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Arina
- Rate 238AED
- Response 6h
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Students40
Number of students accompanied by Arina since their arrival at Superprof
Number of students accompanied by Arina since their arrival at Superprof

238AED/hr
- Russian
- TORFL - Test of Russian as a Foreign Language
Dedicated and experienced Russian language teacher creates learning experiences to boost your confidence in using the language to talk to your friends, family and colleagues
- Russian
- TORFL - Test of Russian as a Foreign Language
Lesson location
Super Prof
Arina is one of our best Russian tutors. They have a high-quality profile, verified qualifications, a quick response time, and great reviews from students!
About Arina
I’ve been teaching Russian since 2011 to adults and young learners, to groups and giving one-on-one classes, online and face-to-face. For 4 years, I was teaching beginner and intermediate groups in the corporate environment in Sydney, Australia. For 13 years, I’ve been working one-on-one with students based in the UK and Australia.
WHAT DOES MY RUSSIAN COURSE LOOK LIKE?
The structure of the course is well balanced. I include grammar and pronunciation techniques, also tips for better and quicker memorisation. I’ve developed my own course based on more than 10 years teaching experience, and I also supplement the lessons with published resources, videos and recorded conversations. My Russian course is based on high frequency vocabulary and grammatical structures. With the content that I developed, you can start using Russian words and phrases from the very first lesson.
What makes my course unique is that you will be using Russian and hearing Russian throughout the whole course, and you won’t have to translate Russian into English in order to learn new words and phrases. That’ll be possible because my course is based on the most up-to-date understanding of how we learn, how we memorise information and how we use language to communicate. I carefully selected teaching methodologies that will immerse you into the Russian sounds, words and grammar bits. In our sessions, we will be using body language, objects, pictures, videos, presentations, hands-on and digital interactive games to learn new material and most importantly to communicate, to get the message across in Russian. Only occasionally, and when it’s necessary, we will need to use English.
All lessons are very interactive: you will be saying Russian words, repeating after me, we will be role-playing short dialogues, and you will be building your grammar and vocabulary bank gradually. I’ll be giving a homework task after each session so that you can consolidate your learning. Completing each homework will be achievable if you schedule time in your calendar to do it. I will give you feedback on your homework every time. Some of my students started learning Russian with me from scratch and now can express themselves well. It’s remarkable to see their progress and I want you to be confident Russian speakers too.
I put a lot of emphasis on pronunciation, and you will be practising correct pronunciation from your very first lesson. It takes time to develop good habits, to develop the tongue muscle memory and to practise the right placement of the tongue in the mouth, but we will be practising in every lesson. Pronunciation techniques are embedded in each class, so along with vocabulary, grammar and communicative strategies, you will be learning pronunciation.
HOW DO I ADAPT CONTENT TO YOUR LEARNING NEEDS?
I understand that your motivation to learn Russian will be different. Perhaps, you want to speak Russian with your friends or family members. Perhaps, you work with Russian speakers and would like to communicate with them in Russian. Perhaps, you are taking GCSE or another standardised test and need to get ready for it. You might be just in love with Russian art, literature and culture and learning the language is the way to gain a better understanding of the Russian traditions. Or you might already know several languages and you would like to learn Russian as well. If you are interested in Slavic languages in general, learning Russian could be a good way to get started, as Russian, Polish, Czech, Bulgarian and other Slavic languages share common characteristics. I will take into account your motivation to learn Russian and will adapt the lessons to suit your learning needs and future plans.
MY QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND
I hold three teaching qualifications, and in addition to Russian, I have been teaching other subjects: English and art. I’ve been learning foreign language myself and I understand that it’s not always easy to have a structured approach to learning and to get results that you want as quickly as you want them. That’s why I made sure I do everything I can to help you make a steady progress. And I will support you throughout your whole learning journey.
WHAT KIND OF LESSONS DO I OFFER?
