You can begin Buffalo Russian lessons by contacting Varsity Tutors. Whether you have decided to learn Russian outside of a traditional classroom setting or you are trying to augment your studies at McKinley High School, Hutchinson Central Technical High School, the University at Buffalo, or another academic institution in the area, we are here to help you.
Learning a foreign language is something many people take on in their high school or college days, but lots of people also choose to study a language as an adult outside of a conventional classroom. Whether or not you're currently a student, Buffalo Russian lessons can provide you with assistance learning the language, whether you're struggling with the singular and plural form of nouns or you need help with grammar and sentence structure.
What kind of benefits do the different types of Buffalo Russian lessons provide?
There are two types of Russian lessons that Varsity Tutors can help you get enrolled in. You can choose a virtual course full of interactivity with other students, or you can choose to learn from a private Buffalo Russian tutor. Both of these lesson types have merit, and whether you choose one or both of them, you will be able to work with an expert Russian instructor who will be there to guide you through your language learning experience. The instructor or tutor that you'll have access to will be there for multiple activities and discussions about the Russian language.
Over 150 million people speak Russian natively, and it is the official tongue of Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Belarus. Learning to speak Russian can help you communicate with these people and dive into the cultures of their countries, which may include reading Russian literature.
Just like you would with any new language, you should be constantly building your Russian communication skills throughout your course or private mentoring. Concepts including how to properly pronounce Russian words, how nouns change forms and have different endings, and essential vocabulary are all important.
Both private studies with an experienced Russian speaker and Russian classes offer the chance to converse in the language so you can hear how it sounds and practice your articulation. Sometimes an instructor may decide to teach parts of a class or segment of a tutoring session in Russian, though it will depend on your language expertise and how comfortable you are with your understanding.
For the people who learn better in group environments, an online Russian class could be the right way to go, as it can focus on group learning, discussions, and activities. You can see and talk to your instructor and the other students. This can be very helpful in learning Russian because interacting with other classmates that are learning the same things can improve everyone's skill level. If you desire some individual time with your instructor, you can reserve a time slot to work with them personally.
If you work better in a one-on-one learning environment, you can get help from Buffalo Russian tutors. When you take advantage of this sort of private mentoring, you will be able to focus on subjects that are trickier at your own pace without worrying about keeping up with anyone else. A private instructor can work with you using different learning styles that are meant to accommodate your personal goals and strengths.
How can I begin enrolling in Russian lessons?
No matter if you have chosen to seek out private studies with a Buffalo Russian tutor, you have decided to enroll in a class, or you've decided to do both, you can easily find time to fit the lessons into your schedule. New class sections begin on a monthly basis, and there are multiple times throughout the day when classes are available to better accommodate your schedule. Without the need to be at a specific place at a specific time, you don't have to worry about a long commute.
For those who have decided to go with private mentoring, you can also easily fit your lessons into your schedule. Students can make use of our Live Learning Platform in order to meet up with a Russian tutor from anywhere they'd like. The Live Learning Platform helps you have a productive and interactive session with a private instructor by using video chat and virtual whiteboards. If you'd rather meet up with your mentor in person, you can choose a location to study at, wherever that may be, such as your home, local library, or favorite coffee shop.
Many people struggle with learning a new language, but taking advantage of immersion, activities, repetition, and the assistance of a professional Russian speaker can help your proficiency evolve and grow. Reach out to Varsity Tutors to begin Buffalo Russian lessons, private mentoring, or both.
MICHAEL: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
Translate my lifelong wisdom to others. My "bedrocks" are: integrity, lifelong learning, and an appropriate work/life balance. Helping others to help themselves is a core outcome of my "educational engagements," both in the classroom and one on one. Every number tells a story.
Education & Certification
- Canisius College - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
- SUNY AT BUFFALO - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Study Skills
- College English
- UK A Level
- +118 subjects
Naama: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- Hebrew
- German
- +41 subjects
Nathan: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
Hi! My name is Nathan and I'm currently a junior at New York University's Stern School of Business. I graduated from Staten Island Technical High School in 2016 and I am always looking to help and share my specialization in SHSAT, SAT, and Math!
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Greek
- ACT Reading
- Elementary School Math
- +36 subjects
John: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Polish
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- +110 subjects
Ruth: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...in our world. A graduate of Smith College, Ruth has worked as a teacher in a variety of community-based settings. She spent one year as a Fulbright teacher at Northern (Arctic) Federal University in Arkhangelsk, Russia, teaching English and growing international friendships. Since returning to Pittsburgh in 2012, she has taught and mentored at-risk kids and youth at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, and Best of the Batch Foundation. Her work focuses...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Conversational Spanish
- Study Skills and Organization
- +27 subjects
Uphoria: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...last five months that I have been tutoring, I have developed so much, all thanks to the many students with whom I have worked. Each person encountered has provided me with a new perspective for viewing material and life itself. In the modern world, where education holds sway to life itself, I am honored to be able to help others reach their academic goals. To that end, tutoring holds endless bounds of gratification! This meaningful...
