Students looking to study the Russian language can sign up for a Philadelphia Russian course by reaching out to Varsity Tutors. Whether you are just beginning to learn Russian, want to expand on your knowledge of the language, or wish to gain a deeper appreciation for Russian culture by reading Dostoevsky as it was written, a Philadelphia Russian course can help you work toward your goals.
Who Can Benefit from a Philadelphia Russian Course?
Students and adult learners of all levels can benefit from enrolling in a Russian language course, and our flexible course scheduling options mean that there are class times that could fit your schedule no matter how busy you are. You'll have the option of choosing between two-week or four-week sessions and can attend your course in the morning, afternoon, evening, and even weekends. So you can bring the classroom into your own home when it's most convenient for you.
When you sign in to your virtual classroom you will be able to interact with your teacher and other students via a live virtual platform. With collaborative study opportunities and classroom discussion, you can attain a deeper understanding of the Russian language. And, depending on your proficiency level, an instructor may even choose to lead his or her class entirely in Russian, providing you with an immersive experience.
This face-to-face, virtual platform is a great way to learn a language. Speaking and hearing Russian on a regular basis is a vital part of the language learning process. Whether you're a high school student at Central High School, a college student at the University of Pennsylvania, or an adult student looking to improve your understanding of the language for professional opportunities, studying with an experienced Russian speaker in a collaborative environment can help you feel comfortable and confident.
What Are Some Key Concepts Students Can Learn?
If you are just getting started with the Russian language, your instructor can help familiarize you with the alphabet, known as the Cyrillic alphabet. They can help you expand your knowledge of grammar rules, pronunciation, and sentence structure. They can even teach you about the rich history and culture of Russia.
Through conversation and repetition, the immersive interaction provided by a Philadelphia Russian class is a great way to become a better communicator and may encourage you to use the language in your day to day life. Once you get a handle on the basics, you can begin to work on saying things in Russian without having to translate each word in your had in real time.
If you find that you're struggling to keep up or want a deeper understanding of the language, you can request 1-on-1 time with your instructor. You can get extra help with Russian grammar and sentence structure and work on common phrases.
What are the Perks of Philadelphia Russian Classes?
Learning a foreign language is commonly required as part of a high school or college's curriculum. Getting a good grasp on the language can be difficult in a traditional classroom setting since you may only be meeting a few times a week for a short period of time. With a Philadelphia Russian Class, however, you'll have additional time to practice the language. And just like anything else, the more practice you get, the more proficient you may become.
The online, collaborative environment can lead to a broader understanding of Russian grammar and essential vocabulary. You can participate in lively discussions, hone your pronunciation techniques, and memorize the unique rules of Russian grammar. Before you know it, you may even become one of the 265 million Russian speakers worldwide!
These days, everyone seems to have a busy schedule. But with Russian class sections starting monthly and section availability multiple times per day, you'll be able to get the extra help you need without missing a beat. And the best part is that because these classes are held virtually, you can learn Russian in the comfort of your own home. No commute. No uncomfortable desk. These collaborative lessons can help deepen your understanding of the language while you lounge on the couch.
How can I enroll in Russian lessons?
Learning a new language is challenging, but with a positive environment, repetition, and the guidance of a highly qualified teacher, you can make progress toward your goal of becoming a more proficient Russian speaker. Be sure to get in touch with Varsity Tutors to get started in a Philadelphia Russian course. If you enroll in a class today, you can join your virtual classroom and engage with other Russian-speaking students as soon as the next class is available.

Dato: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...backgrounds and experiences. This past summer, I was a teaching fellow at 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Pre-Algebra
- GRE Verbal
- SAT Math
- +31 subjects

Jim: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...Professor Emeritus, I've became an art educator and language tutor. I've tutored people who were native speakers of French, Spanish, German, and Hungarian, among European languages; and of Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, among Asian languages. And, actually, tutoring for SAT Prep and helping people improve their grades in high school English is not so different from that. When I do that kind of tutoring, I emphasize features of the very complicated English verb system such...
Education & Certification
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, German
- Columbia University in the City of New York - PHD, Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Comparative Literature
- College English
- Graduate Test Prep
- +16 subjects

Laura: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...Russian at Middlebury College's intensive summer immersion program. I have used my 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...
Education & Certification
- Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Spanish 2
- Study Skills and Organization
- +32 subjects

Yakov: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...school mathematics, ran a tutoring company, and taught at the college level. I studied mathematics as an undergraduate, computer science as an undergraduate and grad student, and received my PhD in Linguistics. I am currently a researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, and enjoy tutoring in my spare time, mostly to connect with students and practice the art of teaching which makes me happy and gives me a chance to really help others. I look...
Education & Certification
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Bachelors, Mathematics
- University of Maryland-College Park - PHD, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Homework Support
- Algebra 3/4
- Math
- +50 subjects

