilities, helping them feel confident in both spoken and written Russian.

Subjects Offered:
• GCSE Russian (exam preparation / speaking / writing / translation)
• Pre-GCSE foundation and support
• Conversational Russian (children and teens)

Qualifications & Checks:
• Russian A-Level – A*
• Russian GCSE – Grade 9
• Enhanced DBS Checked
• Safeguarding & Child Protection Training
• Classroom support experience (Years 6–9)
• Current Teacher at Russian Saturday School

I currently charge £20 for a 1 hour lesson. First trial lesson is free.