Russian language learners at all skill levels may be able to benefit from San Diego Russian lessons, and Varsity Tutors can help you get enrolled in lessons that are right for you. Whether you're a student at Torrey Pines High School just getting started with Russian, a University of San Diego student, or at any other area school, we can provide you with the help you need. Even working professionals interested in learning Russian can find something that accommodates their work schedule and personal life. One of the most crucial elements of learning any language is getting enough practice time, and traditional classrooms don't always provide students with the support they need to effectively reach their language learning goals. By reaching out to us, you can be inviting more Russian conversation and study into your life, so that you can pursue mastery of the skills that matter to you.
How will San Diego Russian lessons help me learn?
Russian is a Slavic language that is related to Ukrainian, Polish, Slovenian, and Czech, among others. In San Diego Russian lessons, you'll study the Russian system of gendered nouns, which assigns all nouns one of three genders: masculine, feminine, and neuter. Russian also uses cases, which means that the form and ending of nouns change to demonstrate how that noun relates to other words in a sentence. In English, this is normally done with word order. For example, "Jane chased John" has a different meaning than "John chased Jane." In Russian, much of this relational information is communicated with cases, which can puzzle a lot of new learners. You'll also study Cyrillic - the alphabet used in written Russian, learn common Russian phrases, and build up your Russian vocabulary.
Depending on your goals and learning preferences, you'll have some choices when enrolling in Russian lessons. You'll be able to choose between an online class and private instruction, and many students find benefits in a mix of both. In either case, you'll be studying with an experienced Russian teacher who will instruct you and provide feedback. If you'd prefer a class environment, you'll be taught online in a virtual classroom, where you'll be able to see your teacher and classmates and participate in group activities and discussions. This will give you the opportunity to use your Russian in conversation with a variety of other students at your own level, which, combined with the support and encouragement of your teacher, can really help boost your confidence in using your Russian. While this live online classroom can feel just like you've gathered around a table to study Russian with your classmates, it offers some distinct advantages as well. An online class means no commute and allows for a wide variety of class times. Since consistent practice can be so important when learning a new language, having easy access to a Russian language environment may have a serious positive impact on your Russian learning.
If you'd rather seek private Russian instruction, we can help you get connected with an independent, qualified San Diego Russian tutor. If you decide to go with private lessons, your tutor can put together a personalized curriculum that can focus in on your personal needs. If you're learning Russian because you're interested in being able to read the literary masterworks of Russian authors like Dostoevsky and Bulgakov, your San Diego Russian tutor might choose to really focus on your Cyrillic and literary vocabulary, to give an example. A San Diego Russian tutor can also take your individual learning style and preferences into account. Private lessons can be delivered either online or in person. In an online lesson, you'll be able to study with your tutor over video and use an interactive digital whiteboard, using our Live Learning Platform. You'll have all the advantages of the personal attention that a private tutor can give you, plus the convenience of online communication. If you'd rather meet in person, however, your tutor can also meet you at the place of your choosing, whether that's a cafe you like to study at, a public library, or even your own home.
How can I get signed up?
Language learning can be tough, especially if you don't feel like you have the time or resources to get enough practice and support as you try to acclimate to a new language. If you reach out to Varsity Tutors, you'll be able to talk to one of our educational consultants, who can talk to you about your goals and needs and get you set up with San Diego Russian lessons that may breathe new life into your Russian studies. Whether you're a busy professional and you don't feel like you have time to pursue your language learning goals or a Mira Mesa High School student who'd like to learn a new language but can't see how to fit more extracurricular activities into your packed schedule, we can still find you Russian lessons that will work for you. Call us today, and you could be taking the first steps towards enhancing your Russian language skills.
Katherine: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...Dean's list and my GPA is currently 3.7. I'm currently completing my last course as a long-distance independent study. I also scored a 2040 on my SAT's. Last year, I worked as a tutor in a classroom of high-school students at West Philadelphia. The focus of our sessions was on creating dramatic monologues to be performed at an Arts Festival. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at Northern Virginia Community College. In this...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- English
- ACT
- Reading
- +18 subjects
Jenny: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...writing fiction and poetry, leading workshops and facilitating peer critique. I was also one of two undergraduate students invited to enroll in UCSD's first MFA poetry workshop. In my spare time I love to read, write, ride bicycles, hike, surf, garden, cook, and travel. This summer I went on a road trip across America that only left me wanting to see more! I also enjoy bookmaking and linocut printing, though my graphic design skills leave...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Literature/Writing
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Italian
- English
- College Essays
- +29 subjects
Ruth: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...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 on culturally responsive...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- Study Skills and Organization
- GRE Verbal
- +27 subjects
John: San Diego 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
- Foreign Language
- Polish
- Greek
- +110 subjects
Max: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...to absorb the material, to truly own it, then use that newfound knowledge as the jump-off point for even higher achievement. The student should never sit still in his/her academic achievements; rather he/she should always strive to improve and grow. It is my job to foster that hunger and to enable the student to progress at the right pace, to achieve his/her potential and then break the barrier even further! My hobbies include reading science...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- European History
- Study Skills and Organization
- +61 subjects
Georgia: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...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 interested in the subjects. In my free time I enjoy going to museums, running, and reading.