• Russian for adults
• Russian for children (5 – 17 years old)
• Russian for absolute beginners, intermediate and advanced learners
• One-on-one face-to-face lessons in Cambridge (not far from Jesus Green Park)
• Online classes
• Lessons with two, three learners
• Small group lessons (4 – 15 learners)
• Preparation for Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Russian (1RU0)
• Preparation for the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL)
MY TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teaching Russian one-on-one to adult and young learners, 2011 – current
In-company teaching experience:
Russian Language Teacher
BigWorld Pty Ltd - (concealed information) (August 2013 - September 2017)
• Developed a program for beginners and intermediate level learners
• Used audio-visual material to accelerate learning and to create the experience of cultural and linguistic immersion
• Created online quizzes, videos, and presentations to encourage students to study independently
• Organised cultural events
QUALIFICATIONS
• DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Cambridge Assessment English, 2024
• CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Cambridge Assessment English, 2019
• Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary / Visual Arts), Australian Catholic University, Sydney, 2016
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Distinction), University of New South Wales, Sydney, 2015
• Diploma in Fine Arts, TAFE NSW, 2012
About the lesson
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Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Every student is unique, so should be the way of learning. A variety of learning techniques is used to suit the needs of every student. A large database of resources is used to help you succeed: textbooks, audios, videos, quizzes, games, flashcards, visual prompts, presentations, sentence builders, and more. Learning happens through all modes: visual, auditory, reading and writing, and kinaesthetic. These modes of learning are incorporated into the lessons so that each student can explore new material in a way that works for them. The structure of the lessons is well balanced: grammar and pronunciation techniques are included, as well as strategies for effective memorisation. Your individual needs are carefully considered and lesson plans are meticulously tailored to address these needs.
Review
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Perfect! Arina is extremely patient and clear. She really thinks through her lessons and sends really helpful lesson plans and resources so you can plan. Excellent.
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Perfect! Very interactive lesson. Very suited to my learning style.
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Arina has been an absolute life saver for me, She has blown me away with her knowledge as well as her patience in learning. Every lesson with her i am growing more and more in confidence in terms of my writing and language skills.
Arina is a nice and patient tutor. She always well prepared for the lessons.
Arina is a great teacher, her assessments are well-designed for the students. Easy and useful.
Arina is a talented teacher. She is calm and balanced and can find contact with any student. I want to thank her. I recommend to all.
Arina is teaching my daughter drawing, she is a very professional tutor, I’m strongly recommend her.
Arina is a great English tutor. She pays close attention to even the smallest issues in my English to help me have a much better improvement. She's always patient and helpful. In her classes, she lets me practice English and then gives me helpful feedback to improve. She uses professional teaching methods to explain things clearly.
She customises our lesson plans with useful homework to help me get better. Arina is always there to answer any questions I have.
I highly recommend Arina as your language tutor. She encourages us to learn more English and always does her best to help us improve.Arina is a nice and helpful tutor. She helped my son with English writing. She is well prepared for her lessons and provides many useful resources for study.
I love to learn water colour painting with Arina. Even for a short period of time, she has taught me basic painting techniques that I can use on my own. She taught me the proper way of how the water colours must be applied to the paper. As a beginner, I find it easy to do it on my own now that I am back in Indonesia.
good tutor who was engaging and helpful. I also liked that she left me homework and revision material to do in my own time. I ended uo getting a ahigh TOEFL score
thanksArina is a great tutor and a trustworthy and patient person. Her classes are very interactive, enjoyable and stimulating. Her skills and extensive experience in teaching makes her outstanding at delivering her lesson, providing clear explanations and effective technique to ensure you understand the content with ease.
Her lesson plans and materials are tailored to your needs, helping you to consolidate what you have learned with plenty of practice while challenging you to go an extra mile in your learning pathway.
Additionally, Arina is a very responsive and reliable tutor and has always been available to sort any doubts or questions at any time.
