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.
Laura: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...English to recent immigrants in my town and translating for international campers at my YMCA summer job. I began tutoring and editing papers and college essays for my peers in high school; I loved the opportunity to revise their work. I became a teaching assistant while at Franklin & Marshall College in both the Neuroscience and Chemistry Departments working to run labs and teach lecture. I served as a teaching assistant for a freshman writing...
Education & Certification
- Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Microbiology
- SAT
- +32 subjects
Hassan: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...equipped me with a deep understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies. In my roles as a geotechnical design engineer and sales engineer, I've demonstrated my ability to tackle complex challenges with creativity and precision. Whether it's performing engineering calculations or developing sales strategies, I approach each task with a commitment to excellence and a focus on delivering tangible results. My involvement in initiatives like the National Automotive Summit reflects my passion for driving...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology - Master of Arts, Project Management
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- IB Language ab initio
- Japanese
- Punjabi
- +263 subjects
Silas: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...politics, nurtured by growing up with a father who is a history teacher, drives me to share knowledge with others. Although I have not formally tutored, I have supported peers in subjects like history and civics, leveraging my experience working in the Pennsylvania State House and the U.S. House of Representatives. I am eager to help high school and undergraduate students excel in AP Human Geography, AP U.S. History, and Russian, using tailored lesson plans...
Education & Certification
- George Washington University - Bachelor's (in progress), International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Political Science
- Environmental Science
- AP Human Geography
- +26 subjects
Albina: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 it all makes sense." In addition, often times I feel the education system here is misunderstood and students spend...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
- Long Island University - Master of Science, Medical Microbiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Cell Biology
- ACT
- Chemistry
- +38 subjects
Jim: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 as colloquial phrasal verbs and their more formal equivalents ("to go back"/"to return"). Of course, every student is different,...
Education & Certification
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, German
- Columbia University in the City of New York - PHD, Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School English
- Social Studies
- Languages
- +16 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
- College Essays
- English Grammar and Syntax
- ESL/ELL
- +23 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
- Science
- Pre-Calculus
- +44 subjects
Tyler: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...has given me a powerful toolkit for teaching: the creativity to make lessons engaging, the precision to break down complex problems, and the calm, patient demeanor needed to help students thrive under pressure. I have over two years of experience helping students master subjects ranging from Algebra and AP Biology to Music Theory and Russian. My teaching philosophy is simple: I create a supportive environment where it's safe to ask questions and make mistakes. I...
Education & Certification
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor's, Music Theory and Composition
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Computer Literacy
- ACT Writing
- +105 subjects
Sergei: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...do my best to provide all instructional materials within Canvas, namely, students who take my classes do not have to purchase expensive textbooks. Second, to help students of different levels to understand course material, I do scaffolding assignments that build on each other. For example, in my "American Presidency" class, throughout the semester I asked students to find opinion articles about various aspects of a particular public policy issue, which could be integrated into bibliography...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Doctor of Science, Public Policy Analysis
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Languages
- Academic Coaching
- PRAXIS
- +17 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
- Spanish
- IB Classical Languages
- Latin
- +129 subjects
Dato: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 about to enter college, and I would...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Languages
- Test Prep
- Writing
- +31 subjects
Mohanad: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
I am very passionate about cybersecurity, and I always keep improving my skills in it. Throughout my training, I always love to transfer this passion to others and guide them, work with them, and learn from them.
Education & Certification
- Princess Sumaya University for Technology - Bachelor, Network and Information Security
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Arabic
- Microsoft Excel
- Professional Certifications
- +47 subjects
Joshua: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 Philadelphia translating Spanish and Russian Besides having experience tutoring Spanish, I also have experience teaching and tutoring English/ SAT...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- American Literature
- Other
- +26 subjects
J. Vivian: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 to give students the intellectual and emotional tools to grasp underlying principles of any field, and the confidence to...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Greek
- College Level American Literature
- Middle School Writing
- +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
- Math Substitute
- ACCUPLACER Advanced Algebra & Functions (AAF)
- GED Math
- +66 subjects
Ariel: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student will be central to...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Social Studies
- History
- High School Business
- +40 subjects
John: Philadelphia Russian course 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
- French
- +110 subjects
Ruth: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...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 on culturally responsive multi-cultural education, language teaching, and program development. At the Carnegie Library, she created World Family Day, an event...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- Conversational Spanish
- +27 subjects
Naama: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California. I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- French
- Hebrew
- +41 subjects
Olivia: Philadelphia Russian course instructor
...have tutored private clients in elementary, middle, and high school math for years; worked with disabled students on improving communication and academic skills through the "Best Buddies" program; and taught English language to Russian speakers during a U.S. State Department study abroad scholarship in Moldova. Though I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Public Speaking. In my experience, preparing students for Standardized Testing is immensely satisfying (especially...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- SSAT- Middle Level
- College Algebra
- +44 subjects