Education & Certification
- Columbia College New York - Current Undergrad, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- SAT Reading
- ACT
- +30 subjects
Christopher: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...youth, when I found myself drawn to tales of legend and myth that stirred my heart and ignited my imagination. In time, my interests turned from the fantastical to that which is truly fantastic: stories of human loss and achievement rooted in fact, not folklore, that could surprise and inspire in ways no fiction ever could. Now I seek to promote that same passion in others, to bring to others an approach to history, economics,...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- Truman State University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education: Social Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- High School English
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- +45 subjects
Vlada: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
Hi! My name is Vlada, and I'm excited for the opportunity to help people better understand the subjects they need some help in. I enjoy tutoring algebra, and helping out with all sorts of writing, as well as helping people with ACT training!
Education & Certification
- Augustana College - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- AP Environmental Science
- Personal Finance
- AP Calculus AB
- +33 subjects
Nick: San Diego 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
- American Literature
- Writing
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- +56 subjects
John: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...through and tutored students in both SAT and LSAT content and test taking strategy preparation. I also have experience tutoring Russian as a foreign language, and am most comfortable tutoring students in basic and intermediate reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. My philosophy on tutoring is crafting the pace and structure of each lesson to the student's individual needs and talents. It is important to provide a framework for each student to develop their own...
Education & Certification
- Washington and Lee University - Bachelors, International Politics, Sociology
- American University Washington College of Law - PHD, Juris Doctor, MA in international politics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- US History
- Languages
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- +32 subjects
Daniel: San Diego 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
- Business
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- +58 subjects
Dato: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...interested in teaching the SATs because it marks an important transition point for students about to enter college, and I would love to alleviate some of the stress associated with this process. It brings me joy to know I have helped someone succeed and get to a place they want to get to. Having had the privilege to attend a top-tier school on a scholarship, I want to embrace the chance to help someone obtain...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT
- College English
- Other
- +31 subjects
Colleen: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...international politics in 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...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School English
- ACT Writing
- Elementary School Math
- +42 subjects
Anya: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...completed an Bachelor's degree in Physics and Psychology and am currently pursuing a Master's in Applied Physics. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, writing, high school math, college math, physics, and college writing skills. I also have experience tutoring students in test prep for the GRE, PSAT, and SAT. I am a native Russian speaker, so I can help you with that as well. Please contact me if I sound like a good fit,...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Science, Applied Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- English
- Music
- Elementary School Writing
- +37 subjects
Nathan: San Diego 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 English
- SAT Reading
- +36 subjects
Naama: San Diego 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
- German
- Spanish
- +41 subjects
Spencer: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...I enjoy hiking, literature, ultimate Frisbee, international travel, soccer, baking, music, strategy games, and philosophical discussions. I have lived in Africa, Western Europe, and Russia and visited over a dozen countries. Please note that due to the many different subjects I have studied, the list of classes above is not complete. If you have tutoring needs for a very specific subject, I may well have taken a course in that area. Feel free to reach...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations & Russian
- Thunderbird School of Global Management - Masters in Business Administration, International Business
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Macroeconomics
- Reading
- Statistics
- +119 subjects
Laura: San Diego 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
- Microbiology
- Anatomy
- +32 subjects
Allison: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...on to teach my college team, as well as wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working on learning a fourth language, Spanish. In my observation, languages and writing skills are poorly taught in many schools, leaving students frustrated and unprepared for further learning. The improvement I see in my students, however, is immensely rewarding. With a little guidance, everyone has the ability not only to boost their test...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French 1
- French
- Reading
- +32 subjects
Albina: San Diego Russian lesson instructor
...- now it all makes sense." In addition, often times I feel the education system here is misunderstood and students spend too much time memorizing "steps" to a subject rather than learning it, and inevitably end up failing when they are required to utilize the knowledge in future, more advanced work. In my experience, proper explanations toward understand subjects builds a much more lasting impression and life-long knowledge than short-term exam preparation could ever achieve.
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
- Long Island University - Master of Science, Medical Microbiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Microbiology
- Middle School Math
- Science
- +38 subjects