If you're interested in learning Russian, consider contacting Varsity Tutors and enrolling in a Seattle Russian course. If you attend a local high school such as Ingraham High School or Roosevelt High School, Russian courses are a great option if you plan on studying Russian later in your academic career. We also welcome adult learners, so feel free to sign up if you attend a local college such as the University of Washington. It really doesn't matter if you're learning Russian to prepare for a college course or just for the sheer fun of it, a Seattle Russian course is an excellent way to expand your mind and take your education to a new level. A Russian course can help you gain an understanding of the language that you wouldn't be able to get on your own.
Since there are over 150 million native Russian speakers around the world, Russian is an excellent language to learn. It's a Slavic language, along with Polish, Ukrainian, and Czech. Russian is used by the United Nations as an official language. It isn't just spoken in Russia either; it's also an official language in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Belarus. Learning Russian is a rewarding project that can expose you to exciting new professional and personal opportunities.
What can I learn in a Seattle Russian course?
Learning a new language is never an easy process, and Russian is not an exception to that rule. Your instructor may go over a variety of topics with you, including the Cyrillic alphabet, vocabulary, pronunciation, and literature. Let's have a brief look at each of these in turn to get an idea of what they'll entail.
In order to learn Russian, you'll need to learn the Cyrillic alphabet, which may be a source of confusion for native English speakers. However, like everything else in language learning, it will become easier to grasp when you put a lot of practice into it.
You may also discuss Russian vocabulary. In the Russian language, nouns have gender, which can be a difficult concept for beginners. These genders are masculine, feminine, and neuter. When learning a language with gendered nouns, students often find that the concept gets easier with practice. Your instructor can give you assistance with this topic.
In Russian pronunciation, words tend to be spoken as they're written. Even so, beginners may still struggle with the pronunciations since they're dealing with an entirely new language. This is why collaborative lessons are useful, because an instructor can assist you with these pronunciations.
Your instructor might also introduce you to some of the great writers of Russian literature, including Tolstoy and Chekhov. This is where the language starts to come alive and you can begin to apply what you've learned.
How can a Seattle Russian course help me learn?
Since we understand that you are likely to be very busy, convenience is important to us. One excellent feature of the courses is that they take place entirely online. Therefore, you won't have to worry about getting out of the house, burning the gas in your car, or struggling through traffic. When it's time, all you need is a computer with a stable internet connection and you can participate in the course from the comfort of your own sofa! It really doesn't get much more convenient than that.
When you join the class, you'll have instant access to a collaborative environment, which has been shown to give students a better understanding of the content. A highly trained instructor can oversee the process of students exchanging their own ideas and helping each other out. The instructor can provide help if you're having difficulty with the Cyrillic alphabet or if you can't quite grasp Russian grammar. Another great feature of the Seattle Russian class is that you can set up one-on-one time with your instructor if you're struggling with any of the topics. Also, you can sign up for either a four-week class or a two-week class, so you should be able to fit the class into your busy schedule. In addition, there are multiple sections of the classes, with new sections starting on a monthly basis.
How do I get started with a Seattle Russian class?
Learning Russian is an exciting journey that will introduce you to an entirely new culture and open up the possibility of new friendships and adventures. Don't you owe it to yourself to take your education to the next level?
If you're interested in getting signed up with a Seattle Russian class, please feel free to contact Varsity Tutors today! Even if you just have some questions about the classes, we are here to help!

Ruth: Seattle Russian course instructor
...work focuses on culturally responsive multi-cultural education, language teaching, and program development. At the Carnegie Library, she created World Family Day, an event where volunteers read children's stories in their native language, donated food from around the world, and shared cultural crafts with 90 kids and parents. During 2014-15, Ruth completed a Coro Fellowship in Public Affairs, where she learned about the interaction between government and nonprofit sectors in community building. While in Coro, she...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish 2
- Spanish 1
- Study Skills
- +27 subjects

Alexandra: Seattle Russian course instructor
...four years experience tutoring middle and high school age students, particularly in math and English, in the Los Angeles area. I am patient and understanding, and my goal is to foster a comfortable environment and mutual respect. I make sure that the students I work with know they are important and capable, because I have found that they are most willing to engage and put in effort when such a relationship exists between us.
Education & Certification
- Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Biochemistry
- Languages
- Trigonometry
- +33 subjects

Damian: Seattle Russian course instructor
...I have six years of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects and grade levels. My work with elementary and middle school students has focused on everything from math facts and spelling sheets to social studies projects, essay composition, and advancing math foundations like fractions, long division, and introductions to algebra and geometry. I've helped high school students with essay composition and academic subjects such as biology, geometry, algebra, and history. I have also...
Education & Certification
- Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Writing
- Middle School Science
- Social Studies
- +21 subjects