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Evolutionary Anthropology and Russian Language
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT Math
- Anthropology
- Algebra
- +92 subjects
Mattius: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...centralize curricula, assessment, reporting, monitoring, and instructional effectiveness in order to make education more accessible to the nation's students. I have both the education and the experience to be of great use as a tutor. With the upcoming implementation of Common Core Standards for Science content areas, I am equipped with the tools and experience in areas both technical and practical to help students adapt to scientific (as well as math and language arts) learning...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English, Russian, Pre-Med
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Geography
- Social Sciences
- +73 subjects
Dato: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...the Social Justice Research Academy at the University of Pennsylvania. I mentored a small group of high-school students, many of them international, and help them navigate a rigorous research-based curriculum. Before coming to college, I co-founded a teaching center, tutoring economically disadvantaged students in English. In the summer of 2011, I taught creative writing at my high school. I am especially interested in teaching the SATs because it marks an important transition point for students...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- GRE
- SAT Math
- College Algebra
- +31 subjects
Katia: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...in 2020 and starting residency in Internal Medicine. I'm also a graduate of Columbia University with a BA in biology. I've always been interested in a wide range of subjects in school and love to encourage students to be enthusiastic about learning too. I often find that anxiety or fear are the first barriers to overcome in learning challenges. After that, hard work and lots of practice can conquer any difficult topic!... Review concepts, identify strengths and potential areas for improvement, and develop a plan going forward.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Algebra 2
- Math
- College Algebra
- +24 subjects
Georgia: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...have not declared a major, but am most interested in studying environmental science, and Russian. Throughout high school I volunteered with various organizations to help teach students everything from French to Taekwondo. I am most interested in Russian and Math, but tutor a wider range of subjects. I genuinely love learning, and I try to help others understand why certain subjects appeal to me, with the hope that they find their own reasons to be...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College New York - Current Undergrad, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- SAT Writing and Language
- Other
- +30 subjects
Valery: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...Everyone's style is different and I enjoy working with individuals to customize a plan that will be the most beneficial and enjoyable for them. Learning should be fun! It develops your ability to critically think about the world around you, which is an invaluable skill that you will use not only in school but for the rest of your life. I specialize in the sciences and math, have graduate level expertise in biological sciences and...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - PHD, Genetics and Molecular Biology
- University of Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Biology/ Pre-Med
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Physical Chemistry
- College Physics
- Statistics
- +26 subjects
Anne: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...the Experimentors who taught K-12 science and math. We traveled to various schools throughout Boston after class and organized curriculums for different subjects and age groups. However, I was always drawn more to teaching one-on-one, where I could form a relationship and really tailor my teaching style to the students' way of thinking and approaching various concepts and ideas. I have been fortunate to instruct and engage with students in a variety of ways, from...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biophysics
- San Francisco Conservatory of Music - Masters, Composition
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- SAT Subject Tests
- Arithmetic
- +52 subjects
Nijat: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...students fulfill their academic potential. Over the years, I tutored over 100 students from 20 different states and 6 foreign countries. Each one of them learned and studied in a unique way, so I would always take the time to assess their strengths and weaknesses in order to provide them with the best learning experience. When students choose my services, they are guaranteed to have an extraordinary experience, regardless of whether they are an advanced...
Education & Certification
- Dixie State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Polish
- Quantum Mechanics
- Algebra 2
- +24 subjects
Laura: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...Bachelors in neuroscience in hospital and laboratory settings since graduation in 2012 and love following the latest research. My goals in tutoring are to help students break down overwhelming material into manageable pieces, to see the big picture value of their school subjects, and to find tangible success in their every effort. I focus on helping the student talk through the their concerns and ideas. I encourage students to share their own strategies to determine...
Education & Certification
- Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Spanish 2
- SAT Writing and Language
- +32 subjects
Max: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...point of view to students, helping them to see history as a living, deeply relevant subject matter. My teaching philosophy can be summed in three words: never sit still. I don't see learning as a static process, whereby a student studies for a test, passes it, then lets the information slip away. Rather, I believe the student should be truly hungry to absorb the material, to truly own it, then use that newfound knowledge as...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- AP European History
- AP Economics
- +61 subjects
Daniel: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...undergraduate at Columbia University, I taught SAT prep courses. I will be going to law school in the fall, and until then I am continuing my passion for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry test or analyzing a work of literature, prepping for the SAT or the LSAT, I make sure to focus on your goals and how to...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School Level American History
- SAT Mathematics
- College Level American History
- +58 subjects
Emma: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...Berkeley I began tutoring ESL students in English grammar and essay writing. Since graduation I completed my TEFL certification and worked as an English teacher in Hong Kong. In Hong Kong I became familiar with the SSAT, and tutored several students of different levels. I have worked with students of all different ages and learning levels, and my goal has been to help them communicate themselves in written and spoken English. This has included teaching...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School English
- English Grammar and Syntax
- ESL/ELL
- +21 subjects
Christopher: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...of the humanities not as a collection of discrete events or facts to be memorized, but as a process in which we all take part. I find that it's much easier to become excited about a performance when one is a player in the drama itself, and not merely an audience member. Never content to keep such delightful entertainment to myself, I have sought to share as much as I have learned; occasionally in a...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- Truman State University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education: Social Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- GRE Analytical Writing
- Summer
- College English
- +45 subjects
Colleen: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
...the former Soviet Union. I am an intrepid traveler and have visited 26 countries, mostly in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about literature, writing, and social studies. When it comes to tutoring for Standardized Tests, I love working with students to perfect their essays and doing math drills. Outside of tutoring, my interests and hobbies include studying languages, drawing, reading (Russian literature and...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Comparative Literature
- Essay Editing
- Middle School Math
- +42 subjects
Nick: Buffalo Russian lesson instructor
I want to show my students the joy of learning, as cliche as that might sound. I guess this stems from my own love of learning, but tutoring lets me share this love in a one-on-one, individual scenario. Seeing as my desired career is to be a college professor, tutoring allows me to get an early edge on my teaching skills as well.
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Current Undergrad, Russian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Adult Literacy
- Adult ESL/ELL
- American Literature
- +56 subjects