On my way to learn a third language, and after having different experiences with various teachers, I would highly recommend Arina as a tutor. I can see my progress, which motivates me to continue and be eager to learn more. She will guide you and help you to achieve your goals effectively and fruitfully.Thank you Arina! You are a great teacher! I improved my skills so much in the past few month. I definitely highly recommend you! An amazing conversationalist! We all have so much to learn from you! You make the lessons very informative and interesting! I am glad I met you! I cannot wait until our next lesson! Thank you for being such an amazing tutor and for all the help and patience!
Arina is my enlightenment tutor on Russian language. She made beautiful slides and taught me the abcs of Russian alphabet, pronunciation and vocabulary. We had the class via Zoom video meeting.
What's really impressive is that she observes my mouth shapes and uses very funny and creative ways to show me how to position the tongue to get the right sound. And she knows exactly why I cannot pronounce certain sounds, and gives practical methods and practices with me on stretching my tongue and my oral muscles for pronouncing the exciting new syllables :-) She is as patient and dedicated as a mama tutoring her murmuring child.
Besides being a bilingual language teacher, Arina is also an artist and practices a creative and authentic lifestyle. She has unique and insightful expressions about life, and would put this creative and artistic part of her into teaching. This means she treats each and every one of her students as a unique individual, and tailors her teaching for the student's specialised needs.
Arina is also a high level gymnast, she is strictly self-disciplined and resilient both physically and emotionally. She keeps wild curiosity for life and has insightful observations for the people around her, this gifted characteristic of her enables impressive and innovative interactions in her class.
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Arina as a dedicated and reliable tutor. Arina has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to instill confidence in her students. Her approach to teaching is not only effective but also inspiring, fostering a positive learning environment. Arina's patience, expertise, and passion for education shine through in her interactions with students. Her commitment to their growth and development is evident, making her a trustworthy and valuable mentor.Arina is an experienced teacher. She pays attention to the student's language mistakes and she finds exercises to correct them. I recommend her to anyone who wants to get a good IELTS score and who wants to feel more confident with English language.
She's really patient and explains things in a way that's easy to understand, which makes it easier for her students to learn. Overall, I think Arina is a great tutor and I would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs help with English.
Excellent tutor, I had her for a few weeks and I enjoyed her classes. Arina encourages you to participate in the class.
Looking forward to having her as a teacher again.Arina makes good use of speaking practice with a demonstration, she teaches at a fast pace, so we managed to do a lot. She is also very attentive and sociable, I enjoyed communicating with Arina.
The course was well planned and structured, which meant that as a student I found the format reliable and easy to follow.
Arina’s manner of teaching is so wonderful and refreshing!! She’s patient and supportive, but really knows how to motivate her students. She’s great at building confidence and keeping lessons fun and engaging through a variety of activities that improve conversation, writing, and reading skills.Best english teacher I had so far!!
Arina was our tutor at Trinity Hall College, and we were a diverse group of students with varying levels of English proficiency. Her teaching style was engaging and easy to understand for everyone, and the exercises she gave us were particularly enjoyable, especially when working in pairs. I hope she will be tutoring us in the future as well.
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Rates
Rate
- 238AED
Pack prices
- 5h: 1,128AED
- 10h: 2,138AED
online
- 238AED/h
Details
One-on-one lessons
30 minutes (under 8 y.o.): £35 | 5 lessons: £165 | 10 lessons: £315
45 minutes: £40 | 5 lessons: £190 | 10 lessons: £360
60 minutes: £48 | 5 lessons: £228 | 10 lessons: £432
90 minutes: £65 | 5 lessons: £310 | 10 lessons: £585
120 minutes: £90 | 5 lessons: £428 | 10 lessons: £810
Two-on-one lessons
30 minutes (under 8 y.o.): £40 | 5 lessons: £190 | 10 lessons: £370
45 minutes: £50 | 5 lessons: £240 | 10 lessons: £470
60 minutes: £65 | 5 lessons: £310 | 10 lessons: £610
90 minutes: £90 | 5 lessons: £430 | 10 lessons: £850
120 minutes: £120 | 5 lessons: £570 | 10 lessons: £1130
Please, enquire about group lessons as the rate will depend on the number of students in the group, on the location of classes, and on learning objectives of the group.
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