Valentina: Seattle Russian course instructor
...like to spend time with my family and 6 year old! When it's nice out we try to play soccer. Plus, I try to stay healthy by alternating between yoga and jogging. Fun facts: I can understand and speak Russian Moved to Washington when I was 7 Born in Yerevan, Armenia but living in Washington state for 23 years now Love to travel (when traveling was not banned) Favorite Fruit: pomegranate Favorite Animal: tie between...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Washington University - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- +38 subjects

Naama: Seattle Russian course instructor
...such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too! I love to travel and have been fortunate enough to do a lot of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Math
- Social Sciences
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +41 subjects

Joy: Seattle Russian course instructor
...around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let a student tell me their goals, show me how they take...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- AP Microeconomics
- Test Prep
- College Biology
- +99 subjects

Daria: Seattle Russian course instructor
...the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their unique style. For test prep, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Literature
- French 2
- ACT
- +21 subjects

Olivia: Seattle Russian course instructor
...subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Public Speaking. In my experience, preparing students for Standardized Testing is immensely satisfying (especially in the Writing and Reading sections) as so much of a student's success is based on their mastery of testing techniques and strategies. I also firmly believe that Public Speaking, as well as organizational skills, are critical to a student's level of confidence and advancement in any subject. I understand that each...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Middle School Math
- SSAT- Middle Level
- SAT Mathematics
- +44 subjects

Yimeng: Seattle Russian course instructor
...to St. Petersburg, Russia, to complete a Fulbright Research Fellowship. In 2021, I will return to the University of Michigan to begin my MD/PhD training. My specialties include helping clients improve their Russian and Chinese, work on comprehensive strategies and material breakdown for the MCAT, as well as develop greater understanding of the sciences. As attentive mentorship is the cornerstone of academic progress, I endeavor to assist my students in honing their potential and delighting...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Algebra
- Microbiology
- Conversational French
- +63 subjects

Aijamal: Seattle Russian course instructor
...experience teaching English and Spanish. The age range of students I've worked with was mostly 5 to 23 years old. I've always been an active learner, watching movies with subtitles, singing along with the artists trying to eliminate my accent, and of course, read, read, and read. Although this is my preferred technique to practice the language, I will adjust it to make the experience of learning languages enjoyable and most importantly efficient.... I like to inspire people to love new languages, and I try to make it easier to learn it through practice and entertainment.
Education & Certification
- Anderson University - Current Undergrad, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish 2
- Spanish 1
- ESL/ELL
- +11 subjects

Ariel: Seattle Russian course instructor
...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 my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology consulting and intelligence analysis. I have bachelor and master degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, a law degree from Washington & Lee...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Literature
- Middle School Math
- LSAT
- +40 subjects

Max: Seattle Russian course instructor
...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 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- College Essays
- Study Skills and Organization
- AP US History
- +61 subjects

Vlada: Seattle Russian course 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
- Adult Literacy
- High School English
- Other
- +33 subjects

Zarina: Seattle Russian course instructor
...Tashkent Agriculture University in Uzbekistan and received an economic degree. I worked as an accountant in Uzbekistan. All classes I took in the Russian language. I believe that I can share the Russian culture, tradition with my students. I then studied and worked in Germany for a year. In 2009, I came to the United State of America with the "Work and Travel" program. I was raised by the principles of believing in yourself if...
Education & Certification
- Tashkent Agriculture univercity - Bachelors, Economie
- Le Moyne College - Masters, Occupational Therapy
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Languages

Colleen: Seattle Russian course instructor
...in International Affairs with a focus on the intersection of the environment and 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...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Math
- ACT Science
- Statistics
- +42 subjects

Katia: Seattle Russian course instructor
...at Rutgers RWJMS 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!
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Middle School Math
- SAT Math
- SAT Writing and Language
- +24 subjects

John: Seattle Russian course instructor
...Government, and Algebra. I also am very fond of test preparation, having gone 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...
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
- Math
- High School Level American History
- +32 subjects

Georgia: Seattle Russian course instructor
...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 interested in the subjects. In...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College New York - Current Undergrad, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- ACT Writing
- Calculus
- AP World History
- +30 subjects

Anne: Seattle Russian course instructor
...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 teaching as a summer school proctor, classroom teacher, private tutor as well as a teaching assistant in a classroom setting, all of which have strengthened the various methods and techniques I have learned as a mentor. I also have a strong academic background, with a degree in biophysics...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biophysics
- San Francisco Conservatory of Music - Masters, Composition
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School Physics
- SAT
- Statistics
- +52 subjects

Dacia: Seattle Russian course instructor
...tutoring back at DU. Helping my friends from Japan, China and elsewhere with their English speaking and writing. Then I moved abroad to teach in private language schools in Kharkov, Ukraine and Derry, Northern Ireland. I tutor primarily ESL, because and love enabling people to communicate across cultures and languages. And I love English writing as well. I can help with essays, presentations, reading comprehension, etc. Im also fascinated by politics, history, geography and the...
Education & Certification
- University of Denver - Bachelors, International Relations
- University of Ulster - Masters, Peace and Conflict Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Public Speaking
- College World History
- English
- +17 subjects