Albina: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...me to have "office hours" available in order to help students that are struggling. Tutoring students can be very simple and sometimes very complicated, but I always look for ways to make analogies to things students feel more comfortable with so it doesn't seem like I'm speaking a foreign language to them. I get a personal sense of satisfaction when someone stops and goes, "oh, I've never thought of it that way before - now...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
- Long Island University - Master of Science, Medical Microbiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- PSAT Mathematics
- Middle School Math
- Anatomy
- +38 subjects

Angela: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
I am a passionate educator and writer and have worked as a tutor and classroom teacher with students of all ages and backgrounds. I received my MFA in writing from Johns Hopkins University, where I taught undergraduates. My background as a teacher and tutor encompasses work with language arts in all its forms: creative and critical writing, reading and literary analysis, grammar and mechanics, college essays and language-focused test prep.
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Russian Language and Literature
- Johns Hopkins University - Master of Fine Arts, Writing
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Test Prep
- Comparative Literature
- Public Speaking
- +23 subjects

Carmen: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
Hi! I have roughly three years of experience tutoring students in test prep, history, literature, essay writing, and more. I'm also a recent graduate of The New School, with a Bachelor of Arts in Literary Studies. Ready to make that next test less painful for you or your child!
Education & Certification
- The New School - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- IB Classical Languages
- Latin
- Spanish
- +129 subjects

Daniel: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
I am a second year student at Lehigh University studying Computer Science Engineering. I tutored Geometry, Algebra I and II, Pre-calculus, and Calculus I at my high school learning center, as well as basic chemistry. I am also trilingual in Russian, Ukrainian, and English.
Education & Certification
- Lehigh University - Engineer, Computational Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Ukrainian
- SAT Math
- Violin
- +44 subjects

Joshua: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...Bachelor's degree in Spanish studies with two minors in Russian and International Business. After graduating, I moved to Spain for three years teaching English and mastering my fluency in Spanish. Upon my return in June of 2019, I took and passed my C1 DELE Spanish fluency exam, which puts me at a highly advanced speaker and highly advanced reading and comprehension. Currently, I am working as an interpreter/legal assistant at a law firm in downtown...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- AP Spanish Literature and Culture
- Conversational Spanish
- +26 subjects

J. Vivian: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...time at university I was a member of the Physic Education Research group, conducting studies into the best methods of math and physics pedagogy. Although I am most accomplished in physical science education, my methods are applicable to all kinds of science. I have also studied history and literature extensively as a matter of personal passion. My goals as a tutor reach beyond simply grasping the material at the level which it is presented--I aim...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Greek
- AP Studio Art: Drawing
- Elementary School Reading
- +90 subjects

Nina: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
Recent Princeton graduate and very successful tutor with nearly 10 years of teaching experience! If you need help with anything from Calculus to essay writing, I can help! I have lots of experience with test prep - particularly the SAT!
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Productivity
- GED
- AP Physics 2
- +63 subjects

Ruth: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...for teaching in ways that embrace all the different kinds of diversity 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...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- SAT
- Study Skills
- +27 subjects

Joy: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...carry as students. To a 6th grader, the thought of algebra was so frightening and intimidating that any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Latin
- Spanish
- Piano
- +99 subjects

Ariel: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...style while providing him or her broad insights into the issues. Quality writing, speaking, and argument can only come with a full understanding of facts and context, and having that will distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- College English
- AP European History
- English
- +40 subjects

Katie: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...researcher in the biomedical field with my B.S in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. With several years of tutoring experience under my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of the learning/comprehension spectrum and will help your child gain the confidence and...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Advanced Placement
- Pre-Algebra
- +73 subjects

Nathan: Philadelphia Russian course 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
- Geometry
- College English
- +36 subjects

Oygul: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...and Natural Sciences. After graduating in 2014, I took a few years to conduct basic science research in mitochondrial physiology. At the same time, I became an instructor in college Biology laboratory and discovered I really enjoyed teaching. Since then, I have tutored college Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and helped students prepare for MCAT. In addition to building the knowledge base, I like to emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. After 7 years of tutoring,...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Polish
- SAT Math
- MCAT 10-Week Prep Class
- +84 subjects

Daria: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...and a minor in Russian language and literature. About a year after I graduated I was accepted to a program, run by the French government, to teach English in France. I spent a year in the eastern town of Belfort helping French students ages 15 - 20 with their English grammar and pronunciation. While there, I took advantage of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- French 1
- High School English
- +21 subjects

Nick: Philadelphia Russian course 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
- Social Studies
- Algebra
- Math
- +56 subjects

Nijat: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...with over 3 years of experience in helping high school and college 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...
Education & Certification
- Dixie State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Polish
- IB Chemistry
- Calculus
- +24 subjects