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Hello, my name is Alena, I am a native, fully-qualified and experienced Russian as a foreign language teacher.
I am originally from Moscow, Russia. I moved to the UK in 2016, and I currently live in Dunfermline, Fife (Scotland). I am extremely passionate about sharing the Russian language and culture with the world.
Tutor since 2012 (13 years).
Schedule: Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 - 15:00 and 18:30 - 22:00). Individual slots are subject to availability. I may also accommodate other timeslots on request.
Education:
-BA (Hons) Linguistics (Theory and Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages and Cultures) - Moscow State Pedagogical (Teacher Training) University
2017 - Moscow State University Russian Language Centre - Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher (Qualification)
2020 - Modern Pedagogy - Saint Petersburg State University
2020 - Methods of Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language - Saint Petersburg State University
2020 - Mnemonics - Online school 4Brain
2021 - Educational Neuroscience: Research-Led Teaching Approaches - Central Queensland University
2021 - Coaching in Education: Addressing the Need for Deep Communication - Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Additional Experience:
- Preparing students for examinations at the University of Edinburgh and assisting them in their studies
- Students with learning difficulties and anxiety
- Adults of all levels, beginner to proficiency (A1 - C2). Total beginners are more than welcome!
- Online lessons (Microsoft Teams). No camera required - just a stable internet connection and a microphone
- Materials & resources are included + my custom digital vocabulary and grammar flashcards
- Personal approach reflecting my students' abilities, goals, and interests
- My students describe me as friendly and patient (reviews available)
- Interesting and engaging lessons
- Comprehensive approach - we will cover all aspects of the Russian language, including vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, enabling you to become a confident and competent speaker
- I will teach you how the language works, providing an in-depth understanding of its system and rules in a simple way
- Speaking every time we meet, and gradually move towards speaking Russian only - when you are ready